After disasters, people are especially vulnerable to scams. Here’s how to protect yourself
It’s something that’s unfortunately very common,” said an attorney with the FTC. Beware of people pressuring you to "act fast ...
Scam warning for anyone hit by the LA wildfires
During disasters such as the LA wildfires scammers often emerge to prey on victims. People in heightened emotional states in ...
Ars Technica23d
FTC launches probe of Microsoft over bundling
In recent weeks, FTC attorneys have been conducting interviews and setting up meetings with Microsoft competitors. One key area of interest is how the world’s largest software provider packages ...
Miami Herald23d
FEMA sends $1B to Florida storm victims, but some are still waiting on the agency
She was turned away twice before FEMA awarded her enough money to put herself and Ruby, her Pomeranian-Yorkie mix, in a Clearwater duplex. About 5 miles south in St. Pete Beach, Jill Mederos ...
The Taipei Times24d
FTC blocks Uber’s Foodpanda plan
Uber Technologies Inc’s plan to acquire Delivery Hero SE’s local Foodpanda business for US$950 million has been rejected, the Fair Trade Commission (FTC) said yesterday, citing anti-competitive ...
ProPublica24d
Microsoft Bundling Practices Focus of Federal Antitrust Probe
In recent weeks, FTC attorneys have been conducting interviews and setting up meetings with Microsoft competitors. One key area of interest is how the world’s largest software provider packages ...
Techlicious26d
Say Goodbye to Junk Fees: FTC Bans Hidden Hotel and Ticket Charges
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced a new rule targeting junk fees, which are deceptive or hidden charges that consumers often encounter when booking hotels online or purchasing live ...
The Verge26d
Marriott and Starwood hotels will have to get better at data security
Hotels have been one of many key targets for hackers, with one breach last year catching FTC Chair Lina Khan among the many people left waiting to check in when a ransomware attack forced MGM ...
WFTV26d
Two weeks left for Floridians to apply for FEMA assistance after Hurricanes Milton and Helene
ORLANDO, Fla. — FEMA has announced that Floridians who sustained losses from Hurricanes Milton and/or Helene have two weeks remaining to apply for federal assistance. You may also apply by phone ...
Bleeping Computer26d
FTC orders Marriott and Starwood to implement strict data security
Now, the FTC has ordered Marriott and its subsidiary, Starwood, to establish a security program that would safeguard the clients’ sensitive data from hackers and provide them better control over ...
The Hill29d
What a shutdown would mean for FEMA resources amid lingering North Carolina storm damage
A federal government shutdown in the coming days could have implications for the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) long-term efforts, but it would likely have little effect on the ...
cbs12.com29d
Florida secures record-breaking $1 billion in public assistance from FEMA
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (CBS12) — Florida secured $1 billion in public assistance from FEMA to aid the recovery following Hurricane Milton. According to FEMA, the milestone was reached just over two ...