According to social media conglomerate Meta, romance scams are a common scheme in which scammers target people in a variety of ways – malicious texts or emails, dating apps, social media posts, ...

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 ...

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

February is an expensive time of year to be falling in love, with Valentine's Day and all. That goes double for someone who finds themselves caught in a catfishing scam, whether it's through dating ...

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.

Romance scammers target people looking for connection and love - and then bilk them for money or quick-hit investments.

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 ...