Don’t Text Back! The Friendly “Stranger” Smishing Scam
Cybercriminals are sliding into your messages — here’s how to stay safe. In this week’s scam alert, a simple “Hey, how are you?” text …
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Holiday Scam Alert, Part 2: When Giving Goes Sideways
Fake charities and phony delivery updates are on the rise — here’s how to keep your money, and your holiday …
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Holiday Scam Alert, Part 1: Spot the Fakes Before They Find U
Online shopping should bring joy — not fraud. Here’s how to protect yourself (and your wallet) this holiday season. The …
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Job Offers or Job Fakers? How to Spot Employment Scams Before They Spot You
Before You Apply: How to Tell if That Job Is Real. Landing a new job can be exciting, but that …
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Instagram “Security Email” That’s Actually a Phishing Trap
Cybercriminals are sending fake Instagram alerts to steal your info — here’s how to spot the scam and stay safe. …
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It’s Back-to-School, Not Back-to-Scams
Back-to-school season is filled with excitement, shopping lists, and shiny new routines—unfortunately, it’s also a prime time for scammers to …
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Social Security Scams: What U Need to Know Right Now
Learn how to spot, avoid, and report scams impersonating the SSA. These scammers are bold — but U can be …
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Don’t Get Burned: Summer Travel Scams to Watch For
Sun, Sand… and Scammers? How to Spot Summer Travel Scams Summer’s calling—and so are the scammers. Whether you’re dreaming of …
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Think Before U Text Back
When a Friendly “Hello” Isn’t So Friendly After All Welcome to your monthly reminder from your friends at UMe that …
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Red Flag Alert: How AI is Powering the Next Generation of Scams—And How U Can Stay Safe
A real-looking message from a loved one may not be real at all. Here’s what U need to …
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