Impersonation Scams news and trends

FTC: Impersonation Scams Cost Consumers Nearly $3 Billion in 2024
Security & Fraud // April 07, 2025

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) says impersonation scams cost Americans almost $3 billion last year. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter,...

FTC Issues Proposal to Ban Impersonations as Fraud Rises
Fraud Prevention // February 15, 2024

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is proposing a new set of rules that would prohibit the impersonation of individuals. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our...

Amazon, Microsoft and India Authorities Crack Down on Impersonation Scams
Security & Fraud // October 20, 2023

Amazon and Microsoft have joined forces to protect consumers from impersonation scams, marking the first time these industry leaders have collaborated to combat tech support fraud. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

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FTC Reports Surge in Consumers’ Losses to Impersonation Scams

August 10, 2025
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FTC: Impersonation Scams Cost Consumers Nearly $3 Billion in 2024

April 07, 2025
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) says impersonation scams cost Americans almost $3 billion last year. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

FTC Issues Proposal to Ban Impersonations as Fraud Rises

February 15, 2024
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is proposing a new set of rules that would prohibit the impersonation of individuals. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

Amazon, Microsoft and India Authorities Crack Down on Impersonation Scams

October 20, 2023
Amazon and Microsoft have joined forces to protect consumers from impersonation scams, marking the first time these industry leaders have collaborated to combat tech support fraud. Get the Full Story...