25 stories tagged #identity theft

  1. Dr. Oz Sounds Alarm on Massive Medicare Fraud Threatening Taxpayers and Seniors
    health

    Dr. Oz Sounds Alarm on Massive Medicare Fraud Threatening Taxpayers and Seniors

    CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz details how Medicare fraud costs taxpayers billions annually and exposes seniors to identity theft, urging vigilance.

    6d ago 2 min read
  2. Empty Envelope Scams: Why You Should Never Scan the QR Code
    tech

    Empty Envelope Scams: Why You Should Never Scan the QR Code

    Scammers are sending empty packages to create fake reviews and steal data. The FBI warns consumers not to scan included QR codes or call mystery numbers.

    2w ago 2 min read
  3. Trader Joe's $7.4M Settlement: Final Days to Claim Payout
    finance

    Trader Joe's $7.4M Settlement: Final Days to Claim Payout

    Deadline June 9 for up to $102 from Trader Joe's class-action over receipt data.

    last mo. 1 min read
  4. Why Scammers Target Seniors and How Families Can Fight Back
    tech

    Why Scammers Target Seniors and How Families Can Fight Back

    Older Americans lost $7.7B to fraud in 2025. Expert guide to freezing credit, claiming government accounts, and stopping AI voice scams.

    last mo. 2 min read
  5. Scammers Are Targeting Your 65th Birthday: Here’s Your Month-by-Month Defense Plan
    finance

    Scammers Are Targeting Your 65th Birthday: Here’s Your Month-by-Month Defense Plan

    A month-by-month guide for affluent Americans turning 65 to protect against data brokers and scammers targeting Medicare eligibility.

    last mo. 2 min read
  6. Amazon Recall Text Scam: Red Flags You Need to Know
    tech

    Amazon Recall Text Scam: Red Flags You Need to Know

    A sophisticated scam uses fake Amazon recall notices to steal your data. Here's how to spot the red flags and protect yourself.

    2mo ago 2 min read
  7. What a Scammer Sees When They Google Your Name
    tech

    What a Scammer Sees When They Google Your Name

    A look at how a simple Google search reveals personal data that scammers exploit. Understand the risks and how to protect yourself.

    2mo ago 2 min read
  8. Five Data Broker Myths That Leave Retirees Exposed to Scams
    tech

    Five Data Broker Myths That Leave Retirees Exposed to Scams

    Expert debunks common data broker myths that put retirees at risk. Learn the truth about opt-outs and family data exposure.

    2mo ago 2 min read