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February 18, 2026

Tax season scams 2026: Fake IRS messages stealing identities

Tax scams target Americans starting in January using personal data from brokers to create fake IRS emails and refund alerts that steal Social Security numbers.

February 16, 2026

Fake ad blocker breaks PCs in new malware extension scam

Chrome and Edge users warned about NexShield browser extension scam that causes crashes and tricks users into installing malware through fake security fix commands.

February 15, 2026

Why physical ID theft is harder to fix than credit card fraud

Physical ID theft recovery proves more complex than credit card fraud, requiring police reports across multiple jurisdictions and extensive documentation.

February 13, 2026

Robinhood text scam warning: Do not call this number

Fake Robinhood security texts about external wallet links go out in bulk to random phone numbers, not indicating actual account breaches, according to cybersecurity experts.

February 12, 2026

Gabbard ends task force that aimed to reform intelligence gathering after less than a year

Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard ended an intelligence task force after less than a year, saying the group was always meant to be temporary.

February 11, 2026

2026 Valentine's romance scams and how to avoid them

Valentine's Day romance scams in 2026 use AI personas and automated scripts to target divorced and widowed individuals through data broker profiles.

February 10, 2026

Microsoft 'Important Mail' email is a scam: How to spot it

Scammers are impersonating Microsoft with urgent deadline threats and fake legal language to rush victims into clicking dangerous links.

February 10, 2026

When dating apps get hacked, your private life goes public

Bumble and Match say user data was not exposed after hackers tied to ShinyHunters claimed breaches, but the incidents renew concerns about dating app security.

February 7, 2026

How to protect a loved one's identity after death

Protect your deceased loved one's identity from scammers with essential steps. Learn how to secure credit files and close gaps criminals exploit.

February 7, 2026

AI companions are reshaping teen emotional bonds

Jim Steyer of Common Sense Media is warning that artificial intelligence companion tools "are not safe for kids under 18" as interactions turn personal.