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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized an order that bans software provider Avast from selling, disclosing, or licensing web browsing data for advertising purposes. This decision …
FTC Bans Avast from Selling User Browsing Data, Orders $16.5 Million Payment Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has secured settlements against the operators of a large-scale sweepstakes scam that defrauded consumers out of millions of dollars. The settlements permanently …
FTC Shuts Down Sweepstakes Scam Operators in Landmark Settlement Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has taken legal action against software giant Adobe and two of its top executives, Maninder Sawhney and David Wadhwani, for misleading consumers …
FTC Sues Adobe for Deceptive Subscription Practices Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is distributing over $2.4 million in refunds to consumers who were misled by Lurn’s business consulting programs. This move follows a lawsuit …
FTC Issues $2.4 Million in Refunds to Victims of Deceptive Business Coaching Scheme Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — A New York man faces charges in Chester County for his alleged involvement in a gift card scam that targeted local Giant Food Store locations. Authorities …
New York Man Arrested for Alleged Gift Card Scam in Chester County Read More
SPRING CITY, PA — Authorities have issued an arrest warrant for Rosandra Bailey, 28, of Philadelphia, on multiple charges related to an alleged check fraud scheme. The warrant follows a …
Arrest Warrant Issued for Philadelphia Woman in Spring City Check Fraud Case Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently unveiled its Fiscal Year 2023 report. This annual dossier sheds light on the agency’s relentless efforts to safeguard consumers and stimulate …
FTC: Protector of Consumers, Promoter of Fair Competition Read More
In an age where information is at our fingertips, the allure of celebrities, activists, and politicians as primary sources of information is both significant and dangerous. Their charisma, influence, and …
Beware the Allure: Why Celebrities, Activists, and Politicians Can Lead You Astray Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Three men were sentenced this week for their roles in bribery and fraud schemes that siphoned funds from the Chester Housing Authority (CHA), a body dedicated to …
Trio Sentenced in Housing Authority Corruption Case Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Victor Uzor, a 36-year-old Nigerian national, has been sentenced to four years in federal prison followed by three years of supervised release for his involvement in a …
Nigerian National Sentenced in Multi-Million Dollar Email Scam Targeting U.S. Businesses Read More