We tend to assume scam victims simply "believed the unbelievable." However, my research published in Social Epistemology suggests something more subtle: Many people don't fully believe the story.

The Federal Trade Commission received 2.6 million fraud reports from US consumers in 2024. If you fall for *** scam, acting quickly can help you recover. First, cut off all communication with the ...

You’d be shocked at how easily even the smartest among us can get duped when the right scam hits at the wrong moment. Nobody ever plans to fall for a scam; it’s not exactly a life goal you put on a ...

“Message scam losses are on the rise,” is the headline in a recent edition of the AARP Bulletin. To be sure, in every single AARP publication as well as in Consumer Reports and other magazines, there ...

Scammers are getting smarter, but their favourite tricks still rely on old lies dressed up in new ways. These schemes are designed to make you panic and act without thinking. Let's look into some ...

Before answering unknown calls, learn the most common phone scams and warning signs so you can protect your money and keep ...

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