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Steep Rise in Scams Targeting Immigrants – How to Avoid and How to Recover

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Mar 27 | Scams targeting immigrant communities in the U.S. are rising sharply. Experts examine common fraud schemes, how victims can protect their assets, and legal pathways available for recovery and consumer protection.
Scams and Consumer Fraud

Omaha, a ‘Huge Target for Scammers,’ Fights Back

Peter Schurmann -
According to the FTC, there were 9,337 reports of fraud across Nebraska in 2023, with losses totaling $25.2 million.
Scams and Consumer Fraud

FTC Scores Win in Suit Targeting Fraud in the Gig Economy

Peter Schurmann -
In a first-of-its kind case, the Federal Trade Commission has highlighted the perils for consumers lured by promises of big pay in the gig economy.
Scams and Consumer Fraud

FTC Scales Language Barriers to Battle Scammers

Mark Hedin -
As of this fall, the FTC's Language Access Initiative will expand its services to include up to a dozen new languages.
Scams and Consumer Fraud

What Payment Methods are Telltale Signs of Scams?

Selen Ozturk -
Payment methods that scammers insist you use — like gift cards, cryptocurrency and wire transfer — are telltale signs of scams, says the FTC.
Scams and Consumer Fraud

‘If You’re Looking for a Job, Scammers are Looking for You!’

Mark Hedin -
A growing network of criminals are using unregulated online portals to lure in job seekers with promises of quick and easy money.
Spotlight Community Media

New Currency Exchange Scam Targets Korean Community

ACoM -
There is a growing number of Koreans falling victim to currency exchange scams as a strong dollar lures would-be victims seeking to profit from private traders.
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New Scams Targeting Immigrants Emerge as Title 42 Ends

ACoM -
Scammers are promising falsely to obtain green cards and special access for new immigrants, says the FTC, warning of new scams.
Scams and Consumer Fraud

As Louisville Becomes More Diverse, So Do the Scams

Khalil Abdullah -
At a recent forum, community leaders in Louisville shared their experience with the growing number and variety of scams impacting residents.
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