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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

CFPB Reaches $2.7 Billion Settlement With Credit Repair Firms

CFPB Reaches $2.7 Billion Settlement With Credit Repair Firms
CFPB Reaches $2.7 Billion Settlement With Credit Repair Firms
August 28, 2023  |  CFPB

America’s biggest credit repair companies could be forced to give up telemarketing. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

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Bankrupt Crypto Lender Voyager Digital Reports Possible Breach
Bankrupt Crypto Lender Voyager Digital Reports Possible Breach
August 01, 2023  |  Cryptocurrency

Bankrupt crypto lender Voyager Digital Holdings has reported a possible breach, revealing the difficulties of protecting customers from online scammers. Get the Full Story Complete the form...

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IRS Reduces Unannounced Visits Due to Increased Security Concerns
IRS Reduces Unannounced Visits Due to Increased Security Concerns
July 24, 2023  |  Cybersecurity

Unannounced visits by IRS revenue officers will be replaced with mailed letters to schedule meetings, except in a few unique circumstances. Get the Full Story Complete the...

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Worldcoin or World Con? Sam Altman’s Newest Venture Draws Skepticism
Worldcoin or World Con? Sam Altman’s Newest Venture Draws Skepticism
July 24, 2023  |  Cryptocurrency

If a technology service is free, you are the product — not the customer. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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Australia’s NAB Bars Payments to ‘High Risk’ Crypto Exchanges
Australia’s NAB Bars Payments to ‘High Risk’ Crypto Exchanges
July 17, 2023  |  Banking

National Australia Bank is blocking some cryptocurrency payments amid a nationwide wave of crypto scams. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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PYMNTS Intelligence: Why FinTechs Are Leaning Into AI to Fight Changing Fraud Threats
PYMNTS Intelligence: Why FinTechs Are Leaning Into AI to Fight Changing Fraud Threats
July 13, 2023  |  Fraud Prevention

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Senators Call for New Rules to Combat AI-Powered Scams
Senators Call for New Rules to Combat AI-Powered Scams
July 07, 2023  |  Fraud Prevention

Senators have called on regulators to protect consumers from artificial intelligence (AI)-powered scams. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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Biden Administration Proposes Rules Targeting ‘Junk Fees’ in Health Insurance
Biden Administration Proposes Rules Targeting ‘Junk Fees’ in Health Insurance
July 07, 2023  |  Legal & Regulation

The President Joe Biden administration has proposed restrictions on “junk insurance” plans that don’t meet the standards of the Affordable Care Act. Get the Full Story Complete the...

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