Phishing scams and email fraud
Deep dives on phishing emails, credential theft, and impersonation tactics — including real-world examples and detection tips.
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Unpaid Toll Text Scam: How the Toll-Road Smishing Wave Works
Fake 'unpaid toll' texts are one of the fastest-spreading smishing scams. Learn how the toll-road text scam works and how to check a link before you tap.
Smart TV Scam Warning: Fraudsters Target New Device Owners
The Scam Checker Team uncovers a dangerous new Smart TV phishing scam targeting streaming subscribers. Learn how crooks steal logins and payment details.
Urgent: Next-Gen Console Scam Steals Millions from Eager Gamers
Eager gamers worldwide are falling victim to a cunning next-gen console scam, losing millions to fake pre-orders. Learn how to spot pre-order fraud.
FTC Warns: Fake Government Grant Scam Targets Americans
The FTC warns about a government grant scam: crooks steal millions by promising fake funds. Learn how to spot and avoid this fraud.
Small Business Scam Alert: Fake Directory Listings Cost Millions
Small business owners are losing millions to fake directory listing scams. Learn how invoice fraud works and protect your business now.
Crypto Staking Scam: Investors Lose Millions to Fake Yield Pools
A new crypto staking scam drains millions from investors. Learn how these fake liquidity pools operate and protect your digital assets from fraud.
BitB Phishing: New Browser-in-Browser Attack Steals Logins
Criminals deploy sophisticated Browser-in-the-Browser phishing. Learn how this online security threat works and protect your accounts.
Urgent: NCSC Warns UK Against New Courier Scam Wave
Scammers are impersonating major delivery firms with fake texts and emails. The NCSC warns UK citizens to watch for phishing messages targeting bank details.
New DVLA Scam Steals Thousands: UK Vehicle Owners At Risk
UK motorists face a surge in DVLA vehicle tax scams. Learn how crooks use fake texts and emails for online vehicle fraud. Protect your finances now.
Property Tax Scam Targets Homeowners: Millions Lost to Fake Notices
Homeowner scam alert: A new property tax reassessment scam is costing victims millions. Learn how to spot fake tax notices and protect your property from fraud.
Urgent: Crypto Wallet Drainer Scam Steals Millions Via Fake Airdrops
A new crypto wallet drainer scam uses fake airdrops and reward claims to empty wallets via malicious contracts. Learn to spot this costly fraud.
FoodieFast Breach Exposes 4.8 Million Users: Act Now
Over 4.8 million FoodieFast customers had personal data exposed in a recent breach. Protect your online privacy against targeted phishing and fraud.
UK Cost of Living Payment Scam Steals Millions: Act Now
Urgent alert: A new Cost of Living Payment phishing scam has stolen £1.8M from UK families. Learn to spot fake government messages and protect your savings.
SIM Swap Scam Alert: Protect Your Phone and Savings Now
New SIM swap scam incidents are surging. Learn how criminals steal your identity and money, and get essential tips for identity theft protection.
Urgent Alert: New London Transport Scam Hits 9,000, Steals £1.5M
New TfL penalty fare scam targets Londoners. Thousands have lost £1.5M to sophisticated TfL phishing texts. Learn to spot the red flags and protect your cash.
SBA Disaster Loan Scam Targets Flood Victims: Over $3.2M Lost
Fraudsters are exploiting recent flooding in Arkansas with a new SBA disaster loan scam. Learn how to spot fake government relief fraud attempts.
Urgent: New ISP Scam Hits 7,000 Canadians, Steals C$1.8M
A new telecom fraud is targeting Canadians. Learn how the ISP scam works, its red flags, and what to do if you are affected. Stay safe online.
FBI Warns: BEC Scammers Steal Millions from US Businesses
The FBI warns of sophisticated Business Email Compromise (BEC) scams draining millions from US businesses. Learn how BEC works and protect your firm.
QR Code Phishing Threat: New Scam Steals Login Credentials
Scammers use QR code phishing (quishing) to steal login credentials and financial data. Learn how this scam works and how to protect yourself.
Canada Benefit Survey Scam: Over $1.5M Lost in 48 Hours
A new Canada Benefit Survey phishing scam has stolen $1.5 million from over 7,000 Canadians. Learn how to spot this government phishing alert.
Urgent UK Energy Bill Relief Scam Steals £2.1M from 7,500
A new UK Emergency Energy Bill Relief scam has cost 7,500 Britons £2.1 million. Learn how this SMS phishing attack works and protect yourself now.
AI Voice Scam Alert: Families Lose Millions to Cloned Voices
Families are losing millions to sophisticated AI voice scams cloning loved ones' voices for urgent money requests. Learn how to spot voice phishing.
Urgent Alert: New Driving Licence Renewal Scam Hits 5,000 Britons
Thousands of UK citizens are losing money to a new DVLA driving licence renewal smishing scam. Learn how this UK smishing alert works and protect yourself.
SSA Scam Alert: Imposters Steal Millions from US Seniors
FBI and SSA warn US citizens about a relentless SSA scam where imposters steal millions. Learn how these Social Security scams work and how to protect yourself.
FTC Warns: Package Delivery Scam Wave Hits US Consumers Hard
The FTC warns as fake package delivery scam texts surge, costing Americans millions. Learn how to spot and avoid these phishing attempts.
Green Energy Rebate Scam: UK Loses £750k in 48 Hours
New Green Energy Rebate scam hits over 1,200 UK residents, costing victims £750,000. Learn how scammers target vulnerable households.
Rental Scam Warning: How Fake Listings Steal Your Deposit
Desperate for housing? Scammers exploit the rental crisis with fake listings, stealing deposits from unsuspecting tenants. Learn how to spot apartment fraud.
Scam Watch Roundup – General Advice to Stay Safe
A roundup of common scam tactics and steps to protect yourself online — phishing, impersonation, and what to do in the first hour after a scam.