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FTC Returns $596K in ‘Phantom’ Payday Loan Scheme
FTC Returns $596K in ‘Phantom’ Payday Loan Scheme
April 07, 2016  |  Security & Fraud

The Federal Trade Commission said on Wednesday (April 6) that it would be mailing more than 1,700 checks — totaling more than $596,000 — to consumers who...

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FTC Halts Payday Loan Debt Scheme
FTC Halts Payday Loan Debt Scheme
March 31, 2016  |  Security & Fraud

The Federal Trade Commission said Wednesday (March 30) that it requested, along with the Illinois attorney general, and was granted, a request from a federal court to halt...

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FTC On IoT: Attempting To Reign In The Wild West (of Things)
FTC On IoT: Attempting To Reign In The Wild West (of Things)
March 25, 2016  |  Internet of Things

When it comes to IoT, the possibilities seem endless, along with the security issues. In PYMNTS’ March Internet of Things Tracker, sponsored by Intel, we...

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How To Protect Consumers From IoT Vulnerabilities? The FTC Weighs In 
How To Protect Consumers From IoT Vulnerabilities? The FTC Weighs In 
March 24, 2016  |  Internet of Things

When it comes to IoT, the possibilities seem endless, along with the security issues. In PYMNTS’ March Internet of Things Tracker, sponsored by Intel, we...

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FTC Warns App Developers About Software Privacy Risk
FTC Warns App Developers About Software Privacy Risk
March 18, 2016  |  Security & Fraud

The Federal Trade Commission issued warning letters to 12 app developers that have installed software that can monitor the microphones that are part of devices....

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FTC Nabs Brokers For Selling Consumers’ Bank Credentials
FTC Nabs Brokers For Selling Consumers’ Bank Credentials
March 10, 2016  |  Security & Fraud

The Federal Trade Commission said on Wednesday (March 9) that it requested, and a federal district court granted, bans on seven people, Ideal Financial Solutions...

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