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Today is #WorldRomanceScamPreventionDay. Scammers use what you share on social media to build a connection with you. Once they have your trust, they ask for money. Share this video to help spot and stop romance scams: piped.video/watch?v=jlxWxH0m… #WRSPD

Online Romance Imposter Scams | Federal Trade Commission

Imposters promise romance to users of online dating sites to trick ...

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Do you click on the top results when you search online? FTC Chairman @AFergusonFTC has some advice for you to help you avoid a scam:
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FTC secures settlement that protects small businesses from illegal price discrimination: bit.ly/4hqubyn /1

FTC Secures Settlement that Protects Small Businesses from Illegal Price Discrimination

The Federal Trade Commission secured a settlement agreement with Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits LLC, the nation’s largest distributor of wine and spirits, that will redress allegedly illegal pr

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Settlement with Southern Glazer’s will help level the playing field for small businesses and facilitate consumer access to lower-priced wine and spirits at local retailers /2
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FTC, states sue Lens[dot]com for misrepresenting the price of contact lenses in search ads and on its website: bit.ly/4j23jpI /1

FTC, States Sue Lens.com for Misrepresenting the Price of Contact Lenses in Search Ads and on Its...

Today, the Federal Trade Commission, joined by the Utah and Nevada Attorneys General, sued to stop a long-running deceptive pricing scheme run by contact lens retailer Lens.com Inc. 

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Lens[dot]com hides bogus ‘taxes & fees’ charge that often doubles the price of contact lenses for consumers, the FTC and states allege /2
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The FTC is hiring an Architect (GS-14) to work in the Office of the Chief Administrative Services Officer (OCASO). Apply by 10/6/26: bit.ly/4rHbcTD
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The FTC is hiring an Information Technology Specialist (INFOSEC) (GS 11) to work in its Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO). Apply by 10/14/26: bit.ly/4hlXfai
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Searching online for health insurance this open season? FTC Chairman @AFergusonFTC has advice to help you avoid a government imposter pretending to be Healthcare.gov or Medicare.gov:
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The FTC's Bureau of Economics is hiring Economists! Apply by 11/3/26: GS-13: bit.ly/3U2Ngh9 GS-14: bit.ly/3U0hrWg GS-15: bit.ly/4AKyxrK #EconTwitter #EconJobs #EconRA
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See a QR code parked somewhere? Don’t scan it…yet! Learn more: bit.ly/3VjyanW

See a QR code parked somewhere? Don’t scan it…yet!

Ever tried to pay for parking and discovered you need to scan a QR code to pay? It seems like a convenient way to pay, but it turns out scammers like using QR codes, too. People have reported...

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Transactions granted early termination of the HSR waiting period by the FTC and DOJ on Sept. 29 are now posted: bit.ly/4iowdwU

Early Termination Notices

The FTC or the Department of Justice can take legal action if necessary to block a transaction such as a merger or acquisition that would substantially lessen competition. The agencies may grant...

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Only platforms can remove intimate photos and videos shared without your consent, but it’s the FTC’s job to make sure those platforms comply with the Take It Down Act. Help keep platforms accountable. If a platform violates this law, tell us at TakeItDown.ftc.gov
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With a strong nor’easter inundating parts of the Northeast U.S., unlicensed contractors or scammers may contact you promising to clean up water damage. If they want cash up front, walk away. Spotting the tactics scammers use could help you avoid a scam: bit.ly/4yZQNeT
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Transactions granted early termination of the HSR waiting period by the FTC and DOJ on Sept. 28 are now posted: bit.ly/4ym3dhb

Early Termination Notices

The FTC or the Department of Justice can take legal action if necessary to block a transaction such as a merger or acquisition that would substantially lessen competition. The agencies may grant...

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Did someone claiming to be an FTC agent tell you to move your money to protect it? Don’t. That's a scam. Learn more at ftc.gov/imposters #StopGovImposters
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Participate in a free one-hour virtual roundtable with experts discussing how to detect scammers' tactics and avoid Medicare and health insurance-related scams. Join us today at 1pm ET: bit.ly/4yUQnGy

Consumer Protection and Older Adults Roundtable: Healthcare-related Scams Before, During, and After...

Scammers often work overtime during Open Enrollment for both Medicare and the Health Insurance Marketplace to try to steal money, personal information, or charge

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What to know ahead of Open Enrollment to avoid health insurance scams: bit.ly/4ybrm9H

What to know ahead of Open Enrollment to avoid health insurance scams

Health insurance scams happen year-round, but they pick up during Open Enrollment for Medicare and the Marketplace. If you’re looking to find a new plan, you might search online. But before you click...

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FTC, states win protections to lower pesticide prices for American farmers in antitrust case against Corteva: ftc.gov/news-events/news/pre…

FTC, States Win Protections to Lower Pesticide Prices for American Farmers in Antitrust Case...

The Federal Trade Commission and a coalition of state attorneys general have secured a significant settlement agreement with pesticide manufacturing giant Corteva Inc.

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Today we celebrate 112 years of the Federal Trade Commission! 🎉
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