Identity Theft

How to Spot and Avoid Shopping Scams This Amazon Prime Day With Amazon Prime Day and other major sales events drawing huge crowds of shoppers, scammers see an opportunity. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) recently issued a warning about a surge in online shopping scams tied to these promotional periods. Their alert, published on June 22, 2026, highlights the most common tricks criminals use to steal money and personal information. Here’s what you need to know to shop safely. ...

How to Spot Online Shopping Scams This Amazon Prime Day Amazon Prime Day is almost here, and the Better Business Bureau (BBB) is urging shoppers to stay alert. Historically, scammers ramp up their activity during major sales events, and this year is no different. The BBB has issued a warning specifically about the increase in online shopping scams targeting consumers who are hunting for deals. ...

Prime Day Scams Are Surging – How to Spot Them Before You Lose Money Amazon Prime Day is one of the biggest shopping events of the year, and scammers know it. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) issued a warning on June 22, 2026, advising consumers to be extra cautious as fraudulent activity ramps up during this high-traffic period. Here’s a practical look at what’s happening and how to keep your money and personal information safe. ...

Avoid These Common Prime Day Scams: A Shoppers’ Safety Guide With Amazon Prime Day just around the corner, shoppers are getting ready to hunt for deals. But the Better Business Bureau (BBB) has a reminder: scammers are also preparing—and they’re counting on the shopping frenzy to lower your guard. Here’s what you need to know about the most common Prime Day scams and how to keep your money safe. ...

Shop Safe on Prime Day: 5 Online Shopping Scams to Watch For Amazon Prime Day is one of the biggest shopping events of the year. That also makes it one of the busiest times for scammers. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) has issued a warning ahead of this year’s Prime Day, reminding shoppers that fake deals, lookalike websites, and phishing emails tend to spike during the event. ...

Don’t get scammed this Prime Day: 5 ways to spot fake deals Amazon Prime Day kicks off this week, and alongside the genuine discounts comes a predictable surge in scams. The Better Business Bureau has issued a warning that fake websites, phishing emails, and too-good-to-be-true offers are already circulating. Here’s what’s happening and how to keep your money and personal information safe. ...

Avoid Social Media Scams and Digital Party Traps: Essential Safety Tips for 2026 If you use social media regularly, you’ve probably seen posts promising a free gift card, an invitation to an exclusive online event, or a too‑good‑to‑be‑true investment opportunity. These are not harmless annoyances – they are often the opening moves of scams designed to steal your personal information or money. In 2026, with the help of AI tools like deepfakes and more convincing phishing messages, fraudsters are getting better at making their traps look legitimate. This article walks through the most common threats and, more importantly, what you can do to avoid them. ...

Avoid Online Shopping Scams This Prime Day: What the BBB Warns About Amazon Prime Day is almost here. It’s a time when shoppers hunt for discounts, but it’s also when scammers ramp up their efforts. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) has issued a warning about a surge in online shopping scams ahead of the sale event, which in 2026 runs alongside major rival sales. If you plan to buy anything online in the coming days, it pays to know what to watch for. ...

AI Email Assistants: The Hidden Privacy and Security Risks You Need to Know If you use Gmail, Outlook, or a third‑party tool like SaneBox or Superhuman, you’ve likely seen the “Smart Reply” suggestions or a “Draft with AI” button. These assistants are becoming standard features, not just novelties. They promise to save time by scanning your inbox, drafting replies, scheduling meetings, and summarizing long threads. For many people, they deliver on that promise. But the convenience comes with trade‑offs that aren’t always obvious before you start typing. ...

How to Spot Amazon Impersonation Scams (Before You Lose Money) If you’ve ever received an email about a suspicious Amazon purchase you didn’t make, or a text warning that your account will be suspended unless you call a number immediately, you’re not alone. Scammers have been impersonating Amazon for years, and the problem shows no sign of slowing. A recent Daily Herald report notes that Amazon remains one of the most frequently impersonated companies by scammers. A separate article from SMH.com.au also includes Amazon-related scams among four schemes that can cost people thousands of dollars. ...