Scammers news and trends

Scam Texts Yield Billion-Dollar Bonanza for Chinese Criminals
Fraud Attack // October 15, 2025

The world of text message scams marked an unwelcome milestone last month. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By...

Scammers Impersonate Trump Inaugural Committee to Steal Crypto
Cryptocurrency // July 06, 2025

Federal prosecutors say scammers posed as the presidential inaugural committee to steal thousands in cryptocurrency. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter,...

Scattered Spider Hackers Reportedly Targeting Airline Industry
Cybersecurity // June 29, 2025

The hacking group Scattered Spider could be trying to trap airlines in its web. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS...

Singapore Considers Caning as Scams Jump 70%
Security & Fraud // May 26, 2025

How bad has Singapore’s scamming problem gotten? Authorities are considering corporal punishment for offenders. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS...

Interviews & Exclusives
Banks Outmaneuver Fraudsters by Beefing Up Human Intelligence

March 10, 2025
The payments landscape is more sophisticated than ever, but so are fraudsters. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive marketing communications from […]

Credit Unions Fight Fraud With Tougher Tech and Smarter Members

March 06, 2025
Credit unions (CUs) have long prided themselves on being the “people’s bank” — local, personal and rooted in trust. But guess what? That makes them an even bigger target for...

Behavioral Analytics Inject ‘Smart Friction’ Into Battle Against Scams and Payments Fraud

March 05, 2025
Scams against banks and their customers have exploded. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

New Report Examines the Slick New Face of Digital Fraud

February 10, 2025
Scammers aren’t just throwing darts at a board anymore — they’re getting personal. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

Quick Reads
TikTok Turns to AI to Drive Away AI-Driven Scams

November 11, 2025
eCommerce platforms like TikTok Shop are reportedly flooded with an uptick in AI-fueled scams. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive marketing […]

Scam Texts Yield Billion-Dollar Bonanza for Chinese Criminals

October 15, 2025
The world of text message scams marked an unwelcome milestone last month. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

Scammers Impersonate Trump Inaugural Committee to Steal Crypto

July 06, 2025
Federal prosecutors say scammers posed as the presidential inaugural committee to steal thousands in cryptocurrency. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

Scattered Spider Hackers Reportedly Targeting Airline Industry

June 29, 2025
The hacking group Scattered Spider could be trying to trap airlines in its web. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...