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Spot and avoid scams and unfair, deceptive, and fraudulent business practices with tips from the FTC, America's consumer protection agency. Learn about recent scams and how to recognize the warning signs.

Source: consumer.ftc.gov

Consumer Fraud Loss Tops $10 Billion, Aided by Digital Tools, FTC Says
Consumer Fraud Loss Tops $10 Billion, Aided by Digital Tools, FTC Says
February 09, 2024  |  Fraud Attack

Consumers lost a record $10 billion to fraud in 2023, with digital tools making it easier for scammers to find targets. That total is 14%...

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FCC Outlaws Use of AI-Generated Voices in Robocalls
FCC Outlaws Use of AI-Generated Voices in Robocalls
February 08, 2024  |  Regulation

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has made it illegal to use artificial intelligence (AI)-generated voices in robocalls. This ruling will give state attorneys general another...

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National Bank of Romania Warns Consumers About Deepfake Videos
National Bank of Romania Warns Consumers About Deepfake Videos
February 05, 2024  |  Security & Fraud

Romania’s central bank governor, Mugur Isarescu, found himself unwittingly associated with false financial recommendations after being targeted by a deepfake video. The video, which utilized...

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Bumble Taps AI to Take Sting Out of Catfishing
Bumble Taps AI to Take Sting Out of Catfishing
February 05, 2024  |  Authentication

Bumble is employing artificial intelligence (AI) to ensure its dating profiles aren’t, well, artificial. “Our most recent research made one thing very clear: our members are...

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New York Sues Citi for Allegedly Failing to Protect and Reimburse Fraud Victims
New York Sues Citi for Allegedly Failing to Protect and Reimburse Fraud Victims
January 30, 2024  |  Legal

New York Attorney General Letitia James accused Citi of failing to protect fraud victims. In a lawsuit filed Tuesday (Jan. 30), the state’s top prosecutor...

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eCommerce Firms Use Advanced Screening Tools to Combat Tech-Driven Fraud
eCommerce Firms Use Advanced Screening Tools to Combat Tech-Driven Fraud
January 26, 2024  |  Security & Fraud

eCommerce firms are grappling with the widespread impact of fraud, and according to PYMNTS Intelligence research, more than 80% encountered true fraud — verified instances...

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Stablecoins Gain Ground With Fraudsters Looking to Move Beyond Bitcoin
Stablecoins Gain Ground With Fraudsters Looking to Move Beyond Bitcoin
January 18, 2024  |  Cryptocurrency

Stablecoins have held the promise of serving as a link between the cryptocurrency realm and traditional financial services. Turns out that nowadays, the digital holdings...

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Attack Vectors 2024: Protecting Against What’s Next in Deepfake Fraud 
Attack Vectors 2024: Protecting Against What’s Next in Deepfake Fraud 
January 09, 2024  |  Fraud Prevention

“Dad, please send them the money. They say they are going to hurt me.” It is every parent’s worst nightmare: their child in trouble, being...

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Meta Apologizes for Fraudulent Ads Featuring Billionaire Wissam Al Mana
Meta Apologizes for Fraudulent Ads Featuring Billionaire Wissam Al Mana
December 15, 2023  |  Meta

Qatari billionaire Wissam Al Mana reportedly emerged victorious in a legal battle against Meta over the unauthorized use of his image in cryptocurrency scam advertisements...

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