IRS Imposter Scams And QR Code Fraud: What You Must Know

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

QR code scams are on the rise—Here’s how to spot them and protect yourself

The USPS is warning about a rise in QR code scams, including “mystery” packages designed to trick people into scanning malicious codes. Scammers are placing fake QR codes in everyday places—like ...
New York Post

Why Facebook is a cesspool of scam ads — and it’s making billions off its phony ‘tax’ on fraudsters

Facebook now accounts for the vast majority of scams on social media, according to an explosive new study — and critics claim it’s because Mark Zuckerberg’s tech giant is more focused on making money ...

Facebook scams surged as $794M in losses spark lawsuit against Meta

The Consumer Federation of America has sued the tech giant, alleging it failed to protect users from ads tied to fraud while ...
Android Authority

Don't scan another unknown QR code without running it by this threat detector

McAfee’s latest Scam Detector update focuses on stopping scams before you click, scan, or reply. Real-time QR code scanning is a major upgrade, helping users avoid fake login pages and malware-filled ...
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BBB warns of new QR code twist in brushing scams

The Better Business Bureau has issued an urgent alert about a new variant of the 'brushing' scam, where unsolicited packages now arrive with QR codes that can lead to phishing or malware. This warning ...