AP-NORC poll: 3 in 10 Americans have lost money or data to scams, but few report them
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The Associated Press
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A new AP-NORC poll reveals that most Americans face scam attempts daily, with about 3 in 10 having lost money or personal information to scams. The survey highlights the constant vigilance required as people screen calls and messages, and examines why few victims report these crimes — pointing to shame, lack of trust in authorities, and the belief that nothing will be done. The article explores the psychological and systemic barriers to reporting, the scale of the problem, and the implications for consumer protection.
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bskyAP-NORC poll: 3 in 10 Americans have lost money or data to scams, but few report themdenverpost.comKey quotes
· 3 pulledMost Americans are inundated with scam attempts on a daily basis — and about 3 in 10 have personally lost money or personal information to scams, according to a new AP-NORC survey.
More than half, 58%, of U.S. adults said they receive daily scam attempts.
The poll highlights the obstacle course that U.S. adults navigate daily as they screen calls, ignore messages or try to puzzle out if that urgent request from their cellphone provider is legitimate.
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