Scams

What the FTC Wants You to Know About Today’s Top Scams Each year, National Consumer Protection Week serves as a critical reminder to review our defenses against fraud. This March, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) held a timely webinar to highlight the scam tactics that are currently costing people the most money and causing significant stress. The session provided a clear snapshot of where fraudsters are focusing their efforts and, more importantly, how you can protect yourself. ...

What Scammers Are Doing Now: Key Lessons from a Recent FTC Alert If you feel like you’re hearing about more scams lately, you’re not imagining it. Fraud is evolving quickly, and scammers are becoming increasingly sophisticated in their methods. During a recent National Consumer Protection Week webinar, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) spotlighted the latest trends that are tricking people out of their money and personal information. The goal wasn’t to scare consumers, but to arm them with knowledge. Understanding these tactics is the first and most crucial step in building an effective defense. ...

Stay Alert: Key Scam Trends to Watch During Consumer Protection Week Every March, National Consumer Protection Week serves as a critical reminder to review our defenses against fraud. This year, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) held a webinar to spotlight the latest schemes targeting everyday people. The presentation cut through the noise, focusing on how these scams are evolving and, more importantly, what you can do about it. ...

What the FTC Says Scammers Are Doing Right Now For many, the first week of March marks National Consumer Protection Week—a coordinated push by government agencies, consumer advocates, and industries to educate the public. This year, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) hosted a key webinar highlighting the most pervasive and evolving scam trends. While the specific data points from that session aren’t fully public, the consistent message from such events is clear: scammers are refining their tactics to exploit current events, technology, and human psychology. Staying a step ahead means understanding these patterns. ...

The New Scam Playbook: What Fraudsters Are Trying Now Staying safe online isn’t about being paranoid; it’s about being prepared. Scammers constantly refine their tactics, exploiting new technologies and current events to catch us off guard. Recently, as part of National Consumer Protection Week, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) hosted a webinar to spotlight the latest trends in fraud. The message was clear: while the classic scams still circulate, criminals are deploying more sophisticated and convincing methods. Understanding these new schemes is your first line of defense. ...

A Practical Guide to Spotting Consumer Fraud When a court system issues a statewide alert, it’s time to pay attention. In March 2026, the Philadelphia Courts put out a consumer fraud warning for all of Pennsylvania, signaling that scams are active and evolving. While the specifics of every scheme in the alert aren’t fully detailed, such notices typically arise from a surge in reports involving identity theft, phishing, and financial deception. For consumers, the core message is always the same: heightened vigilance is required right now. ...

Scammers Are Refining Their Playbook: What an FTC Webinar Wants You to Know Every day, it seems there’s a new, more convincing story crafted to part you from your money or personal information. The bad actors are constantly updating their scripts, and keeping up can feel overwhelming. That’s why recent efforts by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) are so crucial. During this year’s National Consumer Protection Week in early March, the FTC hosted a webinar aimed squarely at pulling back the curtain on the latest tactics. While the full, detailed transcript isn’t public, reports from attendees, including ACA International, highlight a clear message: the core schemes are evolving, not disappearing, and they’re becoming more sophisticated in the process. ...

Statewide Alert: How to Recognize and Respond to Fake Texting Scams A recent consumer fraud alert issued by the Philadelphia Courts is warning residents across Pennsylvania about a surge in deceptive texting schemes. While these alerts are often rooted in specific jurisdictions, the tactics they highlight are a problem everywhere. These texts are designed to look legitimate, often impersonating government agencies, banks, or familiar services, with the sole aim of stealing your personal information or money. ...

The FTC’s New Scam Alert: What You Need to Know Now During the recent National Consumer Protection Week, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) hosted an important public webinar. The goal was straightforward: to cut through the noise and highlight the specific fraud tactics that are currently ensnaring people. While the full transcript offers detailed case studies, the core message is a critical reminder that scammers are constantly refining their methods, and our defenses need to evolve too. ...

Scammers Are Getting Sneakier: What You Need to Know Now In early March, as part of National Consumer Protection Week, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) held a webinar to spotlight the latest tricks in a fraudster’s playbook. The core message was clear: while the ultimate goals of stealing money or personal data haven’t changed, the tactics are evolving rapidly to exploit current events, new technologies, and human psychology. For anyone who banks online, shops on the internet, or simply uses email, understanding these trends isn’t just academic—it’s a necessary part of protecting your wallet and your identity. ...