Receiving a text message from an unknown or fake number can be unnerving, especially in an age where digital scams are increasingly sophisticated. As someone who has spent years studying and dealing with various types of digital communication fraud, I…

For most Americans, the Social Security benefits are something they work toward throughout their lives. It’s one of the main ways for someone to secure their retirement. So, when someone calls you pretending to be from the Social Security Administration…

Have you ever swiped your card at an ATM or gas station and questioned the security of your data? The risk of falling prey to a credit card skimmer is constant in the digital era. Yes, this fraudulent activity even…

No matter how often those unknown numbers light up your phone, they're always a nuisance. But that’s not all they are: they can also be deceptive. Case in point: the infamous cars extended warranty scam calls. You know the drill…