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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

HSBC: Tech Sector Should Help Refund APP Fraud Victims
HSBC: Tech Sector Should Help Refund APP Fraud Victims
September 24, 2024  |  Security & Fraud

British banking giant HSBC wants the tech industry’s help with new fraud reimbursement rules. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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Craigslist Founder Craig Newmark Says US ‘Under Attack’ From Hackers
Craigslist Founder Craig Newmark Says US ‘Under Attack’ From Hackers
September 18, 2024  |  Cybersecurity

Saying the United States is “under attack,” Craigslist founder Craig Newmark reportedly made a $100 million cybersecurity pledge. Get the Full Story Complete the form...

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FICO and Jersey Telecom Team to Combat APP Fraud 
FICO and Jersey Telecom Team to Combat APP Fraud 
September 18, 2024  |  Fraud Prevention

FICO is working with Jersey Telecom (JT) to push back against authorized push payment fraud. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

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FTC Gets $40 Million Settlement in Alleged Unauthorized Billing Scheme
FTC Gets $40 Million Settlement in Alleged Unauthorized Billing Scheme
September 17, 2024  |  Legal

Defendants who allegedly enrolled consumers, without their knowledge, into continuity plans for products they did not buy will forfeit assets valued at $40 million and...

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This Week in Web3: Crypto Scams and Payments Surge
This Week in Web3: Crypto Scams and Payments Surge
September 11, 2024  |  Cryptocurrency

Cryptocurrencies were created to address supposed pain points across the financial system. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

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FBI Says 50% of All Financial Fraud Losses Involve Cryptocurrency
FBI Says 50% of All Financial Fraud Losses Involve Cryptocurrency
September 09, 2024  |  Security & Fraud

The number of cryptocurrency-related complaints accounted for 10% of all financial fraud complaints but 50% of the total losses in 2023. Get the Full Story...

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UK Payments Industry Seeks Further Reduction of Fraud-Reimbursement Cap
UK Payments Industry Seeks Further Reduction of Fraud-Reimbursement Cap
September 06, 2024  |  Regulation

The payments industry in the United Kingdom is reportedly advocating for changes to fraud-reimbursement rules that are set to be enacted Oct. 7. Get the...

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Liability Remains Murky Despite Reduction in UK Push Payments Fraud Fine
Liability Remains Murky Despite Reduction in UK Push Payments Fraud Fine
September 04, 2024  |  Security & Fraud

It’s said in jurisprudence that hard cases make bad law. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

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OCC’s Hsu: Agility and Teamwork Critical as Banks Confront New Risks
OCC’s Hsu: Agility and Teamwork Critical as Banks Confront New Risks
September 04, 2024  |  Security & Fraud

Banks are confronting new, digital risks, and guarding against them demands a more agile, teamwork-focused approach. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

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