This story was originally published on mynorthwest.com. With Christmas right around the corner, many are grabbing last-minute gift cards — but scammers are counting on that. Washington State Attorney ...

Gift cards are one of the most popular holiday gifts nationwide, but the same convenience that makes them attractive also makes them a frequent target for fraud. According to the Retail Gift Card ...

Around the holidays, it’s easy to fall victim to a scam while shopping, paying for gifts, or waiting for packages. “Scammers have become incredibly sophisticated in their attempts. They are getting ...

The hit: Once a cashier activates the card for a unknowing buyer, the crook drains it fast—often before it’s even used Avoid it: Check the PIN/scratch area for tampering, grab from the back, pay with ...

LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - Security experts are warning scammers are looking for opportunities to strike after the holidays, with anyone making returns or spending gift cards urged to proceed with ...

GREEN BAY, Wis. (WBAY) - A Consumer First Alert about gift card scams. As we head into the last weekend of shopping before Christmas, here’s what you need to look at before you buy them. Gift cards ...

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) -If you’re scrambling for last-minute gifts, gift cards might seem like the perfect solution. But the Better Business Bureau warns they come with risks. Scammers are targeting ...

LANSING, Mich. — Gift cards are a convenient holiday present. But if you're not careful, scammers can pounce and use up your Christmas gift right under your nose. “Gift cards are a popular holiday ...

Scams target online shopping, donations, and other holiday activities. Scammers now use AI and cryptocurrency to commit fraud. Protect yourself by validating transactions and securing your accounts.

Police have issued a warning about online scams. Cumbria Police has reported a series of incidents in which people were targeted by fraudsters and persuaded to purchase large amounts of gift cards.

With Christmas right around the corner, many are grabbing last-minute gift cards — but scammers are counting on that. Washington State Attorney General (AG) Nick Brown, along with attorneys general ...

If you plan to give or get a gift card, read on for what consumers should know to avoid a draining scam. While shopping for a gift card at Walgreens, David Wimett said he took precautions. “I looked ...