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IRS Warns: AI-Driven Scams Surge This Tax Season

3/17/2026

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  • Scammers are increasing robocalls, texts, and phishing emails this tax season, aided by artificial intelligence, according to the Federal Trade Commission.
  • The Internal Revenue Service warns it does not contact taxpayers by text or phone and urges caution against alarming messages.
  • Victims should report identity theft to the IRS, monitor their credit, and file a police report if money is lost.