Scam calls are getting more creative and common by the day. Among people who receive scam calls, about 65% of U.S. adults 65 years and older got the highest scam share on a daily basis. Doing a scammer phone number…
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As the world becomes more digital, scammers have found new ways to deceive people, one of which is catfishing. Catfishing occurs when someone creates a fake online identity to trick others, often for personal or financial gain. This is common…
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Spam phone calls, also known as scam calls, have become a serious issue in the United States. According to a study conducted by Ben Treanor from Time2play, the average American receives 3 to 4 spam calls per day. These calls…
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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…
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Getting a call from an unknown number can be annoying. It might be someone trying to prank you. But occasionally, it might be someone who’s trying to scam you. It can be a severe problem, as scammers can sweet talk…
Feb 28, 2024 Read more
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…
Feb 28, 2024 Read more
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…
Feb 28, 2024 Read more
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…
Feb 27, 2024 Read more
According to Pew Research, 8/10 Americans have stopped answering their phones when they get a call from an unknown number. With the ability to identify the caller's number, we can decide whether to answer or not. But what about private…
Feb 24, 2024 Read more