Government and private sector officials will discuss effective scam prevention methods in the meeting. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced an online meeting of the Scams Against Older…
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10 States Join FTC Suit Against “Sham” Cancer Charity
The organization raised over $18 million over 5 years only providing 1 percent to cancer patients. This week, ten states joined the Federal Trade Commission in suing the…
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FCC Enhances Partnership with UK on Robocalls and Privacy
The partnership’s focus addresses risks from cyber criminals. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the United Kingdom’s Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) have formally partnered to safeguard consumer privacy…
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CISA Opens Zero Trust Cybersecurity Office
The entity will offer training and resources for other federal agencies. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) launched the Zero Trust Initiative Office last week, expanding cybersecurity…
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FTC Proposes Ban on Individual AI Impersonation as Fraud Concerns Rise
The agency is also looking to strengthen its enforcement against scammers. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has requested public feedback on a proposed rule that would prohibit individual…
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FCC Outlaws AI-Voiced Robocalls
Immediately updates policy after fake Biden voice called New Hampshire voters The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) voted unanimously to outlaw robocalls that feature fake voices created by artificial…
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DOT Supports FTC Protections Against Predatory Towing
The department urged the FTC to implement additional restrictions curbing junk fees. The Department of Transportation expressed support for policies banning junk fees, especially with regard to the…
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FTC Delays Implementation of CARS Rule Amid Legal Challenge
Industry groups had requested a stay of the rule during litigation. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has delayed the implementation of the Combatting Auto Retail Scams (CARS) Rule…
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White House “Swatted” with False Fire Call
Anonymous call falsely mobilizes law enforcement, which is a growing trend. The White House became the latest victim of the increasing practice of “swatting” on Monday when an…
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FCC Issues Robotext Rule and Closes Robocall Loophole
The agency chair says they need to “find every way under the law to stop these junk robocalls and robotexts.“ The Federal Communications Commission has proposed a rule…
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