consumer protection

FTC Refunds $449K to Victims of Extended Warranty Scam
FTC Refunds $449K to Victims of Extended Warranty Scam
October 10, 2024  |  Security & Fraud

The FTC is refunding $449,000 to victims of a telemarketing scam involving extended automobile warranties. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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CFPB Accuses Ejudicate of Conducting ‘Sham’ Student Loan Arbitrations
CFPB Accuses Ejudicate of Conducting ‘Sham’ Student Loan Arbitrations
October 10, 2024  |  CFPB

The CFPB has barred dispute resolution platform Ejudicate from arbitrating disputes about consumer financial products. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

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Federal Agencies Warn Businesses and Consumers About Hurricane-Related Scams
Federal Agencies Warn Businesses and Consumers About Hurricane-Related Scams
October 09, 2024  |  Security & Fraud

With another major hurricane on the way, three federal agencies are warning companies not to take advantage of these natural disasters and cautioning consumers to...

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US Moves to Secure Connected Car Economy by Banning Foreign Technologies
US Moves to Secure Connected Car Economy by Banning Foreign Technologies
September 25, 2024  |  Regulation

The U.S. government’s proposed ban on connected vehicle technology from China and Russia marks a significant shift in the approach to national security and cybersecurity...

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CFPB’s Chopra: Consumers Need More Disclosure on Nonbank Risks
CFPB’s Chopra: Consumers Need More Disclosure on Nonbank Risks
September 25, 2024  |  Regulation

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corp.’s (FDIC) recent proposal on recordkeeping for bank deposits received from third-party, nonbank companies is a step in the right direction....

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LinkedIn’s 930 Million Users Unknowingly Train AI, Sparking Data Privacy Concerns
LinkedIn’s 930 Million Users Unknowingly Train AI, Sparking Data Privacy Concerns
September 24, 2024  |  artificial intelligence

LinkedIn has thrust its 930 million users into an unexpected role: unwitting AI trainers, igniting a firestorm over data privacy and consumer trust. Get the...

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Newsom Vetoes California Privacy Bill That Upped Consumer Data Control
Newsom Vetoes California Privacy Bill That Upped Consumer Data Control
September 24, 2024  |  Regulation

In a pivotal moment for data privacy and child protection, California Gov. Gavin Newsom recently made two contrasting decisions that highlight the complexities and competing...

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CFPB Says Debt Collectors Try to Collect on Already-Paid Medical Bills
CFPB Says Debt Collectors Try to Collect on Already-Paid Medical Bills
September 05, 2024  |  CFPB

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has found that debt collectors are using illegal tactics, and it is taking steps to ensure they follow consumer financial...

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AI Data Mining Uses Machine Learning to Glean Insights
AI Data Mining Uses Machine Learning to Glean Insights
September 03, 2024  |  artificial intelligence

In an era where data is often called the new oil, artificial intelligence (AI) is the tool extracting valuable insights from vast digital reserves. AI-powered...

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