Romance is in the air with Valentine's Day just a few days away, and you know who's looking for love? Scammers. It's one of the harsh realities of online dating: Scammers posing as singles trying to ...

It’s a sad fact, but true — so many of today’s most common scams work by preying on and exploiting trust, and our most human emotions. And that’s even more true when it comes to online dating scams ...

New research shows that one in four Americans say they’ve encountered a fake profile or AI-generated bot online Between December 1, 2025, and January 22, 2026, McAfee blocked hundreds of thousands of ...

CHICAGO (WLS) -- The winter season can be an optimal time for scammers. Better Business Bureau joined ABC7 to discuss two popular scams for this time of year: Online Dating Scams and Home Improvement ...

Romance scams are different from other scams. With Valentine’s Day around the corner, the Better Business Bureau encourages those looking for love to be cautious. Online dating sites are more popular ...

Romance scams roundup: All of the romance scams you should know to keep your heart and bank safe It’s a sad fact, but true — so many of today’s most common scams work by preying on and exploiting ...