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Consumer affairs problem-solving issues: scams, frauds, identity thefts, cons, rip-offs, swindles, consumer rights, hacks
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October 12, 2019 12:16 PM
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Are your friends and family getting emails from you that you didn't send? Or maybe you want to check your email, but you can't log in? Chances are your email's been hacked. Here’s what to do.

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October 12, 2019 3:22 AM
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Scam, Fraud Alerts - Protect Your Digital Identity

Scam, Fraud Alerts - Protect Your Digital Identity | Calls for Action | Scoop.it
Get notified about the latest scams in your area and receive tips on how to protect yourself and your family with the AARP Fraud Watch Network.
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October 12, 2019 3:00 AM
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How to Secure Your Wallet and Prevent Identity Theft

How to Secure Your Wallet and Prevent Identity Theft | Calls for Action | Scoop.it
Safeguard your personal information from identity theft by not carrying sensitive items, like your social security card, in your wallet.

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October 8, 2019 5:31 AM
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Federal Officials Charge 35 People in Medicare Scam

Federal Officials Charge 35 People in Medicare Scam | Calls for Action | Scoop.it
A nationwide probe led to arrests, as officials crackdown on genetic testing scams that target older communities and fraudulently bill Medicare.

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October 5, 2019 2:32 PM
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After the Equifax Hack, LifeLock Sign-ups Jump Tenfold

After the Equifax Hack, LifeLock Sign-ups Jump Tenfold | Calls for Action | Scoop.it
Panicked consumers are flocking to Symantec’s identity-theft protection service.
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October 5, 2019 2:27 PM
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Deepfake videos could destroy trust in society—here's how to restore it

Deepfake videos could destroy trust in society—here's how to restore it | Calls for Action | Scoop.it

"Deepfake" artificial intelligence technology promises to create doctored videos so realistic that they're almost impossible to tell from the real thing.

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October 5, 2019 2:21 PM
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A Researcher Needed Three Hours to Identify Me From My DNA

A Researcher Needed Three Hours to Identify Me From My DNA | Calls for Action | Scoop.it

Using just my DNA, a genealogist was able to identify me in three and a half hours. It wasn’t hard. 

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October 5, 2019 2:19 PM
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The Generic Drugs You're Taking May Not Be As Safe Or Effective As You Think

The Generic Drugs You're Taking May Not Be As Safe Or Effective As You Think | Calls for Action | Scoop.it

As the cost of prescription medication soars, consumers are increasingly taking generic drugs: low-cost alternatives to brand-name medicines. But some of these medications might not be as safe, or effective, as we think.

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October 5, 2019 2:15 PM
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Homebuyers are falling for this scam. Some lose their life savings

Homebuyers are falling for this scam. Some lose their life savings | Calls for Action | Scoop.it

So-called business email compromise scams are on the rise, with more than $26 billion lost over the last three years. The problem has become an epidemic for the real estate industry, experts say.

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October 5, 2019 12:36 PM
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3 Ways to Recover Money from a Scammer

3 Ways to Recover Money from a Scammer | Calls for Action | Scoop.it
How to Recover Money from a Scammer. If you discover you're the victim of a scam, remain calm and collect all the documents and information you have related to the transaction. If you used a credit card or bank transfer, you may be abl
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October 5, 2019 5:49 AM
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Multi Million Dollar Telemedicine Fraud Crackdown By DOJ

Multi Million Dollar Telemedicine Fraud Crackdown By DOJ | Calls for Action | Scoop.it
Owner CEO of telemedicine company pled guilty to $424 million conspiracy to defraud US in one of largest health care fraud schemes ever investigated and prosecuted. A week later a New Jersey physician
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September 30, 2019 4:43 PM
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3 Ways to Check if a Company Is Genuine

3 Ways to Check if a Company Is Genuine | Calls for Action | Scoop.it
Scams are an unfortunate aspect of the world we live in. Though it is now easy to make purchases with one click of a mouse, there is also an increased risk that your personal information can be exploited by unscrupulous businesses
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September 26, 2019 3:42 AM
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Investment Scams via Real Estate | disb

Investment Scams via Real Estate | disb | Calls for Action | Scoop.it
The District of Columbia Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking (DISB) wants to remind consumers to be mindful of individuals soliciting them for real estate investments.
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October 12, 2019 3:24 AM
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Scam-Tracking Map - Find and Report Scams Near You

Scam-Tracking Map - Find and Report Scams Near You | Calls for Action | Scoop.it
Stay updated on fraud in your community using AARP's Scam-Tracking Map. Search for scams by zip code or report a scam occurring in your local area.
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October 12, 2019 3:13 AM
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An IRS employee stole identities, went on spending spree —

An IRS employee stole identities, went on spending spree — | Calls for Action | Scoop.it
The IRS has long had an unresolved information security problem, according to the GAO.
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October 11, 2019 1:42 PM
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Crypto scams: The effect on consumers and legitimate businesses

Crypto scams: The effect on consumers and legitimate businesses | Calls for Action | Scoop.it

"Fraud is a sad but undeniable part of the crypto world. But how do you fight it, identify it and stay attuned to the latest scams? ..."


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October 5, 2019 2:35 PM
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Cybersecurity for the People: How to Protect Your Privacy at a Protest

Cybersecurity for the People: How to Protect Your Privacy at a Protest | Calls for Action | Scoop.it
Watch this video for tips on how to prepare your phone before you go to a protest and on how to safely communicate with your friends.
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October 5, 2019 2:29 PM
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Ad Scammers Need Suckers, and Facebook Helps Find Them - Bloomberg

Ad Scammers Need Suckers, and Facebook Helps Find Them - Bloomberg | Calls for Action | Scoop.it
a conference at a renovated 19th century train station in Berlin. All the most popular hustles were there: miracle diet pills, instant muscle builders, brain boosters, male enhancers. The “You Won an iPhone” companies had display booths, and the “Your Computer May Be Infected” folks sent salesmen. Russia was represented by the promoters of a black-mask face peel, and Canada made a showing with bot-infested dating sites.
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October 5, 2019 2:26 PM
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FTC Halts 'Misleading' Real Estate Seminars with HGTV Stars

FTC Halts 'Misleading' Real Estate Seminars with HGTV Stars | Calls for Action | Scoop.it
A court has agreed to put a temporary stop to pricey real estate seminars fronted by HGTV stars after the Federal Trade Commission said promises that the classes could make people rich were "misleading" and "bogus."
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October 5, 2019 2:19 PM
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Privacy concerns abound as IoT devices grow in use

Privacy concerns abound as IoT devices grow in use | Calls for Action | Scoop.it
Lawmakers tackle safety and security issues, while an Internet Society survey said a majority of people find the devices "creepy."
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October 5, 2019 2:16 PM
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It’s the middle of the night. Do you know who your iPhone is talking to?

It’s the middle of the night. Do you know who your iPhone is talking to? | Calls for Action | Scoop.it

Apple says, “What happens on your iPhone stays on your iPhone.” Our privacy experiment showed 5,400 hidden app trackers guzzled our data — in a single week. 

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October 5, 2019 12:38 PM
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4 Easy Ways to Report Scam Numbers

4 Easy Ways to Report Scam Numbers | Calls for Action | Scoop.it
How to Report Scam Numbers. When you get a phone call and the person on the other end makes you promises that seem too good to be true or threatens you with legal action if you don't pay them money, you are likely dealing with a scam
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October 5, 2019 12:27 PM
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Podcast: The Perfect Scam - Fraud Prevention

Podcast: The Perfect Scam - Fraud Prevention | Calls for Action | Scoop.it
The Perfect Scam is AARP’s weekly podcast profiling America’s biggest scams. Listen to experts tell compelling stories from fraud victims and their families. From grandparents getting conned to jewelry ripoffs, tune in to learn how to avoid becoming a victim of fraud.
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September 30, 2019 4:53 PM
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10 things to remember when buying a used car – Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy

10 things to remember when buying a used car – Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy | Calls for Action | Scoop.it
Price first, then the rest. Negotiate the price of the car before discussing the monthly payments or your trade-in’s value, otherwise you can be tricked into paying far more for the vehicle than it is worth. Front-end add-ons like paint treatment, fabric finish, undercoating, appearance packages are very expensive and add little value to the car. If you agree to pay for them, make sure you get them. Back-end add-ons like GAP insurance and service contracts may provide little coverage. 
  
Be sure you understand what is covered and what isn’t before you decide to buy. Be sure to test drive the vehicle, inspect the car thoroughly, and consider taking the car to a mechanic and body shop that you trust before you buy. 
 
 Get a copy of all purchase and financing documents before you leave the dealership and keep them in a safe place (not in the car’s glove compartment, just in case the car is repossessed).
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My inspiring blog 5538

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There аrе consumer scams, phishing frauds, fraud rip-offs and a whole host of other frauds

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