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Scammers are using FaceTime to pose as banks and steal your money. Here's what to watch for.

Consumer advocates say they're tracking a rise in cases where scammers are using FaceTime. The scams often start with a text about suspicious activity on your bank account or credit card. Ash-har Quraishi explains.

Published July 14, 2026, 2:14 PM
Updated July 14, 2026, 2:33 PM1.6K
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Scammers are using FaceTime to pose as banks and steal your money. Here's what to watch for.

Consumer advocates say they're tracking a rise in cases where scammers are using FaceTime. The scams often start with a text about suspicious activity on your bank account or credit card. Ash-har Quraishi explains.

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