A man from Georgia has been sentenced for his role in online romance scams. One of the victims in these scams was a woman ...

Amy Killeen developed Hold Up, a free tool helping people navigate high-pressure government impersonation scams.

The FBI's Operation Blackout led to over 130 arrests in Ghana and nearly $10 million in fraud losses tied to scam compounds targeting American seniors.

Apple's Impersonation Risk Detection in iOS 27 can flag suspicious activity inside apps, but the setting is off by default and must be enabled.

Scam calls and texts can be convincing, but here's what you should know to help you avoid falling for it.

Fake bank alerts can look convincing. Watch for urgent demands, secrecy and requests to move money or share personal ...

Scammers are using new technology and familiar tactics to make phone scams harder to spot: Here’s what to watch for.

LinkedIn has built its reputation as the world's most trusted professional network, with over 1.3 million members globally. Yet, LinkedIn scams have surged in recent years, with the platform detecting ...

Jake Peterson is Lifehacker’s Tech Editor, and has been covering tech news and how-tos for nearly a decade. His team covers all things technology, including AI, smartphones, computers, game consoles, ...

In 2024, Americans reported losing $470 million to scams that started with texts, according to the Federal Trade Commission. Text scams are also becoming harder to detect with AI. Knowing what to look ...

The annual Medicare open enrollment period is quickly approaching, and the 2026 edition is shaping up to be a busy one. From Oct. 15 through Dec. 7, many beneficiaries will start their Medicare ...