scams

The rate of check fraud has doubled in the last few years, even though fewer of us are using checks.

In the last year, job scams have been on the rise, according to the Identity Theft Resource Center, a nonprofit that helps consumers with identity compromises and crime.

The rate of check fraud has doubled in the last few years, even though fewer of us are using checks. One expert offers tips on how to avoid check fraud.

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, which means it’s the perfect time to learn how to protect yourself from scams.

Pleasanton authorities warned the public on Tuesday against scam callers spoofing the police department’s phone number.

Pleasanton authorities warned the public on Tuesday against scam callers spoofing the police department’s phone number.

A quick-thinking title company owner was able to stop a fraudulent sale when it appeared the scammer was using A.I. technology to try to steal properties

Thieves posing as police officers have a new way of getting people’s money.

San Mateo police are warning residents against a new email scam that provides personal information of targets.

The Better Business Bureau has seen an uptick in fraudsters impersonating legitimate agencies through text messages.

There’s an increase in text message scams. Here’s what to know and look out for.

Campbell police warned the public against tampered gift card scams after two people were arrested last weekend for allegedly placing altered gift cards on a store stand.

Cryptocurrencies have become a major tool in “pig butchering” scams, where fraudsters flatter their victims over weeks or months.

A Bay Area tech executive trying to buy a home in the area lost her down payment worth hundreds of thousands of dollars to scammers.

A Bay Area tech executive trying to buy a home in the area lost her down payment worth hundreds of thousands of dollars to scammers. Scott Budman reports.

Cyber criminals are tapping into wealth accounts through human connection. Here’s how to spot it and cut ties as soon as you can.

Livermore police are warning people about a nationwide online scam that is costing victims tens of thousands of dollars.

A man posing as a federal agent was arrested after trying to con a Montgomery County senior citizen into converting his retirement savings into gold bars.

Crooks hijacked a man’s cellphone number and then stole money from his bank account using two-factor authentication.

Legendary Marketer’s fine print says it isn’t a “get rich quick” program, but some who took the classes say they were sold on the prospect of fast and easy money.