Phishing Scams and Online Safety

This living topic delves into the various methods and evolving tactics of online scams, particularly focusing on phishing scams. It covers new threats such as AI-driven phishing tools like WormGPT, deceptive practices like Facebook 'like farming,' and the persistent issue of fake emails from reputed organizations like Bank of America and TurboTax. The content emphasizes the importance of vigilance, skepticism, and proper reporting to mitigate these threats. It also highlights the inadequacies in corporate responses to phishing reports and offers tips for individual users to protect themselves online.

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Old, tried-and-true scams did the most harm in 2025

One state lists the most common schemes that victimized consumers last year

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Used auto and vehicle repair issues topped the list of consumer complaints in Iowa in 2025, with 783 reports.

The Attorney General’s Office handled more than 4,000 complaints, marking the second straight year of rising scams and consumer issues.

Attorney General Brenna Bird is urging Iowans to stay vigilant, research businesses carefully, and report suspected scams immediately.

There seems to be a new scam emerging every day, and artificial intelligence just makes these sch...

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