Scams

Scams articles from the Not Interested blog.

What Is Smishing? How to Spot a Scam Text Before You Tap

What Is Smishing? How to Spot a Scam Text Before You Tap

Smishing is phishing by text: a fake toll bill, bank alert or delivery notice with a link. How to spot one, what to do if you tapped, and where to report it.

Sep 27, 2026
Phone and Text Scam Statistics: What the FTC and FBI Data Shows

Phone and Text Scam Statistics: What the FTC and FBI Data Shows

The typical phone scam victim loses $1,500, more than scams that start any other way, and phishing losses just tripled. FTC and FBI data in four charts.

Sep 24, 2026

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