Can a Reverse Image Search Help Identify a Romance Scam?
A reverse image search is a process that allows you to search the web using an image rather than text. Instead of typing keywords into a search engine, you upload…
The Grandchild Emergency Scam That’s Still Emptying Bank Accounts
By now everyone around the world, especially grandparents, should be aware of the common ‘grandparent scam’ where unsuspecting grandparents are contacted by scammers to let them know that their grandchild…
Why Are Certain People So Easily Scammed?
Scams, both online and offline, are an unfortunate part of modern life, and have been around for about as long as people have been around. They can range from simple…
Are Virtual Kidnapping for Ransom Scams Back?
It can be very alarming and scary for anyone answering their phone to be told that a loved one has been kidnapped. This is in fact, the way real kidnappings…
Don’t Be Shocked if You Get Targeted by a Utility Bill Scammer
It’s never a good idea to be left in the dark about utility bill scams. Utility bill scams are among the most common types of fraud in today’s society. They…
The Rising Popularity of Lottery and Sweepstakes Scams
Congratulations! You just won our sweepstakes, and you didn’t even have to enter! In recent years, the world of online scams has seen a troubling rise in the number of…
Disabling Disability Application Scammers
Disability benefits are a critical lifeline for many individuals who are unable to work due to physical or mental health conditions. In the United States, programs like Social Security Disability…
Love is in the Air and in Your Bank Account – Online Dating and Romance Scams
The rise of online dating platforms and social media has made it easier than ever to form romantic connections, but it has also opened the door for scammers looking to…
Please Stop Answering Unknown Caller and Robocalls
People. Stop answering robocalls and calls from unrecognized or unknown numbers. If everyone stopped answering these calls, they would become less effective and all of the telemarketers and scammers would…
Are You at Risk of Being a Social Security Scam Target?
Social Security scams are an alarming form of fraud that target thousands of people every year. Fraudsters impersonate Social Security Administration (SSA) representatives to trick victims into handing over sensitive…