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 message that appears to be a harmless mix-up can be the start of something much more costly.The warning centers on ...

In this latest variation, you may receive what looks like an urgent text alert claiming you have an unpaid traffic ticket. The message often warns that it's your "final notice" and insists payment ...

Scammers are sending fake Amazon product recall texts with phishing links designed to steal your login and payment details. Here's how to spot them.

If you’re reading this, there’s a good chance you’re one of the over 310 million people in the world who use Amazon — after all, who doesn’t love getting exactly what they need delivered to their ...

If you got a text message asking you to pay an unpaid toll, parking ticket, or moving violation, it is almost certainly a scam. Consumer Reports asked every toll agency in the U.S. whether it sends ...

Text message scams remain a growing problem, and one in particular — the “accidental text” or “wrong number” scam — has been making the rounds again. Scammers send short, friendly messages that look ...