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FTC Aims to Block $69B Microsoft-Activision Blizzard Deal
FTC Aims to Block $69B Microsoft-Activision Blizzard Deal
December 08, 2022  |  ANTITRUST

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is moving to block Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard.  The agency said in a Thursday (Dec. 8) press release that...

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Younger Adults 34% More Likely to Lose Money to Fraud 
Younger Adults 34% More Likely to Lose Money to Fraud 
December 08, 2022  |  Security & Fraud

Younger people are more likely than older adults to report losing money to fraud. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reported Thursday (Dec. 8) in a...

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Silvergate Capital Says It Conducted Due Diligence on FTX 
Silvergate Capital Says It Conducted Due Diligence on FTX 
December 06, 2022  |  Cryptocurrency

Silvergate Capital has released a public letter addressing its involvement with FTX and Alameda Research.  In the Monday (Dec. 5) letter submitted to the Securities and Exchange Commission...

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FTC Examines ‘Possible Misconduct’ in Crypto Ads
FTC Examines ‘Possible Misconduct’ in Crypto Ads
December 05, 2022  |  Cryptocurrency

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is reportedly investigating “several” cryptocurrency firms.  The agency — which enforces laws that require truth in advertising — is...

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FTC and Meta Spar in Antitrust Case Over Acquisition of VR Developer
FTC and Meta Spar in Antitrust Case Over Acquisition of VR Developer
November 22, 2022  |  Meta

In a suit that aims to block Meta Platforms’ acquisition of virtual reality fitness app developer Within Unlimited, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reportedly said...

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Impersonation Scams on the Rise Ahead of Holidays Prompting Response From Watchdogs
Impersonation Scams on the Rise Ahead of Holidays Prompting Response From Watchdogs
November 22, 2022  |  Security & Fraud

‘Tis the season to be … wary. The holiday weeks mean fewer days in the office — online or onsite. Staffers embark on their usual...

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‘Imposter Calls’ Top FTC Complaint List
‘Imposter Calls’ Top FTC Complaint List
November 22, 2022  |  Security & Fraud

You pick up the phone and hear a recorded message, purporting to be from the IRS. For a moment, you’re worried, but eventually, you think...

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FTC Looks to Stop DK Automation Selling Alleged Fake Business Opportunities
FTC Looks to Stop DK Automation Selling Alleged Fake Business Opportunities
November 16, 2022  |  Security & Fraud

Saying they made false claims promising consumers a “passive income,” the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has taken action against DK Automation and its owners Kevin...

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Vonage to Pay $100M Settlement in FTC Subscription Fee Lawsuit
Vonage to Pay $100M Settlement in FTC Subscription Fee Lawsuit
November 03, 2022  |  Legal

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is holding internet phone service provider Vonage accountable for its junk fees levied on subscribers in a $100 million lawsuit...

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