Imposter scams are surged in 2025, especially IRS scams using gift cards, QR codes, and AI. Learn how to spot fake notices and avoid identity theft.

According to the FTC, fraud losses hit $15.9 billion in 2025. Imposter scams led in sheer number of reports, but investment scams caused the steepest financial damage.

A very sneaky retail scam is surging — and gift card buyers this holiday season may be especially vulnerable, even if they believe they’re doing everything right. Authorities estimate that ...

LANSING, Mich. — Gift cards are a convenient holiday present. But if you're not careful, scammers can pounce and use up your Christmas gift right under your nose. “Gift cards are a popular holiday ...

After subscribing to the Claude chatbot, mystery payments started to appear on one family’s credit card bill. They are not alone ...

Medicare recipients are raising questions about notices regarding new cards and numbers, prompting advice on how to verify ...

BEAUMONT, Texas — A Dollar General store manager in Beaumont prevented an elderly, disabled U.S. Navy veteran from losing an additional $500 or more to a gift card scam Wednesday after alerting police ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The year 2026 is almost here, and with the new year comes a new wave of scams that could potentially drain your bank account. From ...

A Mandarin Chinese-speaking immigrant was sentenced for his part in a gift card scam that targeted Florida shoppers. Zhenjun Wei pleaded guilty to fraudulent use of access devices and was sentenced to ...