Georgia laws take effect July 1 with new protest penalties, senior fraud safeguards SAVANNAH, Ga. — A wide range of new laws will take effect across Georgia on July 1, bringing changes that could affect thousands of people statewide. The measures touch on everything from protections for senior citizens and tougher criminal penalties to new...Read More
June 22, 2026, 4:31 p.m. ET An elderly Florida couple lost over $141,000 and their home to a sweepstakes scam. Florida ranks second in the nation for elder fraud, with over $293 million in losses reported in 2023. Scammers often use urgency, fear tactics, and requests for payment via gift cards or wire transfers. Authorities...Read More
Utah residents aged 60 and older reported nearly $66 million in fraud losses last year, a problem U.S. Attorney for the District of Utah Melissa Holyoak addressed Friday, June 26, during a fraud prevention presentation at the Grand Center in Moab. U.S. Attorney Melissa Holyoak speaks during a fraud prevention presentation at the Grand Center...Read More
Monetary Gold is one of the only precious metals companies publicly standing with local officials and law enforcement to warn Americans about a growing threat involving gold, silver, cash, and home couriers WOODLAND HILLS, Calif., June 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — At a time when sophisticated financial scams are targeting seniors, retirees, and vulnerable Americans across...Read More
June 29, 2026, 4:48 a.m. ET As the risk of falling for scams rises, free online safety training will be offered to 400 seniors at the Oak Ridge Senior Center in July and August. Two duplicate workshops will take place from 1 to 3 p.m. on Monday, July 20, and Monday, Aug. 3, in the...Read More
JACKSON, Tenn. (WBBJ) – The Better Business Bureau is warning older adults to be more cautious. According to the FTC’s latest annual report on the impact of scams on older adults, total fraud losses skyrocketed from $600 million in 2020 to $2.4 billion in 2024, but experts say since most scams are never reported, the...Read More
DES MOINES, Iowa (KCRG) – A new Iowa law that will take effect on July 1 aims to help protect senior citizens from financial fraud. The Iowa Insurance Division says that the bill allows insurance companies to temporarily halt any suspicious transactions where elder exploitation is suspected. They cited 42 instances of suspicious securities transactions...Read More
(Feature Impact) The first sign is unexpectedly losing access to your cell phone. Soon after, when you connect to Wi-Fi, the gravity of the situation sinks in: a criminal has gained access to your cell phone number and is trying to siphon money from your credit cards and bank accounts. The scam is called SIM...Read More
Next to pharmaceutical ads, you can’t escape ads aimed at older Americans. Whether it’s about healthcare, home maintenance, or life insurance, seniors are targeted by many organizations. However, not all these products and services are on the level. Because of their trusting nature, lack of experience with technology or distance from family members, seniors can...Read More
For Release: 06/25/26 11:32 AM
Millions of older Americans lose money to unscrupulous scammers each year. From fake tech support to romance swindles, nearly four in 10 adults have fallen victim to scammers and millions more worry they will become victims. Join Renee Shaw and a panel of experts as they examine...Read More
