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

Peter Schurmann - Nov 1, 2024

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 - Jul 22, 2024

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 - Nov 27, 2023

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 - Sep 25, 2023

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 - Aug 10, 2023

A growing network of criminals are using unregulated online portals to lure in job seekers with promises of quick and easy money.

Spotlight on Ethnic Media

New Currency Exchange Scam Targets Korean Community

Ethnic Media Services - Jul 24, 2023

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.

News Exchange

New Scams Targeting Immigrants Emerge as Title 42 Ends

Ethnic Media Services - May 18, 2023

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 - Dec 15, 2022

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

Scams and Consumer Fraud

FTC Battles Highway Robbery in Indian Country

Mark Hedin - Nov 15, 2022

Scam artists racked up at least $6.1 billion in ripoffs last year, many targeting Native American communities. Experts say the actual figure is likely far higher.

Scams and Consumer Fraud