Every day, older Americans answer their phones and hear a familiar, trusted voice on the other end. Sometimes it’s a ...

Federal investigators are warning consumers about a phone-based fraud that has already cost Americans more than 215 million ...

Because the ads appear out of context—after a phone call and with content unrelated to the utility app—it's harder for users ...

FBI reports over $20 billion in internet crime losses. Learn how scammers coach victims before bank visits and what families can do to stop fraud.

Call screening tools are becoming a frontline defense against scam calls and robocalls. New built-in features from Apple and Google can automatically ask unknown callers to identify themselves.

The MarketWatch News Department was not involved in the creation of this content. New research finds AI-powered fraud is outpacing mobile network operator defenses, pushing consumer frustration to a ...

Tax relief phone call scams are common year-round, and criminals use them to get money and commit identity theft. There is an IRS tax debt compromise option, however, that could allow you to settle ...

The scam starts with a phone call where an AI generated message informs the target of a $900 purchased made on their Walmart account.

Arslan Chaudhry, a USAA customer for 21 years, said the scam began on July 16 when he received multiple phone calls that ...

State of the Call 2026: AI Deepfake Voice Calls Hit 1 in 4 Americans as Consumers Say Scammers Are Beating Mobile Network Operators 2-to-1 New research finds AI-powered fraud is outpacing mobile ...

Tax relief phone call scams are common year-round, and criminals use them to get money and commit identity theft. There is an IRS tax debt compromise option, however, that could allow you to settle ...