As fraud losses continue to climb, individualsespecially older adults—must stay vigilant, verify any investment offer, and avoid platforms that promise unrealistic returns.
The FTC’s findings reinforce the urgent need for stronger awareness, protective measures, and recovery pathways. Financial education, early detection.
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On January 28 starting at 9:00am ET, the FTC will host a virtual and in-person workshop to discuss a range of issues related to age verification and estimation technologies.
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Scammers, claiming to be FTC “agents,” have been contacting consumers to trick them into sending money. Find out how to avoid and report these scams.
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Fraudsters are leveraging social engineering, high-pressure tactics, manipulated digital dashboards, and false promises of “guaranteed returns”
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Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
The FTC is an independent U.S. government agency that protects consumers and promotes competition. It enforces laws against deceptive, unfair, and anticompetitive business practices.
The FTC:
Protects consumers from fraud, scams, and deceptive advertising
Enforces antitrust laws to promote fair competition
Protects consumer privacy and data security
Educates consumers and businesses about their rights and responsibilities
You can file a complaint online through the FTC’s official complaint system. Complaints help the FTC detect patterns of fraud and may lead to investigations or enforcement actions.
No. The FTC does not act as a mediator for individual disputes. Instead, it uses complaints to identify widespread problems and take action against companies or individuals who violate the law.
In some cases, yes. When the FTC takes legal action, it may seek refunds or compensation for consumers, but recovery is not guaranteed.
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