FBI Report 2026: 10 Scams That Stole $21 Billion (Protect Yourself)

In this episode I break down the FBI's 2026 Internet Crime Report — and the 10 biggest scams and cybercrime threats every American needs to know to protect themselves. Americans lost a record $21 billion to online scams last year, and for the first time the FBI is tracking AI scams: voice cloning, deepfakes, and AI phishing. I'm Jocelyn King, the Queen of Online Safety, and I'm pulling the 10 most important takeaways out of the report for you — including crypto and investment fraud (now the #1 money loss), why seniors are losing the most, business email compromise, government impersonation scams, and ransomware hitting hospitals and infrastructure. I also share my own story of losing half a million dollars to cybercriminals, and exactly how you can stay safe. If this helped you, please share it with someone you love so they don't become next year's statistic. 👉 Subscribe to the Smarter Online Safety Show for cybersecurity tips, scam alerts, and online safety advice that actually keeps you protected.