Love Is in the Air — and So Are Scammers: Valentine’s Day 2026 Threats to Watch For
As Valentine’s Day 2026 approaches, people are turning to online shopping, digital dating, and last‑minute gift ideas. Unfortunately, cyber criminals are doing the same. Check Point researchers have identified a sharp rise in Valentine‑themed phishing websites, fraudulent stores, and fake dating platforms designed to steal personal data and payment information. A Seasonal Spike in Valentine-Themed Domains From March to December 2025, new Valentine-related domains averaged 474 per month. But in January 2026, registrations jumped to 696 — a 44% increase. In just the first five days of February, researchers detected 152 additional domains, a further 36% rise in daily average […]
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