ICYMI: Joining or clicking through to a WhatsApp group was the most common requested action in the scam texts McAfee analyzed, driven largely by investment and cryptocurrency schemes.
The scams and threats Americans encounter aren't the same everywhere.
Where you live can shape the types of scams reaching your devices, how often you encounter them, and even how those experiences affect the way you behave online. 🧵⬇️
McAfee Labs analyzed text-based scam activity across the U.S. from May through July 2026.
That data provides a view into the volume, concentration and types of scam texts McAfee observed in each state during the three-month analysis period.
Key tip: if your phone constantly rings with unknown callers or your inbox is overflowing with unwanted messages, consider looking at how much information about you is available online.
