The agency says a fake police officer threatens targets at U.S. universities with arrest for financial fraud. Officials from the Philadelphia office of the U.S. Federal Bureau of…
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FTC Issues Alert Regarding “Protect Your Money“ Scams
The agency stated, “No one from the government will ever tell you to buy and deliver gold bars, move your money, or give cash to anyone.“ The Federal…
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FTC Increases Enforcement of Impersonation Rule
First-year actions under Impersonation Rule led to legal cases and website takedowns amid nearly $3 billion in reported losses. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has increased enforcement of…
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FTC Reports Decrease in Robocalls
The agency highlights progress in addressing telemarketing scams. The Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) latest National Do Not Call Registry Data Book for Fiscal Year 2024 shows a reduction…
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FTC Seeks to End Student Loan Debt Relief Scam
A federal court freezes assets in the agency’s first case under the Impersonation Rule. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has taken action against a student loan debt relief…
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Consumer losses nearly double in 2023, prompting federal agencies to raise awareness and combat deceptive tactics The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently released data showing an increase in…
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