Phishing

How to Spot Online Shopping Scams and Protect Yourself Online shopping has made it easier than ever to buy almost anything from a phone or laptop. But the same convenience that lets you order a gift in seconds also gives scammers a direct line to your wallet. According to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3), Americans lost more than $10 billion to internet crime in 2022, and shopping scams remain one of the most frequently reported categories. ...

1 in 3 Americans have been scammed while shopping online. Here’s how to spot the traps. According to recent data from the Pew Research Center, about a third of Americans say they’ve had an online shopping scam happen to them. That figure comes from a survey conducted in late 2025, and it underscores a problem that has only grown worse as more of our daily purchases move to screens. The good news is that most of these scams follow predictable patterns. Once you know what to look for, you can spot them before you lose money. ...

One in Three Americans Hit by Online Shopping Scams – Here’s How to Avoid Them If you’ve ever been taken in by a too-good-to-be-true online deal, you’re not alone. According to recent data from the Pew Research Center, about a third of U.S. adults say they have experienced an online shopping scam. That’s a striking number, and it lines up with Federal Trade Commission reports showing that online shopping fraud was the second most reported scam category in 2024. While e‑commerce is convenient, the same tools that let you buy anything from a phone also give scammers a direct line to your wallet. This article breaks down what’s happening, why it matters, and what you can actually do about it. ...

How to Spot Online Shopping Scams: Tips from Government Agencies Introduction Online shopping has made buying nearly anything simple—but it has also opened the door to fraud that costs consumers billions every year. The FBI’s 2024 Internet Crime Report recorded over $10 billion in reported losses, with shopping scams consistently ranking among the top complaint categories. Veterans, military families, and everyday shoppers are all targets. Recent alerts from the VA, the FTC, and the FBI offer straightforward guidance that can help you avoid becoming a victim. ...

1 in 3 Americans Got Scammed Shopping Online: Here’s How to Avoid It If you shop online—and most of us do—you’ve probably wondered whether that unbelievable deal or unfamiliar website is legitimate. New data from the Pew Research Center, released in November 2025, suggests that your caution is warranted. According to a national survey conducted in July 2025, about one in three U.S. adults say they have personally experienced an online shopping scam. ...

World Cup Phishing Emails Are Targeting Your Employees — Here’s What to Look For With the World Cup now underway, cybersecurity researchers have observed a fresh wave of phishing emails designed to exploit the tournament’s popularity. A recent analysis from IRONSCALES, published June 13, 2026, details how attackers are crafting messages that appear to offer ticket sales, sweepstakes, or tournament updates to lure employees at work. For security professionals, HR managers, and employees alike, understanding these tactics is essential to avoid a costly breach. ...

How AI-Powered Fake Online Shops Trick You Into Handing Over Payment Data Fake e-commerce sites are nothing new, but scammers are now using artificial intelligence to build storefronts that look far more convincing than the crude imitations of the past. Recent warnings from Thailand’s Anti-Online Crime (AOC) center highlight a surge in these AI-generated shops, which are designed to steal payment card details from unsuspecting shoppers. Here’s what’s happening and how you can avoid becoming a victim. ...

AI-Powered Fake Online Shops: How to Spot and Avoid Payment Data Theft In recent weeks, authorities in Thailand have issued fresh warnings about a surge in fake e-commerce sites that use artificial intelligence to appear legitimate. The Anti Online Crime Center (AOC) has noted that these shops are becoming harder to distinguish from real stores, and they are designed specifically to steal credit card information. If you shop online—especially through social media ads or search results for deals—this is a scam trend worth understanding. ...

Prime Day Scams Are Exploding: 9 Ways to Keep Your Money Safe Every major online shopping event brings a surge in deals—and a matching surge in scams. Prime Day is no exception. As retailers prepare their promotions, scammers are also ramping up fake websites, phishing emails, and counterfeit listings designed to separate shoppers from their money and personal information. ...

Prime Day Shopping? Here’s How to Spot Fake Deals and Stay Safe Intro Prime Day has become one of the biggest online shopping events of the year, but that surge in traffic also draws a predictable crowd: scammers. Every major sales period—Black Friday, Cyber Monday, Prime Day—sees a spike in phishing emails, fake websites, and fraudulent sellers. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) consistently warns that these high-traffic windows are when criminals are most active. ...