Fraud

That careless click could cost you a lot of money.

From promising prodigies to notorious felons, these are the most infamous former "30 Under 30" honorees who went from celebrated entrepreneurs to convicted criminals.

As holiday sales peak, so do scams targeting businesses, making vigilance crucial for a secure season. Learn how to guard against evolving threats — from AI-driven fraud to holiday-specific risks — with effective strategies and tools to protect your bottom line.

Not everyone who starts a side hustle will be successful — some unlucky individuals might find themselves even worse off than they began.

As summer 2024 expects record-breaking travel, businesses affected by tourism must tackle increased fraud and chargeback risks head-on.

As a small business owner, you're at greater risk of scams due to limited resources. With 96% of US companies targeted yearly, staying sharp is vital to safeguarding your business and finances.

An explanation of how fraudsters use AI to game digital advertising platforms — and how constant AI innovation is key to combating them.

Stay ahead of invoice fraud and safeguard your cash flow with proactive steps for new small business owners. Learn to spot warning signs and take action to protect your business's financial health.

Amid increasing fraud cases, is your small business secure? Managing and safeguarding a business is an ongoing process, but proven strategies can protect your business and financial health.

Banks and anti-financial crime software solutions are working to prevent a new generation of criminals using deep fakes and impersonating individuals using AI tools.

Generative AI is a blessing for a wide range of professionals, from artists to scientists. Yet, as with any other technology, it can be used with ill intentions.

There's been an increase in online fraud in the retail industry "particularly related to returns," according to a rep from Saks Fifth Avenue.

An Oregon newspaper learns the hard way why it's so important to require time off for employees.

Would-be Life at Sea cruise passengers saw their dreams capsize before the ship even set sail.

Consumers reported losing $8.8 billion to fraud in 2022.

In a tabloid story that shook the nation, Robert Ray Hamilton was blackmailed into marrying a New York City sex worker.

Trevor Milton must also pay a $1 million fine and turn over his property in Utah.

Barbara Furlow-Smiles used Meta money for personal expenses, including a $18,000 preschool tuition.

From fake stickers to spoofed sites, here are all the ways criminals use QR codes to steal your information (and money).

The end-of-the-year holiday season, a.k.a. the shopping season, is the time when online retailers suffer the most from fraud attempts. Being aware of the different types of fraud online retailers are exposed to is the first step in protecting against them.

Here are some helpful tips to protect your device from getting hacked at airports.