According to the FTC, fraud losses hit $15.9 billion in 2025. Imposter scams led in sheer number of reports, but investment scams caused the steepest financial damage.

Commonwealth Bank said a fraudulent SMS message campaign was currently in circulation designed to trick people into thinking their Awards points were expiring. (Source: Supplied/AAP) The latest text ...

Text messages are part of daily life. They’re quick, easy, and feel personal. But that’s exactly why scammers love them. A simple text can open the door to fraud, identity theft, or even empty your ...

A text message lands on your iPhone: someone just charged $999 to your account for a device you never ordered. Before you can process the shock, your phone rings. The caller ID shows your bank’s name.

Bank security codes sent via text may not be enough. Learn why authenticator apps and passkeys offer stronger two-factor ...

Government imposter scams were the most-reported scam in 2025 for the ninth year in a row, according to the Federal Trade Commission. You can view News 8 headlines in the video player above. Reports ...

Imposter scams are surged in 2025, especially IRS scams using gift cards, QR codes, and AI. Learn how to spot fake notices and avoid identity theft.