Security Tips

Don’t Let Scammers Ruin Mother’s Day: How to Spot Fake Deals and Shop Safely Every year, as Mother’s Day approaches, scammers roll out the same tired playbook—and it still works. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) has issued its seasonal alert warning shoppers about fraudulent websites, phishing emails, and social media ads designed to steal money and personal information. This year is no different. If you’re planning to buy gifts online, it pays to know what to look for before you click “purchase.” ...

1 in 3 Americans Have Fallen for an Online Shopping Scam: How to Avoid Being Next If you’ve ever clicked a too-good-to-be-true deal on social media and later realized the product never arrived, you’re not alone. A new study from the Pew Research Center, released in November 2025, found that about a third of Americans say they’ve had an online shopping scam happen to them. That’s roughly 33% of U.S. adults — a sobering number, especially with the holiday shopping season ramping up. ...

Court Alert: A Practical Guide to Spotting and Stopping Consumer Fraud Last week, a statewide consumer fraud alert from the Philadelphia Courts made headlines. While the full details from the Lehigh Valley Press report are limited, the core message is clear and critical: authorities are urging heightened vigilance against scams targeting everyday people. Such alerts are not issued lightly; they signal a concerning pattern of fraud that demands public attention. ...