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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

Mastercard Launches Program to Support Cybersecurity Startups
Mastercard Launches Program to Support Cybersecurity Startups
July 01, 2025  |  Payment Methods

Mastercard has expanded its startup engagement program with a focus on cybersecurity. The company’s Start Path initiative now includes a “Security Solutions” program dedicated to...

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Federal Agencies Say Iran-Linked Hackers May Target US Firms
Federal Agencies Say Iran-Linked Hackers May Target US Firms
June 30, 2025  |  Cybersecurity

Four federal agencies said Monday (June 30) that fraudsters linked to Iran may launch cyberattacks on organizations in the United States, especially those involved with...

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Know Your Sector, Know Your Scam: eCommerce Fraud in 2025
Know Your Sector, Know Your Scam: eCommerce Fraud in 2025
June 30, 2025  |  Cybersecurity

Across today’s online marketplaces, understanding the customer isn’t enough. eCommerce firms need to also understand the criminal. Whether it’s bogus chargebacks plaguing fashion retailers, artificial...

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Scattered Spider Hackers Reportedly Targeting Airline Industry
Scattered Spider Hackers Reportedly Targeting Airline Industry
June 29, 2025  |  Cybersecurity

The hacking group Scattered Spider could be trying to trap airlines in its web. The FBI is warning that it had “recently observed” cyberattacks that...

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Block Stops $2 Billion in Cash App Fraud by Alerting Customers to Scams
Block Stops $2 Billion in Cash App Fraud by Alerting Customers to Scams
June 26, 2025  |  Cybersecurity

Watch more: Block Stops $2 Billion in Cash App Fraud by Alerting Customers to Scams There are signs that the good guys are gaining momentum...

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Nacha Updates Resources to Help Financial Institutions Protect Seniors From Fraud
Nacha Updates Resources to Help Financial Institutions Protect Seniors From Fraud
June 12, 2025  |  Fraud Prevention

Nacha’s Payments Innovation Alliance has updated two of the tools it offers to help financial institutions protect older Americans from financial fraud. To help financial institutions...

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UK Fraud Cases Jump 12% as Criminals Find New Scams
UK Fraud Cases Jump 12% as Criminals Find New Scams
May 28, 2025  |  Cybersecurity

Fraud reports continue to climb in the United Kingdom despite legislative victories. Last year saw 3.3 million reported cases of fraud in the U.K., a...

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Singapore Considers Caning as Scams Jump 70%
Singapore Considers Caning as Scams Jump 70%
May 26, 2025  |  Cybersecurity

How bad has Singapore’s scamming problem gotten? Authorities are considering corporal punishment for offenders. “We believe in caning as a strong deterrent,” Loretta Yuen, chair...

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UK Investment Association Warns of Rise in ‘Cloning Scams’
UK Investment Association Warns of Rise in ‘Cloning Scams’
May 18, 2025  |  Cybersecurity

A British investment group is warning consumers about the proliferation of “cloning scams.” As The Investment Association (IA) said in a report last week, these...

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