consumer protection

BIS Report: BNPL Plans Pose Risks and ‘Warrant Monitoring’
BIS Report: BNPL Plans Pose Risks and ‘Warrant Monitoring’
December 04, 2023  |  BNPL

Buy now, pay later (BNPL) plans have been marked by higher delinquency rates even as growth and enthusiasm for those payments offerings have soared, the...

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CFPB Proposes Oversight for Big Tech and Digital Wallet Providers
CFPB Proposes Oversight for Big Tech and Digital Wallet Providers
November 07, 2023  |  Regulation

In a move to ensure consumer protection and regulatory oversight, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is proposing to supervise larger nonbank companies that offer...

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A Look at U.S. Initiatives on AI Use and Its Development
A Look at U.S. Initiatives on AI Use and Its Development
November 03, 2023  |  artificial intelligence

President Biden issued an executive order on Monday (Oct. 30) on artificial intelligence (AI) to ensure that America leads in harnessing the potential of AI...

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Amazon, Microsoft and India Authorities Crack Down on Impersonation Scams
Amazon, Microsoft and India Authorities Crack Down on Impersonation Scams
October 20, 2023  |  Security & Fraud

Amazon and Microsoft have joined forces to protect consumers from impersonation scams, marking the first time these industry leaders have collaborated to combat tech support...

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CFPB Director Calls for Stronger Data Protections
CFPB Director Calls for Stronger Data Protections
October 06, 2023  |  CFPB

Rohit Chopra, director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), has reportedly expressed concerns about the potential risks posed by payment systems that enable excessive surveillance and...

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Connecticut Department of Banking Issues Guidance on Small Loan Rules
Connecticut Department of Banking Issues Guidance on Small Loan Rules
September 13, 2023  |  Regulation

The Connecticut Department of Banking has issued new industry guidance regarding the Small Loan Lending and Related Activities Act. These changes in the regulation are set to come into...

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European Commission Delays Decision on Amazon’s Acquisition of iRobot
European Commission Delays Decision on Amazon’s Acquisition of iRobot
September 11, 2023  |  Acquisitions

European Union (EU) antitrust regulators have reportedly put a temporary halt to their investigation into Amazon‘s $1.7 billion acquisition of robot vacuum cleaner maker iRobot. The European Commission (EC), responsible...

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Federal Reserve Sets Guidelines for Banks’ Use of Stablecoins
Federal Reserve Sets Guidelines for Banks’ Use of Stablecoins
August 28, 2023  |  Regulation

A new Federal Reserve supervisory letter on the process for state member banks using dollar tokens, such as stablecoins, to facilitate payments has drawn the...

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Rise of AI-Powered Deepfake Imposter Scams Threatens Individuals and Banks
Rise of AI-Powered Deepfake Imposter Scams Threatens Individuals and Banks
August 22, 2023  |  Security & Fraud

Deepfake technology, powered by artificial intelligence (AI), is reportedly becoming a favored tool for criminals engaged in imposter scams, posing a significant threat to individuals...

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