Texas, USA | January–February 2026 Transportation scams are rising sharply across the Southern United States, with recent cases in Texas freight corridors exposing how criminals are exploiting the logistics and auto transport industry. In late January 2026, a freight-related scam involving false carrier identities and diverted shipments resulted in nearly $40,000 in losses for a…
If someone asks for your Uber verification code, they’re not “verifying” you — they’re trying to take over your account. Uber itself warns that it will never ask for your password, verification code, or banking details. Timeline: 4 reported stories (date • place • country) Uber Verification Code Scam: What Happened in 4 Real U.S….
In January 2026, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) issued an urgent FMCSA Scam Alert warning about an alarming rise in fake FMCSA emails and phishing attacks targeting motor carriers and logistics companies. These scammers are impersonating FMCSA officials to trick businesses into providing sensitive information or clicking on dangerous links that could infect…