Editor’s note: The use of the word “scam” in this column is meant hyperbolically. We are not implying that the University is engaged in large-scale fraud against its students. For returning students, ...

As people struggle with fears of recession, some may turn to courses with the promise of “getting rich quick” — from something like e-commerce or drop-shipping to coaching or becoming an “influencer.” ...

In recent years, financial scams have grown at an alarming rate in the United States. According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), in 2024 alone, there were more than 2.6 million reports of fraud ...