This problem has worsened over the years. More than $1 billion was lost to romance scammers in 2023, according to the Federal ...

The Federal Trade Commission reports Americans lost $1.14 billion to romance scams in 2023, more than double the $547 million lost in 2022.

SAN DIEGO COUNTY, Calif. — A list of the 100 most frequently "catfished" photos of 2025 has been released, prompting experts to warn that romance scams targeting lonely singles will increase as ...

In the quest for love, many turn to dating apps, but this Valentine's weekend, a surge in romance scams could leave hopeful hearts broken and bank accounts empty.

“I just felt my blood get hot, and my heart went down to the center of the earth,” says the 24-year-old, who requested that his name be withheld, citing concerns that the cybercriminals may track him ...

Aside from investment scams, people lost more money to romance scams than ... able to identify that the photos actually belonged to a real estate agent in California. And that the real estate agent ...

It was a scam. “I was completely head over heels in love with him,” said Beth. “We were unofficially engaged. I was sending him pictures of ... think you are in a romance scam.’ ...

While dating apps may be the perfect place to find lasting connections, sometimes finding love can turn into a deadly encounter.

Experts are warning about the risks of romance scams ahead of Valentine's Day ... Perhaps saying they’ve "never felt like this before", and giving you a pet name early on. TSB advises consulting a ...