scams

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

Crypto Scamming Intensifies as Digital Asset Market Rallies
Crypto Scamming Intensifies as Digital Asset Market Rallies
March 27, 2024  |  Cryptocurrency

Most crimes, at the end of the day, are crimes of opportunity. After all, bad actors and scammers just need to get lucky once. And...

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State of the Payment Scam: Banks Battling APP Fraud
State of the Payment Scam: Banks Battling APP Fraud
March 13, 2024  |  Security & Fraud

The world’s cybercriminals all share one thing in common: they understand people can be exploited. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

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FTC Refunds $4.1 Million to Student Loan Scam Victims
FTC Refunds $4.1 Million to Student Loan Scam Victims
March 13, 2024  |  Security & Fraud

The FTC is sending millions in refunds to victims of a student fraud scheme. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

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Amazon Deploys Technology, Education to Combat Impersonation Fraud
Amazon Deploys Technology, Education to Combat Impersonation Fraud
March 05, 2024  |  Security & Fraud

Amazon is using several tactics to combat impersonation fraud. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

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‘Pig Butchering’ Scams Pose Growing Risk to Businesses
‘Pig Butchering’ Scams Pose Growing Risk to Businesses
March 04, 2024  |  Security & Fraud

Behavioral fraud and social engineering scams are getting more dangerous for businesses. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

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Digital Commerce Demands Multifactor Approach to ID Verification
Digital Commerce Demands Multifactor Approach to ID Verification
February 27, 2024  |  Authentication

Lisa McFarland, executive vice president and chief product officer at Ingo Payments, told PYMNTS that authentication across digital channels requires a multi-pronged approach. Get the...

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State-Level AI Legislation Balloons Amid Rise of Deepfakes
State-Level AI Legislation Balloons Amid Rise of Deepfakes
February 14, 2024  |  artificial intelligence

The rise of AI-powered deepfake technology has reportedly fostered a corresponding boom in state-level legislation. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

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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. Get the Full Story...

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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. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

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