And if you do end up with a scam card, you can file a report with the gift card issuer, though your mileage may vary in terms ...

Elizabethtown Police is warning about a new scam going around involving what appears to be an Amazon gift card.

Register the card when possible, keep your receipt, and check the balance directly with the retailer. Victims should keep their gift card or receipt and report the scam to DC’s DISB at 202‑727‑8000 ...

State attorneys general, led by Dan Rayfield of Oregon, are running a PSA campaign to alert consumers about gift card fraud ...

In the UK we splash out over £3 billion a year on gift cards, but millions go unspent before they expire. BBC Radio 4 Money Box presenter Dan Whitworth has his guide on buying gift cards and how to ...

Gift cards remain one of the most popular holiday gifts, but scammers are finding new ways to steal your money before you even buy them. Federal investigators say gift card fraud has grown into a ...

The scam involved websites which advertise paying a person in exchange for unwanted gift cards but, ultimately, do not pay up ...

Coming off the holiday season, attorneys general from 13 states — including Michigan — and the District of Columbia are calling on the public to be aware of gift card scams and report if they ...

Rayfield said government agencies and reputable companies will never demand payment via gift cards; requests for immediate action or secrecy are red flags. If you or someone you know has been targeted ...

Shop for gift cards at stores you know and trust. The FTC said consumers should avoid buying from online auction sites ...

The year 2026 is almost here, and with the new year comes a new wave of scams that could potentially drain your bank account.

Around the holidays, it’s easy to fall victim to a scam while shopping, paying for gifts, or waiting for packages. “Scammers have become incredibly sophisticated in their attempts. They are getting ...