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FTC wants consumers to be able to ‘click to cancel’ subscriptions

Businesses that sell subscriptions may be required to make cancelations much easier

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CFPB throws the book at one of the biggest debt collection companies in the U.S.

03/24/2023

Debt Settlement and Collection News

Haven’t booked your summer vacation yet? Maybe Goldilocks could help!

03/24/2023

Air Fare Trends

DoorDash joins forces with several retailers to expand offerings to consumers

03/24/2023

Shopping and Retail News

Polaris recalls 94,000 Sportsman ATVs

03/24/2023

Recalls

Ford recalls 222,000 model year 2021 F-150 pickup trucks

03/24/2023

Recalls

Privacy experts say AI-driven scams are getting so good you won't know what hit you

03/23/2023

Scams

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Scammers are victimizing people who sell things online, FTC warns

The agency says consumers can protect themselves by selling to a local buyer

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  1. QR code scams are growing, experts say
  2. Equifax hit with lawsuit over credit score errors
  3. Toyota recalls model year 2022 Rav4s, Rav4 Hybrids, and Rav4 Primes
  4. Twitter confirms major hack that exposed personal data on millions of users

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March 23, 2023

Two more people die from contaminated eye drops

Drug-resistant bacteria in the drops have killed three and blinded eight

Like a fortune teller, Panera will start reading your palms

Worried about your security and privacy? Amazon says it’s got you covered

A Chick-fil-A fan? You'll have to gather more loyalty points to get free food

A coupon expert shows off her tricks that save money at Chick-fil-A

Use caution when shopping for an expensive camera on Etsy

Scammers may be lurking on social media platforms where commerce takes place

Warning: offers of 'assistance' in creating an online IRS account are likely a scam

The agency is highlighting 12 of the most common tax-related scams in the final weeks of tax season

IKEA recalls 40,000 mirrors in U.S., and Canada

The mirror can fall, posing a laceration hazard

Dorel recalls 14,000 XP Rear-facing Infant Seats

The inner carrier will not restrain a child without use of the outer carrier

March 22, 2023

Scams are getting more outlandish but they still snag victims

Some old schemes are getting a makeover by a new generation of scammers

After three years, what do we really know about COVID-19?

And why are some people still wearing masks?

How safe are you when you use public Wi-Fi?

Things are better than they used to be but vigilance is the watchword

BJ's Wholesale Club announces deals to help consumers save money this Easter

Members can expect discounts on everything from decorations to candy and meal staples

Hyundai-Kia faces growing pressure over car thefts

Some state attorneys general say the response isn’t sufficient

Mockingbird expands recall to include single strollers

The lower side of the stroller frame can crack, posing a fall risk

Subaru recalls 8,400 model year 2019-2022 Crosstrek Hybrids

Corrosion of the battery harness may cause a loss of power

March 21, 2023

Scammers now using AI to improve their family emergency schemes

Who will protect you in these situations? Not too many, unfortunately.

Is 'Made in the USA' important to you? Then, don’t be fooled by 'Ships from the USA'

The FTC says using a credit card when you buy something online gives consumers the best protection against fraud

IRS expands its efforts to start scanning digital tax forms

The goal is to make the process smoother for taxpayers

Home prices fell in February for the first time in 11 years

But a surge in sales could limit future declines

Eggs are so expensive a discount chain will no longer sell them

A farmer advocacy group says the FTC should investigate major egg producers

Scenic Fruit recalls frozen organic strawberries and organic tropical blend

The recall follows an outbreak of Hepatitis A

Ford recalls nearly 5,000 model year 2023 Transit vehicles

The HVAC System defogger does not work as intended

March 20, 2023

Phishing attempts are growing like wildfire and becoming harder to detect

Security experts give tips on what to look for in today’s scam scene

Another tax scam: beware of improperly filing the Employee Retention Credit

The IRS is warning businesses about the risks of falling victim to this scam

Feds move to restore housing discrimination rule

The rule targets ‘unintentional’ discrimination

Thinking about buying a Ring protection system? You’ll now be paying for a monthly plan, too.

Thankfully, there’s a free trial and a 10% discount.

Contaminated eye drops have caused multiple injuries and one death

The bacteria causing the infections is highly-resistant to drugs

Sunny Dell Foods recalls Rao’s red peppers with mushrooms

The product may contain pine nuts, an allergen not declared on the label

GM recalls 23,000 Chevy Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles

The fuel pump module may not consistently provide sufficient fuel

March 17, 2023

FCC gets tougher than ever on robotexters

It admits there’s a hole in the Do Not Call Registry but vows to fix that, too

Digital crimes are getting more sophisticated. Here's what to watch out for

Never thought about your car being hacked? You can now

Here's how retailers are changing the future of health care

Experts say that for the most part, it's a 'healthy' trend

Here’s why bank failures are making it easier to buy a home

Treasury bond prices are rising, sending mortgage rates lower

Two brands of digital CO detectors may not do their job, report finds

The Consumer Product Safety Commission is warning consumers about the potential for carbon monoxide poisoning

Pfizer recalls 4.2 million tablets of Nurtec ODT prescription drugs

Packaging of the product fails to meet the child resistant packaging requirement

Ford recalls nearly 1.3 million Ford Fusions and Lincoln MKZs.

The front brake hoses may rupture and leak fluid.

March 16, 2023

CFPB pins the tail of complaints squarely on credit reporting agencies

The agency wants people to complain because it helps it prevent issues from getting worse

Some airports are going to be madhouses this spring break, study suggests

And, don’t forget there are new rules regarding families traveling together and flights that are delayed or canceled

Apple launches new video chat shopping feature for consumers

Apple users can also expect to see changes to App Store pricing in the coming months

Hackers have used ChatGPT brand to take over Facebook accounts

Users were offered a fake Chrome extension that was a pathway for malicious content

FTC finalizes settlement sending $425 million to Fortnite players

The agency charged the video game maker with tricking users into making purchases

BeyondMedShop recalls 102,00 adult bed rails

Users can become trapped by the rail, running a risk of death by asphyxiation

Honda recalls 448,000 vehicles with seat belt issue

The seat belt buckle may not latch, increasing the risk of injury

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