Imposter Scams news and trends

FTC: Investment Scams Top 25% Spike in 2024 Fraud Losses
Cybersecurity // March 10, 2025

New Federal Trade Commission (FTC) data shows consumers reporting more than $12.5 billion in fraud losses last year. 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...

More Than Half of US Consumers Use P2P Apps to Send Money
Cybersecurity // August 02, 2024

Consumers are turning to peer-to-peer (P2P) apps like Venmo and Zelle for quick and easy money transfers. But while these services have become ubiquitous, concerns about fraud are casting a shadow over their growth. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

Rise of AI-Powered Deepfake Imposter Scams Threatens Individuals and Banks
Cybersecurity // August 22, 2023

Deepfake technology, powered by artificial intelligence (AI), is reportedly becoming a favored tool for criminals engaged in imposter scams, posing a significant threat to individuals and the banking industry. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

FTC: Fraud Losses Surged 30% Last Year, Cost Consumers $8.8B
Cybersecurity // March 01, 2023

Fraud has a price tag — and it keeps going up. 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...

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More Than Half of US Consumers Use P2P Apps to Send Money

August 02, 2024
Consumers are turning to peer-to-peer (P2P) apps like Venmo and Zelle for quick and easy money transfers. But while these services have become ubiquitous, concerns about fraud are casting a shadow over their growth. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — […]

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Jury Duty Scams Mark Latest Evolution of Impersonation Fraud

August 09, 2026
Impersonation scammers reportedly have a new target: people afraid of being punished for missing jury duty. 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 […]

FTC: Investment Scams Top 25% Spike in 2024 Fraud Losses

March 10, 2025
New Federal Trade Commission (FTC) data shows consumers reporting more than $12.5 billion in fraud losses last year. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

Rise of AI-Powered Deepfake Imposter Scams Threatens Individuals and Banks

August 22, 2023
Deepfake technology, powered by artificial intelligence (AI), is reportedly becoming a favored tool for criminals engaged in imposter scams, posing a significant threat to individuals and the banking industry. Get...

FTC: Fraud Losses Surged 30% Last Year, Cost Consumers $8.8B

March 01, 2023
Fraud has a price tag — and it keeps going up. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...