In our increasingly digital world, the top scams continue to evolve, with fraudsters developing new and sophisticated ways to target consumers. The problem has become so widespread that it is now considered “the crime of the 21st century.” Older Americans lose billions of dollars each year to fraudsters. This is
It’s the most wonderful time of the year…for scammers. The holiday season is scammers’ favorite time of year. All those busy, distracted people buying gifts, booking trips, and texting like crazy are ripe for digital robbery. Scammers have grown incredibly skilled at pushing our buttons and playing on our emotions.
Scam artists are always adopting new tactics to steal your money. Providing peace of mind is at the heart of AMBA’s mission. That’s why AMBA provides important updates to help you stay on guard and aware of how to protect yourself. In a new technique, known as “The Grandchild Scam,”
You may be familiar with the news of some recent bank failures. As a result of these events, many financial institutions and online retailers, banks, and credit card companies are requesting customers update their banking and account information. Unfortunately, scammers are using this opportunity to take advantage of unsuspecting customers
Along with email and online scams, there is a recent trend across the country that the Better Business Bureau (BBB) is warning the public to be vigilant towards. Scammers are calling and texting potential victims, claiming to be calling from The Consumer Financial Bureau. Seniors are the primary targets for
You open your email inbox and see an email from what looks to be a legitimate source. Maybe it’s a company you have a subscription with like Netflix or whose services you regularly use like Apple. It could even be your electric company. The email says you’ve been locked out