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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Spam scams are making Americans ignore calls — even the important ones

A new survey suggests consumers may be missing calls from healthcare providers, employers, and other important callers to avoid fraud

Jul. 27, 2026 By Kristen Dalli

A new survey found that 66% of Americans have missed an important call while screening for spam, including calls from healthcare providers, employers, and financial institutions.

As phishing scams become more sophisticated, consumers are growing more cautious about answering unknown calls and opening unexpected emails.

Experts say the key is finding a balance: verify unfamiliar communications without ignoring legitimate calls and messages that could be important.

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