Federal Trade Commission

Consumers Duped By ‘Risk-Free Trials’ To Get $8.7M In Refunds From FTC
Consumers Duped By ‘Risk-Free Trials’ To Get $8.7M In Refunds From FTC
June 22, 2020  |  Security & Fraud

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is sending out over $8.7 million in refunds to 187,425 customers who were reportedly signed up for non-consensual payment plans...

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FTC Releases State Data Of COVID-19 Related Consumer Complaints
FTC Releases State Data Of COVID-19 Related Consumer Complaints
June 12, 2020  |  Security & Fraud

Fraud was the top complaint related to coronavirus logged by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), according to new reports released on the organization’s website. Get...

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FTC Alleges New York Small-Business Lenders Deceived SMBs And Nonprofits
FTC Alleges New York Small-Business Lenders Deceived SMBs And Nonprofits
June 10, 2020  |  Security & Fraud

The Federal Trade Commission sued two New York small-business lenders Wednesday (June 10) for allegedly using deceptive terms in loans to companies, nonprofits, religious groups...

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TikTok’s Data Privacy Policies Draw Eyes Of EU Authorities
TikTok’s Data Privacy Policies Draw Eyes Of EU Authorities
June 10, 2020  |  Safety and Security

TikTok, the popular Chinese short-form mobile video app, is facing more scrutiny over its privacy policies, Bloomberg reported. Get the Full Story Complete the form...

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FTC Bans Rogue Payment Processor In Settlement Over Alleged Scams
FTC Bans Rogue Payment Processor In Settlement Over Alleged Scams
June 09, 2020  |  Security & Fraud

A Texas operator of several payment processing centers has agreed to be permanently banned from the industry in order to settle charges by the Federal...

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Lawmakers Ask FTC To Examine Instacart, Delivery Platforms Tipping Protocols
Lawmakers Ask FTC To Examine Instacart, Delivery Platforms Tipping Protocols
May 29, 2020  |  Delivery

After reports that eCommerce delivery platforms are allowing consumers to “tip bait,” four U.S. senators are asking the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to look at...

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FTC Charges Payday Lender With ‘Deceptively’ Overcharging Clients
FTC Charges Payday Lender With ‘Deceptively’ Overcharging Clients
May 22, 2020  |  Legal

After a payday lender allegedly left consumers to pay more than promised by drawing continued interest-only deductions, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has charged a lending...

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Deploying A Multilayered Fraud Prevention System During The COVID-19 Pandemic
Deploying A Multilayered Fraud Prevention System During The COVID-19 Pandemic
May 22, 2020  |  Fraud Prevention

Financial crimes are increasing amid the COVID-19 pandemic, with fraudsters impersonating tax officials to steal personal data. Multi-faceted approaches are necessary, as simply using automated...

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FTC: Active Duty Troops 76 Pct More Likely To Report Identity Theft
FTC: Active Duty Troops 76 Pct More Likely To Report Identity Theft
May 21, 2020  |  Security & Fraud

Active-duty service members are 76 percent more likely to report identity theft than most people, according to data from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Get...

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