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New FTC Data Shows Massive Increase in Losses to Bitcoin ATM Scams

September 3, 2024

Reports from consumers show nearly tenfold increase since 2020 in amount lost to scammers using Bitcoin ATMs https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/news/press-releases/2024/09/new-ftc-data-shows-massive-increase-losses-bitcoin-atm-scams New data from the Federal

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FTC Data Shows Major Increases in Cash Payments to Government Impersonation Scammers

June 17, 2024

Press Release·Scams·Seniors

FTC, other government agencies alert consumers to risks of scammers claiming to be from government, demanding money FOR RELEASE: June 14, 2024,

Fifth Defendant Sentenced for Laundering Proceeds of Scams Targeting Elderly U.S. Citizens

February 28, 2024

Elder Financial Abuse·Press Release·Scams·Seniors

Tuesday, February 27, 2024, PRESS RELEASE PROVIDENCE, RI – The fifth and final foreign national convicted for laundering proceeds of a multi-faceted

Slow your scroll: Spot and avoid social media giveaway scams

November 27, 2023

digital security·Scams·Seniors

By Terri Miller Consumer Education Specialist, FTC, November 15, 2023 You may have heard us say when you’re shopping online, check things

Zelle Customers to get refunds for money lost in imposter scams, report says

November 14, 2023

Scams·Seniors

by Elizabeth Napolitano (11/13/23 10:57am) Banks that participate in Zelle, a peer-to-peer payment service, have begun refunding money to victims of fraud

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Think Twice:

November 9, 2023

Resources·Seniors

Before buying from these social media ads original article: By Better Business Bureau. November 9, 2023. Social media advertising is an effective way for