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 ...

Online dating risks are rising. Learn 8 warning signs of catfishing and simple tips to stay safe, avoid scams, and protect ...

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 ...

Tinder, Hinge, OkCupid, Grindr, and Bumble are where millions turn every day to find potential partners, but these dating apps are also used by cybercriminals to carry out romance scams. In a typical ...

CHICAGO (WLS) -- It is the season for love with Valentine's Day approaching. If you're looking for that special person online, you're not alone. More than half of all single people have used an online ...

CHICAGO (WSIL) — Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul is urging residents to remain vigilant against romance scams as they look for love online this Valentine’s Day. In a consumer alert issued Friday ...

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 ...

The digital dating world feels exciting, fast, and full of possibilities, almost like walking into a crowded party where someone interesting might be waiting across the room. But not every smiling ...

Today, McAfee released its annual Valentine’s Day research, revealing how fake profiles, AI‑assisted chats, QR‑code‑based scams, and financial manipulation have become ingrained in modern online ...