Americans lost $470 million to scams that began with a single text message in 2024, according to data the Federal Trade ...

Bank-impersonation texts are the single most reported type of text message scam, according to a Federal Trade Commission ...

Scam texts are becoming more sophisticated. Learn how to spot the warning signs, avoid common schemes, and protect yourself ...

Learn how to protect elderly parents with dementia from scam texts by using iPhone Screen Time limits, carrier tools and ...

An unexpected recall text message pops up on your phone. It mentions a familiar company like Amazon, a specific order and a possible safety issue. As a result, it is meant to grab your attention fast.

Text messages are part of daily life. They’re quick, easy, and feel personal. But that’s exactly why scammers love them. A simple text can open the door to fraud, identity theft, or even empty your ...

If you got a text message asking you to pay an unpaid toll, parking ticket, or moving violation, it is almost certainly a scam. Consumer Reports asked every toll agency in the U.S. whether it sends ...

SALEM, ore. (KTVZ) -- The Oregon Department of Transportation and the Oregon DMV issued a warning Wednesday regarding a text message phishing scam targeting drivers. The fraudulent messages falsely ...

ATLANTA — The Georgia Department of Public Safety is warning people about scam text messages circulating that falsely claim to be from the Georgia State Patrol. These messages involve claims about ...