With AI fueling new schemes, scams have become a booming business—and 2026 could be the most lucrative year yet. I show you how to spot them and stay safe.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The year 2026 is almost here, and with the new year comes a new wave of scams that could potentially drain your bank account. From ...

Getting a brand-new iPhone should be a moment you enjoy. You open the box. You power it on. Everything feels secure. Unfortunately, scammers know that moment too. Over the past few weeks, we've heard ...

Global e-commerce sales are predicted to exceed $6.4 trillion in 2025. And a large share of these will come via marketplaces. But while they ostensibly offer convenience and safety for consumers and ...

Does creatine really work? Are LED face masks worth the money? Test your knowledge of bogus remedies and real treatments. Credit...By Sean Dong Supported by By Erik Vance I edit the Scam or Not column ...

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A good year for The Watchdog means learning about new problems designed to hurt you and your family — and making sure you hear about them. In case you missed these stories, here are some of my ...

Google is suing a Chinese-speaking cybercriminal group it says is responsible for a massive wave of scam text messages sent to Americans this year, according to a legal complaint filed Tuesday. The ...

Emily Long is a freelance writer based in Salt Lake City. After graduating from Duke University, she spent several years reporting on the federal workforce for Government Executive, a publication of ...

If you’re an honest person, it may be difficult for you to believe that someone would scam you. Internet scammers can be slick enough to convince you they’re someone they’re not. Only you can protect ...

Scammers are back to their old antics, this time with a Christmas theme, just as the festive season is about to begin. Consumer protection agency Which? has warned that a Cadbury Christmas giveaway ...

Sanuj is a tech enthusiast with a passion for exploring smartphones, tablets, and smart wearables. He started his tech journey with a Lumia smartphone, diving into Windows Phone. Later, he switched to ...