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February 14, 2026

BEWARE OF CYBER FRAUD THIS WEEKEND: If you receive these messages

A significant portion of Valentine's Day scams also rely on brand impersonation, with cybercriminals posing as well-known retailers and luxury brands.

BEWARE OF CYBER FRAUD THIS WEEKEND: If you receive these messages

TL;DR

  • Spam messages and cyber scams increase around Valentine's Day.
  • Common tactics include phishing, romance scams, fake giveaways, and impersonation of brands.
  • 41% of Valentine's Day-related spam messages aim to deceive.
  • The United States is the most affected country, with 55% of intercepted scam messages.
  • The US is also the primary origin country for these scams (43%).
  • About 10% of scam messages use dating-themed lures, often with AI-generated profile pictures.
  • Scammers impersonate well-known retailers and luxury brands.
  • Users should be wary of emails, social media messages, and SMS promising free gifts or extraordinary offers.
  • Always verify suspicious deals before reacting.

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