With Black Friday a little more than a week away, online shopping is about to get a little crazy. The chaos of this time of year makes it a perfect time for scammers to take advantage. That's why the ...

Holiday shopping online may save time and help you avoid the crowds, but it can also make you a target for financial scammers. More than half of U.S. shoppers plan to shop online this holiday season, ...

The holiday season is upon us, ushering in family gatherings, festive decor and an excuse to break out the eggnog. There’s a reason we call it the most wonderful time of the year. But unfortunately, ...

As the holiday gift-giving season kicks off, many Americans are wary of online scams. The vast majority of U.S. adults (85%) say online scams and attacks are a problem on shopping sites and apps, ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Steve Weisman writes about white-collar crime. While brick and mortar store holiday shopping is still the most common way that ...

Industry players say better checks are needed as scammers increasingly use artificial intelligence to mimic legitimate transactions.