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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

Risk Experts Tell Congress Banks Need to Unify Against Fraud
Risk Experts Tell Congress Banks Need to Unify Against Fraud
September 18, 2025  |  Fraud Prevention

Fraudsters, aided by advanced technologies, pose a pervasive and escalating threat to the financial system, financial services and risk experts told lawmakers on Capitol Hill...

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Singapore Cracks Down on $456 Million ‘Scam Mule’ Problem
Singapore Cracks Down on $456 Million ‘Scam Mule’ Problem
September 17, 2025  |  Security & Fraud

Regulators and law enforcement agencies in Singapore are taking steps to target so-called “scam mules.” Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

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Treasury Marks 66% Jump in Scam Losses From SE Asia
Treasury Marks 66% Jump in Scam Losses From SE Asia
September 09, 2025  |  Security & Fraud

The Department of the Treasury sanctioned a network of cyber scammers based in Southeast Asia. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

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Scams Now Make Up 27% of US Banks’ Fraud Losses
Scams Now Make Up 27% of US Banks’ Fraud Losses
September 02, 2025  |  Security & Fraud

Fraudsters are borrowing from growth marketers’ playbooks. They’re segmenting, personalizing and timing their outreach to lure more victims in less time. Get the Full Story...

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FCA Cautions Against Rise of Impersonation Scams
FCA Cautions Against Rise of Impersonation Scams
August 27, 2025  |  Fraud Attack

England’s financial watchdog wants residents to be wary of fraudsters impersonating the agency. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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Scammers Employ AI to Build Fake Versions of Real Websites
Scammers Employ AI to Build Fake Versions of Real Websites
August 20, 2025  |  artificial intelligence

Cybercriminals reportedly have a new tool to trick consumers: convincing fakes of real websites. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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FTC Reports Surge in Consumers’ Losses to Impersonation Scams
FTC Reports Surge in Consumers’ Losses to Impersonation Scams
August 10, 2025  |  Fraud Attack

Have you ever gotten a text about an unpaid toll? Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

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FTC Reports Surge in Consumers’ Losses to Impersonation Scams
FTC Reports Surge in Consumers’ Losses to Impersonation Scams
August 08, 2025  |  Fraud Attack

A growing number of older adults are losing large sums of money to impersonation scams, according to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Get the Full...

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FinCEN Sounds Warning on Virtual Currency Kiosk Scams
FinCEN Sounds Warning on Virtual Currency Kiosk Scams
August 04, 2025  |  Security & Fraud

The Treasury Department is warning financial institutions to watch for scams involving convertible virtual currency (CVC) kiosks. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

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