Consumers lost $12.5 billion to scams in 2024. Imposter scams, for example, were the most commonly reported category and claimed nearly $3 billion. To combat this growing problem, the Federal Trade ...

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has been actively combating fraudulent schemes that exploit vulnerable consumers, as highlighted by three recent announcements. These updates underscore a troubling ...

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) highlighted actions taken to protect consumers from impersonations scams since the Government and Business Impersonation Rule took effect in April 2024. Scams ...

Scams and fraud impact millions of people every year, and falling for a scam can mean losing thousands of dollars. Be Aware: 30 Scam Phone Numbers To Block and Area Codes To Avoid Try This: 4 Low-Risk ...

There is no silver lining for a victim who suffers a financial fraud attack, but federal tax law may provide a degree of ...

As the holidays approach, scammers ramp up their efforts to deceive consumers—and Central Oregonians are among the many ...

The Federal Trade Commission found that total losses due to fraud for adults older than 60 climbed to nearly $700 million in 2024. The Federal Trade Commission reported that scams targeting adults ...

Scam artists are happy to take money from anyone. But they have a tendency to focus on some groups more than others—and ...

While it’s nearly impossible to completely erase yourself, you can take control of your privacy. Removing your information ...

As holiday shopping picks up nationwide, federal agencies are urging consumers to stay alert for an increase in online scams, ...