Scams, data breaches, recalls and billing practices — what happened, who is affected, and the concrete steps to protect yourself.
Several public news/talk radio stations across the U.S. have reported scams targeting book authors or other show guests, where fraudsters are impersonating station staffers, or other representatives of public radio programs, who request payment for these guests’ appearances.
Rose shared the warning on Facebook, saying a number of people reported receiving calls from someone claiming to be from the Dodge County Sheriff’s Office.
The offer is for access to about $200 worth of Anthropic’s Claude Max service.
Cybersecurity experts have warned WhatsApp users about a new scam involving blurry photos sent from unknown numbers.
Sports betting has become increasingly popular, but scammers are finding ways to take advantage of consumers looking to place bets or improve their chances of winning.
U.S. drivers pay roughly 27 to 180 times more per gallon than Iranian drivers within their fuel quota — the multiple depends on which of Iran’s three price tiers and two exchange rates you use. Full sourcing, math, and a calculator to run your own numbers.
A viral video claims truckers are shutting the country down October 1 over diesel prices. Fact-checkers found no evidence of any such plan — here’s exactly what’s verified, what isn’t, and a free printable checklist for if fuel costs keep climbing anyway.
The FBI reiterates its warning to the public regarding ongoing widespread fraud schemes in which scammers impersonate US and foreign law enforcement or government officials to extort money or personally identifiable information (PII) from victims.