FTC-PR-241106-2 (11-06-24) FTC Order Against AI-Enabled Review Platform Sitejabber Will Ensure Consumers Get Truthful and Accurate Reviews – Sitejabber allegedly misrepresented ratings and reviews submitted by consumers who had not yet received products or services The Federal Trade Commission today charged that Sitejabber, a company offering an AI-enabled consumer review platform, deceived consumers by misrepresenting […]
Month: November 2024
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FTC-PR-241106-1 (11-06-24) (FTC) Issues Order Approving 2025 Budget for Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority The Federal Trade Commission has issued an order (PDF) approving the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority’s 2025 budget as submitted to the Commission. Under the FTC’s rule addressing oversight of the Authority’s budget process, the Authority must submit its proposed annual budget to the FTC for […]
White-Collar Crime – Article
( White-Collar Crime – Article ) ( Articles )( White-Collar Crime ) White-Collar Crime (WCC) Understanding the Impact and Implications WCC refers to non-violent, financially motivated offenses committed by individuals, businesses, or government officials. These crimes are characterized by deceit, concealment, or violation of trust and typically occur in commercial settings. Understanding WCC is crucial […]
Virtual Private Network – Article
( Virtual Private Network – Article ) ( Articles ) ( Virtual Private Network ) Virtual Private Network (VPN) Your Key to Online Privacy In today’s digital age, protecting your online privacy is more important than ever. A Virtual Private Network (VPN) is a powerful tool that helps you secure your internet connection and maintain your anonymity […]
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FTC-PR-241105-1 (11-05-24) FTC Takes Action Against Online Cash Advance App Dave for Deceiving Consumers, Charging Undisclosed Fees – Federal court complaint charges that company rarely provides advertised advance amounts, charges ‘tip’ fee to consumers without their knowledge The Federal Trade Commission is taking action against online cash advance app Dave (PDF) for allegedly using misleading marketing to […]
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FTC-PR-241104-2 (11-04-24) FTC Takes Action Against Phantom Debt Collector That Collected Millions In Bogus Debt From Consumers – Federal court temporarily halts operations while lawsuit proceeds The Federal Trade Commission is taking action against a Georgia-based debt collector that tricked consumers into paying more than $7.6 million in bogus debt by threatening them with jail time, […]
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FTC-PR-241104-1 (11-04-24) FTC Sends More Than $17 Million to Consumers Harmed by Brigit’s Deceptive Claims, Junk Fees, and Confusing Cancellation Process The Federal Trade Commission is sending more than $17 million in refunds to consumers harmed by online cash advance provider Brigit, which the agency says deceived consumers with false promises of “instant” cash advances […]
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( CFPB-PR241101-1 ) (11-01-24) CFPB Takes Action to Address Townstone Financial’s Unlawful Redlining – Settlement follows a significant victory for the CFPB and its fair lending authority in the U.S. Court.f WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) filed a proposed order to resolve its case against Townstone Financial for discriminatory lending practices and redlining […]
CPSC Press Releases – Article
( CPSC Press Releases – Article ) ( Articles ) ( CPSC Press Releases ) CPSC Press Releases (CPSC-Info) Introduction The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is an independent agency of the U.S. federal government dedicated to protecting the public from unreasonable risks of injury or death associated with the use of consumer products. One of the […]
Elder Fraud – Article
( Elder Fraud – Article ) ( Articles ) (Elder Fraud) Understanding the Risks and Protecting Seniors Elder Fraud is a growing concern that affects millions of seniors each year. As the population ages, scammers are increasingly targeting older adults, exploiting their vulnerabilities and often leaving them in financially precarious situations. In this article, we […]