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Email or social media hacked? Here’s what to do Hackers target your email and social media accounts to steal your personal information. Like your username and password, bank or credit card account numbers, or Social Security number. If they get it, they use it to commit identity theft, spread malware, or scam other people. So, what are signs that...

Register today for an action-oriented National Town Hall on Scams & Older Adults on October 30, 1:00–2:00 p.m. Eastern.

National Town Hall on Scams and Older Adults | Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Older adults, families, and professionals who work with older adults are invited to a National Town Hall on Scams & Older Adults, presented by the CFPB, AARP, and FDIC.

Scammers aren’t just after your data. They want your hard-earned cash, too. Here are some common scams to watch out for.

Three ways scammers try to steal your money We recently shared advice to help you safeguard the personal information in your accounts, on your computer, and on your phone to protect it from identity theft. But scammers aren’t just after your data. They want your hard-earned cash, too. Here are some common scams to watch out for.

The final rule announced today is part of the FTC’s ongoing review of its 1973 Negative Option Rule, which the agency is modernizing to combat unfair or deceptive practices related to subscriptions, memberships, and other recurring-payment programs in an increasingly digital economy where it’s easier than ever for businesses to sign up consumers for their products and services.

Federal Trade Commission Announces Final “Click-to-Cancel” Rule Making It Easier for Consumers to End Recurring Subscriptions and Memberships The Federal Trade Commission today announced a

If you’re a Marriott customer, here’s what the settlement means for you.

Marriott data breach settlement: What it means for consumers Marriott settled charges related to a data breach that exposed the information of millions of guests. The company will take steps to better protect customers’ personal information. And it will give customers more control over their information.

Scammers quickly exploit weather emergencies and take advantage of people trying to recover or donate to disaster victims.

FTC, DOJ and CFPB Warn Consumers About Potential Scams and Price Gouging in the Wake of Hurricanes and other Natural Disasters As the nation braces for another major hurricane, the Federal Trade Commission along with the Department of Justice and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau are warning consumers about those lo

“Social media companies, out of basic greed, intentionally design their platforms to addict users and keep them scrolling. The more time users spend on the platform, the more money in Tik Tok’s pockets! Tragically, it is our youth who are most harmed by these predatory practices,” said AG Rosenblum, who as President of the National Association of Attorneys General has focused her presidential initiative on looking out for America’s next generation. “From depression and self-harm rates, to impacts on sleep, physical health and emotional well-being, we have a responsibility to look at what’s happening to our youth and hold tech companies accountable.”

AG Rosenblum Sues TikTok for Violating Oregon Consumer Protection Laws and Addicting Oregon’s Youth - Oregon Department of Justice Oregon Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum announced today that Oregon is joining a bipartisan coalition of 14 state attorneys general in filing separate enforcement actions against TikTok for violations of state consumer protection laws. Oregon’s action, which will be filed in Multnomah County Circu...

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How to order free COVID test kits from the federal government and avoid the scammers The federal government is once again offering free COVID test kits. When it opens in September, you can order up to four kits per household at COVIDTests.gov. All for free.

‘I’ve got video of you’: New Blackmail Scam -

‘I’ve got video of you’: New Blackmail Scam A new scam that uses public images of people's homes to attempt to trick them into sending scammers thousands of dollars in Bitcoin is hitting email inboxes across the state.

Facebook's Online Help Center is the best way to report a problem with your account. Facebook does not accept phone calls for customer support issues. Don't bother trying to call.

How to contact Facebook support and get help for issues with your account Trying to get in contact with Facebook for account issues by calling or messaging can be hard, but Facebook's Help Center usually offers solutions.

"No law enforcement agency will ever contact you and ask you to send funds of any kind, for outstanding warrants or a family member in custody... Any 'law enforcement' personnel asking for funds over the phone are likely scammers with criminal intent. So is anyone asking for payment in cryptocurrency or gift cards."

Online scams cost locals thousands THE GORGE — A spate of successful online scams was reported in The Dalles early last week, with one victim losing more than $100,000, according to The Dalles Police Department

What You Need to Know About the Health Data Breach Impacting Millions of Americans -

What You Need to Know About the Health Data Breach Impacting Millions of Americans “In April, I joined other attorneys general in sending a letter to UnitedHealth Group, Inc. — the nation’s largest health insurer and the parent company of Change Healthcare — urging the corporation to take more meaningful action to better protect providers, pharmacies, and patients harmed b...