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Oct 22, 2026	Reported fraud losses among older Americans hit $3 billion in 2025 as losses of at least six figures surge, FTC report says	The fraud losses reported by consumers age 60 and older were up 25% in 2025 from 2024, a report from the Federal Trade Commission shows. The number of victims reporting losses of at least $100,000 rose nearly sixfold to 6,769 in 2025 from 1...
Sep 29, 2026	What Parents Should Look for in a Child Identity Theft Protection Service in 2026	Share Share Share Share Email Child identity theft can be hard to spot because kids usually don’t have financial accounts that would quickly flag fraud. Javelin Strategy & Research’s 2024 Child & Family Cybersecurity Study found tha...
Sep 15, 2026	2026-55 DEPARTMENT OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL WARNS PUBLIC TO BE ALERT FOR SCAMS FOLLOWING HURRICANE LOWELL	STATE OF HAWAIʻI KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR KE KIAʻĀINA DEPARTMENT OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL KA ʻOIHANA O KA LOIO KUHINA ANNE LOPEZ ATTORNEY GENERAL LOIO KUHINA DEPARTMENT OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL WARNS PUBLIC TO BE ALER...
Sep 4, 2026	RFK Jr. Wants Your Medical Records	This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. Read the original article. You might assume that what you tell a doctor stays between you, your physician and perhaps your insurer. But the reality is more ...
Sep 4, 2026	Hertz Customers Face Second Vendor Breach in 14 Months; Class Action Opens	By Clayton Lewis Published: Sep 04 2026, 6:18 AM EDT Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn Share on Reddit Share on Flipboard
Sep 3, 2026	Crypto Wallet Key Proves Access, Not Wealth: Katie Price Found $3, Not $50M	By Scott McCain Published: Sep 03 2026, 6:04 AM EDT Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn Share on Reddit Share on Flipboard
Aug 25, 2026	Carr Returns Stolen Crypto to Investment Fraud Victim in Cobb County	COBB COUNTY, GA – Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr today announced that his White Collar and Cyber Crime Unit has seized and returned cryptocurrency to a victim of an investment scam in Cobb County. Just last week, Carr announced the sei...
Aug 17, 2026	Carr Announces Seizure and Return of Cryptocurrency to Elderly Fraud Victims in Oconee County	OCONEE COUNTY, GA – Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr today announced that his White Collar and Cyber Crime Unit has seized and returned cryptocurrency to elderly fraud victims in Oconee County. “Our White Collar and Cyber Crime Unit is o...
Aug 13, 2026	Arbileo Advisory Issues a warning about the rise of task scams	Share Share Share Share Email WARNING: The Rise of Task Job Scams Online – How They Work, Red Flags, and What to Do If You Fall VictimGlobal / Online – [Current Date]– In an era where remote work is increasingly popular and millions of peop...
Aug 8, 2026	Jaden Newman Tests TAKE IT DOWN Act: 48-Hour Platform Rights, Leak Sites Exempt	By Jackie Manning Published: Aug 08 2026, 6:10 AM EDT Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn Share on Reddit Share on Flipboard
Jul 31, 2026	BACK TO CAMPUS ALERT: The NYS Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection Provides Scam Prevention and Dorm Safety Tips for Students Heading to Campus	Published July 30, 2026 Students Can Use These Simple but Effective Ways to Prevent Identity Theft and Avoid Scams and Other Safety Risks as They Start the New Academic Year Secretary Mosley: “Whether students are heading back to campus for...
Jul 22, 2026	Chick-fil-A One Data Breach: Credential Stuffing Hits Loyalty App a Second Time	By Philip Nickell Published: Jul 22 2026, 6:07 PM EDT Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn Share on Reddit Share on Flipboard
Jul 19, 2026	EY Tax Data Stolen Through Third-Party Help-Desk Platform, Four States Notified	By Clayton Lewis Published: Jul 19 2026, 10:30 AM EDT Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn Share on Reddit Share on Flipboard
Jul 11, 2026	Social Engineering Fraud Snares 142,000 Victims: INTERPOL’s Stop-Payment Tool Hits Crypto Wall	By Terrence Hill Published: Jul 11 2026, 6:04 AM EDT Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn Share on Reddit Share on Flipboard
Jul 10, 2026	Protecting Against Vehicle Thefts	During Vehicle Theft Prevention Month, Governor Kathy Hochul today urged New Yorkers to take steps to protect their vehicles from theft. In the first six months of this year, investigators for the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles...
Jul 10, 2026	Be Alert to Fraud After a Disaster	BATON ROUGE, La. –Louisiana survivors should be aware that con artists and criminals may try to obtain money or steal personal information through fraud or identity theft after Tropical Storm Arthur that occurred June 17-18. In some cases, ...
Jul 4, 2026	AI Phishing Scams Jumped 14x: How to Spot Smishing, QR Fraud, and Voice Clones	By Richard L. Wells Published: Jul 04 2026, 12:17 PM EDT Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn Share on Reddit Share on Flipboard
Jun 5, 2026	IMMIGRATION LAWYERS SLAM SCAMMERS STEALING THEIR IDENTITIES AND OFFERING FRAUDULENT SERVICES	Immigration attorney Angel Leal Jr.’s face changes when he talks about how his life has changed since he became a victim of identity theft. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content....
Jun 5, 2026	Strategic Education Data Breach Exposes SSNs of 111,706 Confirmed Victims	By Chase Fiorini Published: Jun 05 2026, 13:26 PM EDT Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn Share on Reddit Share on Flipboard
Jun 3, 2026	CONSUMER ALERT: New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection Provides Tips for Consumers to Avoid Funeral Fraud and End-of-Life Identity Theft	The New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection is warning consumers of funeral fraud and end-of-life identity theft, sometimes called “ghosting” or obituary scams. This type of fraud encompasses a wide range of deceptive...
May 29, 2026	India Phone Scam Busted in Goa: 26 Arrested for Spoofing US Bank Calls to Demand Gift Cards	By Scott McCain Published: May 29 2026, 10:15 AM EDT Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn Share on Reddit Share on Flipboard
May 29, 2026	Fake Party Invitation Phishing Scam Spoofs Google and Microsoft OAuth Logins: FTC Warns	By Scott McCain Published: May 29 2026, 06:56 AM EDT Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn Share on Reddit Share on Flipboard
May 29, 2026	OSA Weekly Update - 5/29/2026	1. Message from Auditor Blaha 2. Fire Relief Associations: Pension Bill Signed into Law! 3. Avoiding Pitfall: Phising Scams 4. Job Openings 5. Deadlines 1. Message from Auditor Blaha Announcement! If you didn’t notice last week, the OSA now...
May 19, 2026	FTC Begins Enforcing the TAKE IT DOWN Act	The Federal Trade Commission today began enforcing the TAKE IT DOWN Act (TIDA), a law requiring platforms, at the request of victims, to remove intimate photos or videos shared online without victims’ consent. As part of its enforcement rol...
May 13, 2026	Capital One files lawsuit against alleged ‘scam campaign’ operators — for trademark infringement	Capital One filed a lawsuit Tuesday against “persons and/or entities of unknown identity” that it alleges infringed the bank’s trademarks in “scam campaigns.” Capital One is using trademark law to bring the lawsuit. About 70% of Americans h...
Apr 27, 2026	New FTC Data Show People Have Lost Billions to Social Media Scams	New data from the Federal Trade Commission show that, in 2025, nearly 30% of people who reported losing money to a scam said that it started on social media, with reported losses reaching a staggering $2.1 billion. Social media scams produc...
Apr 17, 2026	DEPT. OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL URGES CAUTION AND VERIFY CHARITIES WHEN DONATING TO KONA LOW DISASTER RELIEF EFFORTS	STATE OF HAWAIʻI KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR KE KIAʻĀINA DEPARTMENT OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL KA ʻOIHANA O KA LOIO KUHINA ANNE LOPEZ ATTORNEY GENERAL DEPARTMENT OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL URGES CAUTION AND VERIFY CHARITIES ...
Mar 6, 2026	National Consumer Protection Week is March 1-7	March 4, 2026 Salem – In observation of National Consumer Protection Week, the Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DFR) is partnering with local and national agencies to empower consumers to avoid, report, and recover from fraud. “Fina...
Mar 6, 2026	National Consumer Protection Week is March 1-7	In observation of National Consumer Protection Week, the Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DFR) is partnering with local and national agencies to empower consumers to avoid, report, and recover from fraud. “Financial fraud is an incr...
Mar 6, 2026	Attorney General Jackley Urges "National Slam the Slam Observance Day" to Urge Consumers to Remain Cautious About Scams	FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, March 4, 2026 Contact: Tony Mangan, Communications Director, 605-773-6878 PIERRE, S.D. – South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley encourages consumers to remain vigilant against scammers who impersonate ...
Mar 5, 2026	It’s a Grand Slam: Attorney General Bonta Urges Californians to Beware of Scams on Seventh Annual Slam the Scam Day	OAKLAND — California Attorney General Rob Bonta, in observance of the Seventh Annual Slam the Scam Day, today issued a consumer alert warning Californians to beware of Social Security-related scams and other government imposter scams. In a ...
Mar 2, 2026	DFI Joins Local, State, and National Partners to Raise Awareness and Improve Fraud Prevention During National Consumer Protection Week, March 1–7	State regulator urges people to pause before paying – scammers prey on urgent, immediate, and emergency-focused language to trick people into sending money Olympia – The Washington State Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) – joins ou...
Feb 18, 2026	How to Protect Your Computer From Malware for Free Using Built-In Tools and Smart Practices	By Glanze Patrick Published: Feb 18 2026, 04:36 AM EST Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn Share on Reddit Share on Flipboard
Dec 26, 2025	Why Businesses Should Use a GS1 QR Code for Product Authentication and Warranties	Share Share Share Share Email GS1 Paid Counterfeit products and warranty fraud are two sides of the same problem—one hurts consumers, and the other hurts manufacturers and retailers. Fake products flood the market, tricking buyers into spen...
Dec 3, 2025	FBI Flags Rising Holiday Scams Spreading Across Email, Social, and Web	Image generated with Google Gemini Scammers are decking the halls early this year, popping up everywhere from inboxes to fake storefronts. The FBI warns that this year’s surge in fraud is spreading across all major consumer channels. In a n...
Nov 18, 2025	New Social Security scam uses ‘high pressure’ scare tactics. What to watch for	A new scheme seeks to convince individuals that their Social Security numbers may be suspended due to criminal activities, the Office of the Inspector General for the Social Security Administration said in a recent warning. Consumers report...
Oct 24, 2025	Car prices hit an average of $50,000 for the first time—here’s how much you’d pay per month	New-car prices have never been higher. The average sale price reached $50,080 in September, marking the first time it has topped $50,000, according to Kelley Blue Book. The milestone came as shoppers rushed to buy electric vehicles before a...
Oct 15, 2025	Stay Cyber Safe: October Is Cybersecurity Awareness Month	October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month — a time to strengthen our digital defenses and build a safer, more resilient Oregon. The Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM) joins partners across the nation in recognizing Cybersecurity...
Sep 26, 2025	South Carolina Secretary of State Mark Hammond joins the FTC and 21 Other State Agencies to Stop Deceptive Cancer Charity Fundraising Scheme	Kars-R-Us.com and its operators raised millions but only a fraction of donations went to fund breast cancer screenings, FTC and state agencies allege. (COLUMBIA, SC) – Today, Secretary of State Mark Hammond announced that his office joined ...
Sep 11, 2025	Operators of Student Loan Forgiveness Scam Will Be Permanently Banned from Debt Relief Industry, Ordered to Turn Over Assets	Eric Caldwell and David Hernandez will be permanently banned from the debt relief industry and required to turn over their assets to resolve Federal Trade Commission charges that they helped operate an illegal student loan debt-relief opera...
Aug 19, 2025	Daily cybersecurity tips to keep your devices safe	Table of contents cybersecurity myths you should stop believing 3 steps to build a strong cybersecurity checklist How to take care of your devices and data How to stay safe on social media and public Wi-Fi daily cybersecurity checklist Thes...
Aug 12, 2025	Bad credit triggers a ‘subprime tax,’ Bankrate says — over decades, it can cost borrowers $100,000	Americans with a credit score of 620 or below pay what Bankrate calls a “subprime tax” that amounts to $3,400 per year, according to its new report. The “subprime tax” comes in the form of higher interest rates on products such as mortgages...
Aug 8, 2025	Imposter scams cost older adults $700 million in 2024, FTC finds: Some victims are ‘clearing out’ their 401(k)s	Americans age 60 and older are reporting being victims of imposter scams in increasing numbers, according to the Federal Trade Commission. They sometimes lose all the savings held in a bank account or 401(k), the agency said. There are ways...
Aug 8, 2025	Be Aware of Jury Scams	On August 4th, 2025, the Federal Trade Commission issued a Consumer Alert that scammers are using new techniques to trick people into providing personal information in an effort to steal individual private information and steal people'...
Aug 7, 2025	FTC Data Show a More Than Four-Fold Increase in Reports of Impersonation Scammers Stealing Tens and Even Hundreds of Thousands from Older Adults	New analysis from the Federal Trade Commission shows a more than four-fold increase since 2020 in reports from older adults who say they lost $10,000 or more—sometimes their entire life savings—to scammers who impersonate trusted government...
Jul 30, 2025	Don’t fall for scam texts using ADOT Motor Vehicle Division logo	PHOENIX – Scam texts are now taking a multimedia approach to make you think you owe money to the Arizona Department of Transportation – or, in this case, the nonexistent Arizona Department of Motor Vehicles. Some scammers are adding an ADOT...
Jul 27, 2025	‘Quishing’ scams dupe millions of Americans as cybercriminals turn the QR code bad	To join the CNBC Technology Executive Council, go to cnbccouncils.com/tec Almost three-quarters of Americans (73%) scan QR codes without verification, and more than 26 million have already been directed to malicious sites, according to Nord...
Jun 11, 2025	Beware of new text scam: ADOT isn’t after you for unpaid tickets	PHOENIX – That isn’t the Arizona Department of Transportation pinging your phone to demand payment for “an outstanding traffic ticket.” Some Arizonans are understandably contacting ADOT about a scam text that begins “Arizona Department of T...
Jun 3, 2025	FTC Sends Warning Letters to Prescribers Regarding Possible Violations of the Contact Lens Rule	Staff of the Federal Trade Commission sent 37 letters to contact lens prescribers warning them of potential violations of the agency’s Contact Lens Rule. Staff also sent a letter to Spectrum Vision Partners, LLC, stating that the FTC is clo...
May 23, 2025	Trump’s student loan policies will be harsh reality for struggling American borrowers, new report says—how you may be affected	Former President Joe Biden’s administration aimed to lower Americans’ monthly student debt payments and maximize loan forgiveness opportunities. President Donald Trump’s administration seems more focused on ensuring all those loans are repa...
May 21, 2025	Attorney General Ford Joins Federal Trade Commission in Taking Action Against IM Mastery Academy for Deceiving Consumers	Complaint alleges that the investment training operation, currently known as IYOVIA, has taken more than $1.2 billion from consumers since 2018 Carson City, NV – Today, Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford announces the State of Nevada and...
May 16, 2025	This spring season, protect your Personally Identifiable Information (PII)	During spring, many Veterans and beneficiaries are busy cleaning house. Spring is also a good time to clean more than your home by reducing paper and disposing of outdated electronic devices. While navigating what to keep and what to dispos...
Apr 25, 2025	The Digital Minefield: Navigating Identity Theft and Job Scams in 2025	In the age of information, our identities are as fragile as glass. One crack, and everything can shatter. As we dive deeper into the digital realm, the threats multiply. Identity theft and job scams are two of the most pressing issues facin...
Apr 23, 2025	Why your phone’s blowing up with scam job offers	Your phone might be inundated with texts offering you a job these days. However, the Federal Trade Commission says many of those job offers aren’t from legitimate companies — they are from scammers. Many people have already lost millions to...
Apr 2, 2025	VA fights back against predatory claims-assistance practices	WASHINGTON — During National Consumer Protection Week, Feb. 28-March 6, the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) is raising public awareness about a tool to protect Veterans and claimants from companies who may be targeting them or their pote...
Mar 17, 2025	The Toll of Deception: Navigating the Rise of Text Scams	In the digital age, scams evolve faster than a speeding bullet. One of the latest threats is the toll text scam, a clever ruse that preys on unsuspecting victims. It’s a digital landmine, waiting to explode in the hands of the unprepared. R...
Mar 15, 2025	Americans lost $5.7 billion to investment scams in 2024, FTC says. Here’s how to protect yourself	Americans reported losing $5.7 billion to investment scams in 2024, according to the Federal Trade Commission. The typical victim lost more than $9,000 on average. “Pig-butchering scams” are a common investment fraud whereby scammers develo...
Mar 13, 2025	'They Are Getting Victims to Pay': Toll Text Scams Are On the Rise and Apple and Android Appear Powerless Against It Hackers are finding ways to get around safety measures.	More people than ever are receiving text messages warning them that if they don't pay their toll bill by a certain date, they could face a fine and lose their driver's license. These scams are not just more common — they're a...
Mar 2, 2025	Getting a lot of unwanted phone calls? Here are ways to stop them	Phone settings Smartphone users can turn on some built-in settings to combat unknown calls. Apple advises iPhone users to turn on the Silence Unknown Callers feature. Go to your “Settings,” then scroll down to “Apps,” and then to “Phone,” w...
Feb 11, 2025	Business \| 5 ways to protect your bank account from identity theft	Whether a fraudster uses another person’s information to make unauthorized purchases, receive money or receive medical care, identity theft usually takes place for some form of financial gain. A consumer’s first indication of becoming a vic...
Feb 6, 2025	Credit Repair Expert Bill Lewis on Child Identity Theft: Growing Risks and Solutions	Bill Lewis of William E. Lewis, Jr. & Associates #IDTheftWeek Protect Your Child From Identity Theft According to the 2023 Child Identity Fraud Study by Javelin Strategy & Research, more than 915,000 children in the U.S. were victim...
Jan 23, 2025	TDCI Highlights Consumer Protection Tips During Identity Theft Awareness Week (Jan. 27 – Jan. 31, 2025)	NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance’s (TDCI) Securities Division is highlighting Identity Theft Awareness Week (Jan. 27 - Jan. 31, 2025) in order to help Tennessee consumers avoid identity thieves’ tricks and tr...
Jan 13, 2025	Business \| 8 ways to get free financial advice	2. Online brokers Many online brokers, like Charles Schwab, E-Trade and Fidelity, offer robust educational resources, which can be particularly helpful for new investors. While brokers naturally cover investing topics, the information they ...
Jan 3, 2025	Attorney General Bird and Department of Public Safety Warn Public of Rise in “Grandparent Scams”	DES MOINES—Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird and the Department of Public Safety are warning Iowans to be aware of a new wave of “grandparent scams.” Several Iowa communities throughout the state have recently reported efforts by criminal g...
Dec 20, 2024	Some Telemarketing Lists Are Garbage. Here’s How to Check	In theory, telemarketing lists are great. Pay for a spreadsheet full of leads instead of doing the insanely labor-intensive work of getting that information yourself. Any decent call center dialer enables a rep to have a hundred conversatio...
Nov 27, 2024	FTC Takes Aim at Top Fraud Driving Losses Among Older Americans	The Federal Trade Commission has approved final amendments to its Telemarketing Sales Rule (TSR) that will extend the rule’s coverage to so-called “inbound” telemarketing calls made for technical support services. These would include calls ...
Nov 27, 2024	Bitcoin Price Predictions: What's Shaping its Future? Bitcoin is the first and most popular decentralized cryptocurrency in the digital asset market that sits within a public distributed ledger known as a blockchain where crypto enthusiasts and experts can invest, mine, and trade the asset clas...	Among the values of all digital asset classes, Bitcoin price remains the most unpredictable on the cryptocurrency market. As investors prepare for the currency's boost following a successful halving event, there are integral prediction...
Nov 19, 2024	The 6 Best Free Antivirus Software Providers for Mac in 2024	Best overall: BitdefenderBest cleanup utility: MalwarebytesBest for free add-on features: AviraBest for detecting viruses in removable media: AVGBest for beginners: AvastBest for free utilities: Total AV Many Mac users wonder if they need e...
Oct 23, 2024	Navigating the Cybersecurity Maze: Protecting Yourself from Scams	In a world where technology reigns supreme, the shadows of deception lurk around every digital corner. Cybersecurity Awareness Month shines a spotlight on the dangers that can ensnare the unwary. Scammers are like wolves in sheep's clo...
Oct 22, 2024	October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Here’s how to stay safe from scams	Know scammers’ tactics Three common tactics used by scammers are based on fear, urgency and money, said security expert Petros Efstathopoulos. Here’s how they work: — Fear When a scammer contacts you via phone or email, they use language th...
Oct 21, 2024	The 6 Best Antivirus Software Providers for Mac in 2024	Best overall: BitdefenderBest for supplemental threat detection: MalwarebytesBest free antivirus for Mac: AvastBest for large companies: ESETBest customizable AV: AviraBest lightweight antivirus app: Surfshark People often ask if Macs reall...
Oct 19, 2024	October Consumer Connection	National Public Data, a background-check company, exposed the personal information of nearly 3 billion individuals in a data breach that leaked personal data to the dark web. The Company scrapes personal information from non-public sources,...
Oct 18, 2024	FTC Issues Annual Report to Congress on Agency’s Actions to Protect Older Adults	The Federal Trade Commission has issued its latest report to Congress on protecting older adults, which highlights key trends based on fraud reports by older adults, and the FTC’s multipronged efforts to combat the problem through law enfor...
Sep 9, 2024	Tips To Help Streamline Business Operations	Businesses need to maintain a high level of agility and efficiency to stay ahead of the competition. One sure way of achieving this is by harnessing the power of technology, which will streamline operations. You have tech innovations to rev...
Sep 3, 2024	The 6 Best Antivirus Software Options for Windows in 2024	Best overall: Bitdefender GravityZone Best for multi-layered protection: ESET PROTECT Best managed detection and response: Malwarebytes ThreatDown Best for small businesses: Avast Best for custom security bundles: Trend Vision One from Tren...
Aug 14, 2024	TN AG’s Division of Consumer Affairs Issues Scam Alert	Beware of government imposters Wednesday, August 14, 2024 \| 03:15pm NASHVILLE — The Tennessee Attorney General’s Office is warning consumers about two recently reported government imposter scams: Jury Duty Scam: Scammers may pose as court o...
Aug 8, 2024	FEMA Crews Hit Streets in Kentucky to Help Those Affected by May 21-27 Severe Weather	FRANKFORT, Ky. – Kentucky residents are starting to see FEMA’s crews in neighborhoods helping those affected by the May 21-27 severe weather apply for federal disaster assistance and to identify needs within communities. FEMA Disaster Survi...
Aug 7, 2024	DC Health Warns of Health Professional License Scam	DC Health is warning the public of an ongoing scam in which scammers are impersonating DC Health representatives and other government officials in a phone, email and fax scam. Scammers are contacting health professionals via phone, email, o...
Aug 1, 2024	July Consumer Connection	A strong password to protect your accounts is not enough to stay safe. For additional protection, the Federal Trade Commission recommends two-factor authentication. Spend a few minutes now to learn about two-factor authentication and how to...
Jul 22, 2024	15 Safety Tips When Making Transactions Online	Online transactions offer convenience but pose security risks that require attention. Ensuring the safety of personal and financial information is crucial to avoiding fraud and identity theft. Key practices include using strong, unique pass...
Jul 9, 2024	Attorney General Bonta Shares Resources for Consumers Following the Change Healthcare Cyberattack	Change Healthcare is offering free credit monitoring and identity theft protections for two years to those impacted by the breach OAKLAND — California Attorney General Rob Bonta today issued a consumer alert sharing consumer protection reso...
Jul 9, 2024	Nevada Attorney General Shares Resources Available to Consumers Following the Change Healthcare (a Unit of UnitedHealth) Cyberattack	Las Vegas, NV – Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford announced that he and his Bureau of Consumer Protection are sharing consumer protection reminders and raising awareness about the availability of free credit monitoring and identity thef...
Jul 9, 2024	Attorney General Josh Stein Shares Security Tips After Change Healthcare Cyberattack	For Immediate Release: Tuesday, July 9, 2024 Contact: Nazneen Ahmed (919) 716-0060 (RALEIGH) Attorney General Josh Stein today reminded North Carolinians to secure their information following Change Healthcare’s February data breach. The to...
Jul 9, 2024	Attorney General Aaron M. Frey Shares Resources Available to Consumers Following the Change Healthcare Cyberattack	MAINE, July 9 - Back to current news. July 9, 2024 Attorney Generals Office FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Danna Hayes [email protected] Attorney General Aaron M. Frey Shares Resources Available to Consumers Following the Change Healthc...
Jul 8, 2024	New cyberattack targets iPhone Apple IDs. Here's how to protect your data.	Pig butchering scams are on the rise. How you can protect yourself Pig butchering scams are on the rise. How you can protect yourself 05:03 A new cyberattack is targeting iPhone users, with criminals attempting to obtain individuals' A...
Jun 12, 2024	Seventeen Federal Agencies Recognize Decade of Federal Progress Addressing Elder Abuse	Elder Justice Coordinating Council Meeting Highlighted Federal Efforts to Prevent and Respond to Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Targeting Older Adults At a meeting of the Elder Justice Coordinating Council on Wednesday, June 12, 17 federa...
Apr 17, 2024	FTC Action Leads to Industry Ban for Ringleader of Student Loan Debt Relief Scam	The ringleader of a student loan debt relief scam will be permanently banned from the debt relief industry and is required to turn over assets as part of a settlement with the Federal Trade Commission. The settlement with Marco Manzi resolv...
Apr 4, 2024	Oregon Division of Financial Regulation encourages consumers to check with their insurance carriers about lowering premiums if credit improves	April 4, 2024 Salem – The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DFR) has issued a $200,000 fine against State Farm after the company failed to send notices over the past six years informing its insureds of their ability to request an ann...
Apr 2, 2024	What customers should know about AT&T's massive data breach	Millions of current and former AT&T customers learned over the weekend that hackers have likely stolen their personal information and are sharing it on the dark web. AT&T on Saturday said it doesn't know if the massive data bre...
Mar 28, 2024	Red Flags To Help Identify Online Job Scams In An Era Of Artificial Intelligence And Deepfakes	Share Tweet Share Share Email Widespread layoffs fueled by the pandemic and turbulent economic conditions have been affecting workers everywhere, only leading to more of them desperate to find employment or take up part-time work while sear...
Mar 22, 2024	FTC, Canadian Law Enforcement Agencies Cooperate on Public Outreach to Combat Cross-Border Fraud	As it celebrates Fraud Prevention Month, the Federal Trade Commission is joining with consumer protection and law enforcement agencies from the United States and Canada to engage in public outreach aimed at combatting fraud. The agencies ma...
Mar 21, 2024	March 2024 DFPI Consumer Connection	Throughout Women’s History Month, the DFPI is recognizing women across California who are working to eliminate gender bias and discrimination in the financial marketplace. The DFPI is not just California’s financial regulator, we’re here to...
Mar 19, 2024	Federal Trade Commission Warns of Scammers Pretending to be Agency Staff	The Federal Trade Commission is warning the public that scammers are pretending to be affiliated with the FTC to steal consumers’ hard-earned money. The FTC will never tell consumers to move their money to “protect” it. The FTC will never s...
Mar 13, 2024	Safeguarding your finances: A guide to protecting yourself from fraud	(BPT) - In today's digital age, the growing portion of our lives taking place online has led to an increased risk of fraud. Cybercriminals are getting smarter and constantly finding new ways to exploit vulnerabilities. In fact, 2023 wa...
Mar 11, 2024	FTC, 10 States Take Action Against Operator of Sham Cancer Charity for Deceiving Donors	The Federal Trade Commission and 10 states are suing sham charity Cancer Recovery Foundation International, also known as Women’s Cancer Fund, and its operator, Gregory B. Anderson, for deceiving generous donors who sought to offer financia...
Mar 4, 2024	Attorney General Hilgers Announces National Consumer Protection Week	Lincoln -- In recognition of National Consumer Protection Week, Attorney General Mike Hilgers is encouraging Nebraskans to take proactive steps to safeguard their personal information and online accounts. Because of the frequency of online ...
Mar 1, 2024	FTC and Partners Kick Off National Consumer Protection Week 2024	As part of National Consumer Protection Week (NPCW), the Federal Trade Commission and its partners, including consumer organizations, national advocacy organizations, and other federal, state, and local government agencies will participate ...
Feb 21, 2024	RELEASE: Hawai‘i Digital Currency Innovation Lab To Conclude	Posted on Jan 25, 2024 in DFI, Main, News Releases DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS KA ʻOIHANA PILI KĀLEPA JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR \| KE KIAʻĀINA NADINE Y. ANDO DIRECTOR \| KA LUNA HOʻOKELE IRIS IKEDA BANKING COMMISSIONER FOR IMM...
Feb 21, 2024	You'll soon need a driver's license or passport to get a blue checkmark on Tinder — and take a selfie to prove it's you	Tech You'll soon need a driver's license or passport to get a blue checkmark on Tinder — and take a selfie to prove it's you Ana Altchek 2024-02-20T21:30:15Z Share icon An curved arrow pointing right. Share Facebook Icon The ...

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