Scams

New Phishing Service ARToken Makes Business Email Compromise Easier: What You Need to Know If you run a small business or handle email communications at work, you’ve probably heard about phishing attacks. But there’s a more targeted and costly variant called business email compromise (BEC) that scammers have been refining for years. Now, a new phishing-as-a-service platform called ARToken is making these sophisticated attacks available to nearly anyone willing to pay. ...

Online Shopping Scams Are Surging: Here’s How to Stay Safe If you’ve seen a too-good-to-be-true deal on social media lately, you’re not alone. In late June 2026, Hong Kong police announced the arrest of 78 people in connection with an online shopping scam ring that netted more than HK$5 million (about US$640,000). The arrests follow a pattern that shoppers around the world should pay attention to. ...

How to Spot Amazon Prime Day Scams: BBB’s Top Warning Signs Amazon Prime Day brings steep discounts and tight deadlines—and scammers know it. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) warns of online shopping scams ahead of Amazon Prime Day, pointing to a surge in fake deals, phishing emails, and fraudulent websites targeting bargain hunters. If you plan to shop during the event, knowing how to separate legitimate offers from traps can save you money and personal information. ...

Prime Day 2026: How to Spot Shopping Scams Before You Click Buy Prime Day has become one of the busiest shopping periods of the year, and scammers know it. With Amazon’s annual deal event expected in the coming days, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) has issued a fresh warning about online shopping scams that typically spike during these sales. If you’re planning to hunt for bargains, it’s worth knowing what to look out for — and how to avoid losing money or personal information. ...

Prime Day Scams Are Booming: How to Shop Safely This Year Amazon Prime Day draws millions of shoppers each year, but it also draws scammers. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) has issued a warning about a sharp increase in online shopping scams tied to the event. Fake websites, phishing emails, and social media ads promising unbelievably low prices are circulating now. If you plan to take advantage of the sales this week, it helps to know what to watch for and how to protect yourself. ...

How to Spot Online Shopping Scams This Prime Day (and Every Day) If you’re planning to shop during Amazon Prime Day this week, you’re not alone. Major retailers are running competing sales, and millions of consumers are looking for deals. But scammers are watching too. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) has issued a warning that fraudulent websites, phishing emails, and fake ads are expected to spike alongside the legitimate promotions. ...

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. ...

How to Avoid Online Shopping Scams This Prime Day: BBB Tips Amazon Prime Day is one of the biggest shopping events of the year, and scammers know it. With thousands of shoppers hunting for deals, fraudulent websites, phishing emails, and fake social media giveaways surge. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) has issued a warning ahead of Prime Day this week, urging consumers to be extra cautious. Here’s what you need to know to protect your money and personal information. ...

What to Know Before Using AI Email Assistants: Benefits and Hidden Risks Intro If you use Gmail, Outlook, or Apple Mail, you’ve likely noticed new AI-powered features appearing in your inbox. Smart Compose suggests sentences as you type. Copilot in Outlook drafts entire replies. These tools promise to save time, but they also raise questions about privacy and security. Before you turn them on, it’s worth understanding what they do with your messages—and what risks come with the convenience. ...

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. ...