Consumer Protection

A Statewide Alert: How to Spot and Avoid Fake Texting Scams If you’ve recently received a text message demanding urgent action or threatening a missed delivery, you’re not alone. In early March 2026, the Philadelphia Courts issued a formal, statewide consumer fraud alert warning the public about an active wave of fake texting scams. These messages are designed to look legitimate, often impersonating courts, shipping companies, or banks, with the sole purpose of stealing personal and financial information. This guide breaks down the alert into practical steps you can take to protect yourself. ...

The Scams Are Evolving—Here’s What You Need to Watch For Last month, during National Consumer Protection Week, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) hosted a public webinar to outline the latest fraud trends. While the specific tactics change, the goal for scammers remains the same: to trick you out of your money and personal information. Staying a step ahead requires knowing what these new schemes look like. ...

Navigating the New Scam Landscape: Key Insights from the FTC’s 2026 Webinar National Consumer Protection Week is designed to empower you with knowledge, and this year, the FTC used the occasion to shine a spotlight on the scams that are increasingly finding their way into our inboxes, text messages, and phone calls. The landscape is constantly shifting, but the agency’s recent webinar distilled the latest trends into a clear warning: sophisticated impersonation and emotional manipulation are the new norm. Understanding these tactics isn’t about fostering fear; it’s your first and best line of defense. ...

Scammers Are Changing Their Playbook: Key Takeaways from the FTC’s Latest Alert Last week, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) held a timely webinar as part of National Consumer Protection Week. Their goal was straightforward: to arm the public with knowledge about the most current and effective tactics fraudsters are using to part people from their money and personal information. The virtual session cut through the noise and provided a clear snapshot of the modern scam landscape. The trends they highlighted aren’t just new flavors of old tricks; they represent a significant evolution in how scammers exploit technology and human psychology. ...

What the FTC Wants You to Know About Today’s Top Scams Every year, scam artists refine their tactics, creating more convincing schemes to part people from their money and personal information. During National Consumer Protection Week, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) hosts educational events to arm the public with the latest intelligence. A recent FTC webinar shed light on the current scam landscape, emphasizing that while the core goals of fraud remain the same—theft and deception—the methods are becoming increasingly sophisticated. Staying informed isn’t just about caution; it’s a necessary step in your digital and financial defense. ...

What the FTC Wants You to Know About Today’s Top Scams Each year, National Consumer Protection Week serves as a critical reminder to review our defenses against fraud. This March, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) held a timely webinar to highlight the scam tactics that are currently costing people the most money and causing significant stress. The session provided a clear snapshot of where fraudsters are focusing their efforts and, more importantly, how you can protect yourself. ...

Stay Alert: Key Scam Trends to Watch During Consumer Protection Week Every March, National Consumer Protection Week serves as a critical reminder to review our defenses against fraud. This year, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) held a webinar to spotlight the latest schemes targeting everyday people. The presentation cut through the noise, focusing on how these scams are evolving and, more importantly, what you can do about it. ...

What the FTC Says Scammers Are Doing Right Now For many, the first week of March marks National Consumer Protection Week—a coordinated push by government agencies, consumer advocates, and industries to educate the public. This year, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) hosted a key webinar highlighting the most pervasive and evolving scam trends. While the specific data points from that session aren’t fully public, the consistent message from such events is clear: scammers are refining their tactics to exploit current events, technology, and human psychology. Staying a step ahead means understanding these patterns. ...

Scammers Are Refining Their Playbook: What an FTC Webinar Wants You to Know Every day, it seems there’s a new, more convincing story crafted to part you from your money or personal information. The bad actors are constantly updating their scripts, and keeping up can feel overwhelming. That’s why recent efforts by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) are so crucial. During this year’s National Consumer Protection Week in early March, the FTC hosted a webinar aimed squarely at pulling back the curtain on the latest tactics. While the full, detailed transcript isn’t public, reports from attendees, including ACA International, highlight a clear message: the core schemes are evolving, not disappearing, and they’re becoming more sophisticated in the process. ...

The FTC’s New Scam Alert: What You Need to Know Now During the recent National Consumer Protection Week, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) hosted an important public webinar. The goal was straightforward: to cut through the noise and highlight the specific fraud tactics that are currently ensnaring people. While the full transcript offers detailed case studies, the core message is a critical reminder that scammers are constantly refining their methods, and our defenses need to evolve too. ...