FTC Case Leads to Order Banning Ascend Ecom and Its Owners from Business Opportunity Marketing
Discover how the FTC has banned Ascend Ecom and its owners from deceitful marketing, safeguarding consumers from fraudulent online business opportunities.
Former CEO of Voyager Digital Agrees to Ban and $2.8 Million Payment to Resolve FTC Charges
Former Voyager Digital CEO Stephen Ehrlich faces a ban and $2.8M payment after FTC charges for misleading customers about crypto deposit safety. Explore the implications.
FTC Sends $126 Million in Refunds to Fortnite Players Who Were Charged for Unwanted Items, Reopens Claims Process
The FTC is refunding $126 million to Fortnite players charged for unwanted items. Learn how to claim your refund and important dates to remember.
FTC Sends More Than $3.5 Million to Consumers Harmed by ‘The Credit Game’ Credit-Repair Scheme
The FTC has refunded over $3.5 million to victims of 'The Credit Game' credit-repair scheme, highlighting ongoing consumer protections against fraud.
Federal Trade Commission Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson Issues Statement on ‘Made in the USA’ Month
Explore FTC Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson's insights on 'Made in the USA' Month, highlighting consumer impact, quality, and the significance of supporting American-made products.
AI in Identity Theft – Emerging Threats
Identity theft is evolving, and artificial intelligence is playing a pivotal role in this transformation. You may find it alarming that AI can enhance the capabilities of cybercriminals, making it easier for them to mimic your online behavior and manipulate…
How Scammers Train AI on Your Data
Over time, your personal information has increasingly become a target for cybercriminals, leading them to exploit your data to train artificial intelligence systems. As you engage online, your behavior, preferences, and interactions can be harvested and analyzed by unscrupulous parties,…
ChatGPT Scam Alerts – What You Must Know in 2025
Most users are unaware of the increasing risks posed by scams related to ChatGPT in 2025. As AI technology continues to evolve, you may encounter fraudulent schemes that impersonate legitimate services or deceive you into sharing sensitive information. It’s vital…
Education First – Teaching Seniors About AI Scams
Seniors face *increasing threats* from AI scams that can jeopardize your financial security and personal information. With the rapid advancement of technology, it’s crucial for you to understand how these scams operate and the signs to watch for. This post…
Detecting AI‑Generated Scam Emails Quickly
You can protect yourself from AI-generated scam emails by learning to identify their telltale signs. As these scams become more sophisticated, it’s important to stay vigilant and recognize manipulative language, unfamiliar sender addresses, and unusual requests for personal information. By…