Consumer Protection

The Latest Scams Are Getting Sneakier. Here’s How to Fight Back. Every year, fraudsters refine their tactics, using new technologies and old psychological tricks to part people from their money and personal information. Staying ahead of these schemes is a constant challenge. Recently, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) hosted a webinar during National Consumer Protection Week to highlight the evolving scam landscape. The event served as a crucial reminder that awareness is our first and best line of defense. ...

Your Guide to Staying Ahead of Scams in 2026 Every March, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) leads National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW), a dedicated time to arm the public with knowledge against fraud. The theme for 2026 continues a critical mission: empowering you to recognize, reject, and report scams. While the landscape of fraud constantly shifts, the core principles of defense remain steadfast. Here’s a breakdown of the FTC’s current advice and how you can apply it to protect your finances and identity. ...

FTC Warns of New Scam Tactics: How to Spot and Stop Them If you’ve recently felt like scam attempts are becoming more frequent and sophisticated, you’re not alone. During National Consumer Protection Week, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) hosted a webinar to spotlight the latest scam trends targeting consumers. While the full details of the discussion are available from the FTC and industry groups like ACA International, the core message is clear: scammers are constantly refining their playbook, and public awareness is the first line of defense. ...

FTC Warns of Three Surging Scam Tactics During Consumer Protection Week As part of National Consumer Protection Week, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) hosted a timely webinar detailing the fraud schemes that are currently proving most effective—and costly—for consumers. While scam tactics constantly evolve, recent trends show a troubling refinement in how criminals exploit trust, urgency, and technology. ...

Scams Are Evolving: Key Takeaways from the FTC’s Latest Webinar Every year, National Consumer Protection Week serves as a crucial reminder to review our digital habits. This year, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) hosted a timely webinar, distilling the latest methods scammers are using to target everyday people. While the full details are best heard directly from the source, the overarching themes highlight a shift towards more personalized, pressure-driven, and technologically assisted fraud. ...

Latest Scam Tactics: What the FTC Wants You to See Before They Strike For anyone trying to navigate daily life—paying bills, shopping online, or simply answering the phone—the constant threat of scams can feel exhausting. This past week, as part of National Consumer Protection Week, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) held a timely webinar to cut through the noise. They zeroed in on the specific fraud tactics seeing a dangerous surge right now. The message was clear: while the core goals of scammers haven’t changed, their methods are becoming more sophisticated and personalized. ...

Don’t Just Be Aware, Be Prepared: Practical Scam Defense for Consumer Protection Week Every March, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) leads National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW), a coordinated campaign to arm people with the knowledge they need to fight fraud. For 2026, the theme remains critically clear: talk about scams. While awareness is the first step, true protection comes from actionable habits. The most recent FTC alerts and consumer advice provide a blueprint for turning awareness into defense. ...

Practical Scam Protection Strategies for 2026 Every March, a dedicated week reminds us to sharpen our defenses against those who seek to steal our money and information. National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW), led by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), is more than an announcement—it’s a concentrated call to action. The guidance for 2026 zeroes in on a few pervasive threats that are evolving faster than many people’s awareness. Here’s a look at what you should watch for and, more importantly, how you can protect yourself. ...

Don’t Just Be Aware—Be Prepared: Your Action Plan for National Consumer Protection Week 2026 Every year, scams get smarter. The cons evolve, the phishing lures look more authentic, and the pressure tactics become more sophisticated. That’s why National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW), running from March 2-8, 2026, is more than just a reminder—it’s a critical call to action. This annual event, led by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and its partners, is designed to arm you with the knowledge and tools you need to fight back. ...

The Scams You’re Most Likely to See Now, According to the FTC National Consumer Protection Week is an important reminder to take stock of our digital defenses. To kick off the week, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) hosted a webinar focusing on the scam tactics that are currently tricking people out of their money and personal information. While the specifics of fraud constantly evolve, the recent discussion highlighted patterns that are proving particularly effective for scammers right now. Understanding these trends is your first line of defense. ...