The Economic Times

IRS dirty dozen 2026: Internal Revenue Service warns of top tax scams, AI fraud calls, and refund traps to avoid this filing season

The Internal Revenue Service has shared its 2026 Dirty Dozen tax scams list to warn people about online fraud, fake messages, AI phone calls, and false tax claims. Officials say scammers are getting smarter each year. The alert helps taxpayers understand common risks and stay careful during tax season while protecting their money, identity, and important financial information.