FBI Fraud Report, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

Key takeaways

• Recognize that online fraud losses among adults 60+ surged 60% to $7.7 billion in 2025.
• Defend yourself as cybercriminals exploit AI-fueled scams, voice cloning and deepfakes at record rates.
• Celebrate music legends: Phil Collins, Sade, Billy Idol and Luther Vandross join Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2026.

Summary

FBI internet crime data for 2025 reveals that Americans are facing unprecedented threats

online, with adults 60 and older losing a staggering $7.7 billion — a 60% increase from the

previous year. Sophisticated tactics like AI-driven fraud, voice cloning scams and deepfakes

are on the rise, while overall reported internet crime losses soared to $20.9 billion

nationwide. Staying informed about internet crimes and adopting robust cybersecurity

habits is crucial to protecting your finances and personal information, especially as

fraudsters evolve their approaches year after year.

In entertainment news, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 inductees,

celebrating industry legends and fan favorites. Iconic stars including Phil Collins, Sade and

Billy Idol will take their place in the performer category, with the late Luther Vandross

honored posthumously. These inductions showcase the enduring influence of ‘80s artists

who continue to shape the landscape of popular music.

The key takeaways and summary were created with the assistance of generative AI. An AARP

editor reviewed and refined the content for accuracy and clarity.

Full Transcript:

[00:00:04] The latest FBI data shows Americans 60 and older lost about $7.7 billion

[00:00:10] to internet-based crimes in 2025, a 60% jump from the year before.

[00:00:16] Older adults report high losses to AI-driven fraud, which includes voice-cloning

scams and deepfakes.

[00:00:24] People of all ages filed more than 1 million internet crime complaints last year,

with reported fraud losses totaling $20.9 billion.

[00:00:34] A new medical review finds Alzheimer’s drugs that target amyloid beta proteins,

[00:00:40] the component of the plaques found in Alzheimer’s-diseased brains, may have

little to no effect, according to the Cochrane Collaboration.

[00:00:48] The study shows that removing amyloid, which is usually found at abnormally

high levels in people with Alzheimer’s, does not improve or slow cognitive decline.

[00:00:59] Some researchers say anti-amyloid treatments are still developing, and newer

generations may show better results.

[00:01:07] The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 inductees. “In the Air

Tonight” singer Phil Collins, “Smooth Operator”

[00:01:15] Sade and “White Wedding” rocker Billy Idol will be inducted in the performer

category.

[00:01:21] Luther Vandross will also be inducted posthumously at the ceremony in

November.