IRS dirty dozen 2026: Internal Revenue Service warns of top tax scams, AI fraud calls, and refund traps to avoid this filing seasonThe Internal Revenue Service has shared its 2026 Dirty Dozen tax scams list to warn people about online fraud, fake messages, AI phone call...
20 Mar, 2026, 12.40 AM IST
Valentine’s Day scammers target New Yorkers as holiday nears, BBB issues warning - Here’s what you can do to protect yourselfThe Better Business Bureau (BBB) is warning consumers about a rise in Valentine's Day scams, including fake gift offers, romance scams, wro...
13 Feb, 2026, 07.18 AM IST
IRS issues warning on 5 scams sweeping the US — avoid these fraud tricks before it’s too lateThe IRS has warned Americans about rising tax scams ahead of the 2026 filing season. Fraudsters are using fake messages, social media posts...
15 Jan, 2026, 01.35 AM IST
Amazon advisory: The company alerts online shoppers and users to rising scamsAmazon is alerting millions of US customers to a surge in online scams. As Black Friday 2025 approaches, cybercriminals are targeting shopp...
27 Nov, 2025, 09.27 AM IST
Google issues global alert as ‘Do You Remember Me?’ text scam targets billions draining bank accounts fastGoogle has issued a global alert about a new text scam that starts with messages like “Do you remember me?” and targets people worldwide. T...
24 Nov, 2025, 08.36 PM IST
Are you about to receive $1,390? What you need to know about the viral stimulus check claimsBeware of fake news about a US government stimulus check. Reports of a $1,390 payment in late 2025 are untrue. The IRS has not approved any...
10 Nov, 2025, 02.27 PM IST
Urgent warning for 1.8 billion Gmail users: ‘Hidden danger’ steals passwords in ways even AI can’t detectGoogle has issued a warning to Gmail users about a new password-stealing scam. Hackers are using Google's AI tool, Gemini, to trick users. ...
18 Jul, 2025, 01.38 AM IST
Ohio BMV warns of latest phishing text scam as residents face alarming threats. Check sample textAuthorities in Michigan and Ohio have issued warnings about scam text messages. These texts falsely claim to be from the State of Michigan ...
10 Jun, 2025, 11.05 PM IST
FBI urges all iPhone and Android users to be on high alert for suspicious texts from one person that could compromise security - here's who he isFBI alert for iPhone and Android users has sparked serious concern as AI-generated scam messages are being used to steal personal informati...
16 May, 2025, 11.04 PM IST
What is the E-ZPass scam and why sre so many people getting texts about unpaid tolls? Here's how to spot and avoid this fraudUnpaid toll scam texts are on the rise, tricking thousands into sharing personal and financial details. Known as "smishing," this scam mimi...
20 Mar, 2025, 05.04 PM IST
Delete these texts Apple or Android device before it is too late! Here's what the FBI is sayingFBI warns of surging smishing attacks using 10,000+ malicious domains targeting U.S. cities like Boston, Denver, and Detroit. Learn to spot...
13 Mar, 2025, 02.59 AM IST
NC Quick Pass Outstanding Toll Payments Text Messages: Is it real or fake? Details hereScammers are sending fake texts about unpaid NC Quick Pass tolls to North Carolina residents. These messages contain links designed to stea...
13 Mar, 2025, 01.06 AM IST
Amid rise in cyberattacks in US states on iPhone and Android, know what is smishing and why the FBI is alarmedSmishing earlier used to target smartphone users using fraudulent toll payment notifications. However, scamsters have lately begun using fa...
12 Mar, 2025, 11.53 PM IST
Stimulus Check 2025: BBB sounds alarm on IRS impersonation scams– Here's how to identify fake messages and protect your personal information from phishing attacksStimulus Check 2025 scams are on the rise, with scammers posing as the IRS and promising $1,400 payments to trick people into sharing their...
18 Feb, 2025, 08.54 PM IST
Scam alert: Bengaluru techie reveals new cyber fraud trick, warns how criminals send SMSes to steal moneyBeware of deceptive SMS scams like the one Aditi encountered. The scam involved a fake deposit request, demanding money return. Aditi's vig...
11 May, 2024, 09.59 AM IST
82% Indians are falling victims to these fake messages: McAfee reveals scam listIndians receive an average of 12 fake messages per day and spend 1.8 hours per week identifying them. Shockingly, 82% of Indians have falle...
08 Nov, 2023, 05.19 PM IST
As a new batch of international students lands in Canada, IRCC shares tips to stay safe from fraudThe Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has warned international students about the increasing fraud in the country. They c...
24 Oct, 2023, 11.30 AM IST