A scam referred to as “pig butchering”, where online scammers use romance to find targets, is on the rise costing people thousands of dollars. NBC News’ Ken Dilanian explains what a typical scam ...

Another report shared to the BBB Scam Tracker in November 2024 detailed how a scammer impersonated Elon Musk to steal $700 in ...

Romance scams have evolved into multi-million-dollar operations, preying on lonely hearts, hopeful romantics, and even the ...

It’s typically an overseas-based fraud where scammers connect with you online, form a relationship, then lure you into bogus cryptocurrency investments. The criminal may take weeks or months to ...

Valentine's Day is here again, and while some people are spending it with their partner, others might be getting unknowingly ...

Got a brand new soulmate just in time for Valentine's Day you've never actually met who needs money? You're probably being ...

Scammers impersonating service members continue to be rampant and eager to pounce on a day dedicated to romance, the internet ...

With Valentine's Day around the corner, be on the lookout for romance scams. Learn how to spot red flags and protect yourself from fake online relationships designed to steal your money.

Ahead of Valentine's Day and as part of our global anti-scam awareness campaign to protect people online, we’re sharing relevant tools, research and tips.

AI romance scams exploit emotions, costing billions. Stay vigilant, verify identities, and recognize red flags to protect ...

If you suspect that you or someone you know is a victim of a romance scam, contact the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI or visit ic3.gov ...

Valentine’s Day is a day to celebrate love, and human kindness. But unfortunately, romance is a tactic used by scammers to make money by defrauding lonely ...