RoboKiller Releases 2022 Mid-Year Phone Scam Report

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The 2022 Mid-Year Phone Scam Report by RoboKiller reveals that Americans are projected to receive 233 billion robotexts and robocalls, marking substantial increases from 2021. Specifically, 147 billion robotexts and 86 billion robocalls are expected, resulting in estimated losses of $87 billion from phone scams. Notably, robotexts have surged as scammers' primary method, with financial losses from these messages reaching $9.7 billion. The report highlights a shift toward robocalls but notes government efforts may lead to a decrease in future spam calls.

Positive

• RoboKiller app has over 12 million downloads, indicating strong user engagement.
• RoboKiller has prevented an estimated $400 million in scam losses, showcasing its effectiveness.

Negative

• Estimated losses to phone scams have risen to $87 billion, a significant increase of 116% from the previous year.
• Continued high volume of spam calls anticipated, with 86 billion expected in 2022 despite government interventions.

Mid-Year Report Reveals Americans are on Track to Receive 233 Billion Robotexts and Robocalls in 2022

NEW YORK, Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- RoboKiller, the app that eliminates 99% of spam calls and robotexts, today released findings from its 2022 Mid-Year Phone Scam Report. The report reveals Americans are on track to receive an estimated 147 billion robotexts and 86 billion robocalls by year's end, which would shatter 2021's yearly totals by 68% and 19%, respectively. Additionally, Americans are due to lose $87 billion to phone scams, a 116% increase from 2021.

Move over robocalls, robotexts are surging
According to RoboKiller's sister app, TextKiller, robotexts have been the primary way scammers reach Americans since early 2021. What's caused scammers to redirect their focus to robotexting? For one, in June 2021, STIR/SHAKEN was unveiled, which caused scammers to shift to a medium with fewer roadblocks. And it's working. To date, in 2022, Americans have been hit with 66 billion robotexts resulting in estimated financial losses of $9.7 billion.

To read the full report, follow the link below:
2022 Mid-Year Phone Scam Insights

Robocalls and Robotexts: Key Findings & Takeaways in 2022

• Robotexts are on pace to exceed robocalls in volume for the third year in a row, and the gap is widening. Americans are also losing $1,000 on average to robotexts compared to $900 just a year ago.
• On the flip side, car warranty calls have dipped 37% since the FCC announced it was cracking down on these robocalls. The FCC's efforts underscore the fact it's possible to fight back against robocalls. With a unified effort among governing bodies, third-party apps like RoboKiller, and carriers, it's not out of the question to one day eliminate these unwanted calls.
• Brand imposter scams have biome the primary way scammers are reaching Americans via robotext. Scammers impersonating Amazon, Google, Apple, and Target were among the top brands scammers impersonated so far in 2022.
• As of June 2022, all carriers, large and small, should be compliant with STIR/SHAKEN. RoboKiller believes that this effort will start to curb caller ID spoofing. While Americans shouldn't expect robocalls to immediately become a thing of the past, they can anticipate seeing fewer spoofed spam calls.

Robocalls are not a thing of the past, yet
Even with STIR/SHAKEN and other government efforts in full effect, Americans are still expected to receive 86 billion spam calls in 2022, and the financial impact is dire: Americans are on pace to lose upwards of $59 billion. As government efforts expand and carrier restrictions tighten, RoboKiller believes Americans could start to see a dip in the amount of robocalls they receive.

Read more in the full report for state-level, robocall, and robotext trends.

How To Stop Phone Scams
At RoboKiller, our mission is to create a world without spam. In addition to downloading the RoboKiller app, follow these tips to protect yourself against phone scams. Additionally, if your brand is interested in protecting against scams perpetrated under its name, contact our enterprise service team.

About RoboKiller
With more than 12 million downloads and $400 million in losses prevented, RoboKiller is the leading independent spam call and text blocker. RoboKiller has been named a leader in technical and mobile achievement by the Webby Awards, Media Excellence, Best in Biz, and more. RoboKiller was named the most effective solution to robocalls by the FTC.

RoboKiller's robocall and spam text insights are powered by a global database of millions of phone scams and audio fingerprints. RoboKiller's proprietary data insights have been featured by The New York Times, ABC World News, NBC Nightly News, and many others.

For custom data inquiries, contact RoboKiller's insights team here or at pr@robokiller.com.

RoboKiller is available for download in the Apple App Store and Google Play. To learn more, visit www.robokiller.com.

RoboKiller, a Teltech brand, is a division of Mosaic Group, an IAC Company (NASDAQ: IAC).

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FAQ

What key findings did RoboKiller report regarding robotexts and robocalls in 2022?

RoboKiller reported that Americans are projected to receive 233 billion robotexts and robocalls in 2022, with robotexts continuing to surge in volume.

How much money are Americans expected to lose due to phone scams in 2022?

Americans are expected to lose approximately $87 billion to phone scams in 2022, representing a significant increase from 2021.

What is the current trend in scam-related text messages according to RoboKiller?

RoboKiller indicates that robotexts have become the primary method for scammers, leading to financial losses of $9.7 billion in 2022.

How has the FCC's actions impacted robocalls as reported by RoboKiller?

The FCC's crackdown on car warranty calls has led to a 37% decrease in such robocalls, suggesting effective regulatory intervention.

What is RoboKiller's projected outcome for spam calls in the future?

Despite current projections of 86 billion spam calls in 2022, RoboKiller believes that ongoing government efforts could lead to a decrease in these calls over time.