How to spot rental scams during apartment hunting
May kicks off peak apartment rental season, as many leases turn over and people gradute or move for jobs. The season typically lasts until September, with the highest traffic around June and July. While many renters search for their next home, scammers are also on the hunt for their next target. Around 65,000 rental scams […]
The latest phishing scam? Fake party invitations
Who doesn’t love getting invited to a party? Unfortunately, scammers are now exploiting that excitement — and preying on your fear of missing out — with phishing emails disguised as digital invitations. Many of these emails spoof legitimate platforms such as Evite, Punchbowl, and Paperless Post. All three sites have recently issued warnings to users, […]
Artificial intelligence is fueling romance scams. Here’s how
Online dating can be challenging enough, but scammers are using artificial intelligence to sound more charming and believable. Americans lost more than $672 million from romance scams in 2024, according to a report by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. A.I. has only made these scams more widespread. One in four Americans say they’ve encountered a […]
Amazon Might Owe You $51. Here’s How to Find Out if You’re Eligible
Amazon customers with a Prime subscription will soon be able to make claims online for their share of the $1.5 billion the company is being ordered to pay to users in the United States. It’s all part of a recent settlement with the US Federal Trade Commission. Amazon now has to “provide $1.5 billion in […]
How To Create A ‘Safe Space’ For AI Experimentation
This is the published version of Forbes’ CEO newsletter, which offers the latest news for today’s and tomorrow’s business leaders and decision makers. Click here to get it delivered to your inbox every week. Many of today’s executives spent years climbing the corporate ladder, preparing to ultimately take on a CEO position. But once they […]