Looking for love this Valentine’s Day? Don’t fall for Instagram romance scams
Facebook and Instagram parent company Meta Platforms is urging users to stay vigilant about “romance scams” ahead of Valentine’s Day, warning of unsolicited messages through its apps and other social media platforms,
How to not fall in love with AI-powered romance scammers
Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson explains how to protect yourself against artificial intelligence-fueled romance scams, which have become the most common type of fraud in 2025.
On Your Side Digital Extra: Beware of these romance scams
Romance scammers become very active during the holiday. On Your Side’s Ashley Reynolds and Arvest Bank’s Mikala Thurston share how to ensure you don’t get scammed. To report a correction or typo, please email digitalnews@ky3.
Cybercriminals Exploit Valentine’s Day with Romance Scams, Phishing Attacks
As Valentine’s Day approaches, cybercriminals are ramping up their efforts to exploit consumers through romance scams, phishing campaigns and fraudulent e-commerce offers.
How to Avoid Romance Scams This Valentine’s Day
Ahead of Valentine's Day and as part of our global anti-scam awareness campaign to protect people online, we’re sharing relevant tools, research and tips.
Know the signs of a romance scam this Valentine’s Day
Federal agencies are warning of romance scams as Valentine’s Day approaches.
Looking for love this Valentine’s Day? Beware of romance scams
Millions of people use online dating apps or social networking sites to meet someone. But instead of finding romance, many find a scammer trying to trick them into sending money. Romance scammers create fake profiles on dating sites and apps or contact you through popular social media sites like Instagram or Facebook.
How to avoid falling victim to romance scams, according to FBI
If you suspect that you or someone you know is a victim of a romance scam, contact the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI or visit ic3.gov to file a report. Even small amounts of money should be reported to help prevent further scams. Additionally, contact your financial institution if you've already sent money.
Valentine's Day shoppers urged to verify online sellers to avoid scams
With Valentine's Day just a few days away, some people may wait until the last minute to buy their loved ones a gift online. The Better Business Bureau is warning consumers to look out for Valentine's Day scams.
NI man lost more than £200,000 in romance scam
The victim "lost everything" and ended up in debt after he was repeatedly asked for money online.
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Romance Scams Cost Americans $697.3M Last Year
Nearly 59,000 Americans have fallen victim to romance scams in 2024, losing an estimated $697.3m. According to a new report ...
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The threat of romance scams looms large
According to researchers at cybersecurity firm Tenable, 39 per cent of Indians, who sought love online, discovered that their ...
Online romance scams: who Nigeria and Ghana’s fraudsters are, how they operate, and why they do it
On the African continent, Nigeria and Ghana have emerged as hubs for internet fraud. The “ Yahoo Boys ” operating in Nigeria ...
Arizona ranks low among best states for single seniors, thanks to romance scams and STIs
Arizona came in at No. 49 based on its senior residents' life expectancies, romance scam rate and sexually transmitted ...
Meta warns users not to fall for romance scammers posing as celebrities or military
Think you might have met someone “attractive, single and successful” on Facebook or Instagram? You might want to think again, Meta says. Ahead of Valentine’s Day, the company is once again warning ...
Romance scam: Man tells of ‘devastating impact’ after being conned out of £200k
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Dating app users face increased risk of romance scams as downloads spike on February 14
In the quest for love, many turn to dating apps, but this Valentine's weekend, a surge in romance scams could leave hopeful ...