Norton flags 10 summer scam types in 2026 forecast, cites 144% spike in imposter fraud

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  • Gen Digital’s Norton unit published a 2026 summer scam outlook, based on blocked attacks in 2024-2025, cross-checked against spring 2026 patterns.
  • Imposter scams rose 144% last summer versus the rest of the year, signaling elevated fraud risk during peak travel and event spending.
  • U.S. financial scam attacks ran 55% above the annual average; package delivery scams increased 89%.
  • Gambling fraud climbed 88%, tied to seasonal sports traffic, highlighting heightened exposure for sportsbooks and payment flows.
  • Report flagged AI-driven tactics, including voice cloning and deepfakes, as accelerants for imposter, romance, investment, ticket, booking scams.


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