Tag: Bureau of Consumer Protection

Military kids are resilient — but they still need trusted adults to help them navigate the online world safely. Whether you’re a parent, teach in a classroom, or lead an after school or summer program...

Experts from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) will give a 50-minute presentation to military families as part of the Military OneSource virtual event, Ready, Set, Connect: Building Bonds for...

Join the Federal Trade Commission, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, and GoVA Foundation for a discussion about the connections between scams, financial difficulty, and mental health. Learn...

Join experts from the Federal Trade Commission for a webinar about how to avoid job scams. The FTC will give advice on how to spot and avoid scams when you’re searching for jobs or money-making...

Imposter scams affect everyone, but older adults are increasingly being affected by this scam. As part of National Consumer Protection Week, the FTC is hosting a discussion on top scams affecting...

Scammers and cybercriminals target companies big and small. Do you know how to protect your business? In this webinar, experts from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the National Institute of...

With so many kids spending time online — gaming, texting, and connecting with friends — parents, families, and communities need tools to help kids make good decisions and stay safe. Join the Federal...

National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW) is just around the corner! Every year, it falls on the first full week of March, so this year it’s March 1 – 7. The Federal Trade Commission leads the national...

National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW) is just around the corner! Every year, it falls on the first full week of March, so this year it’s March 1 – 7. The Federal Trade Commission leads the national...

National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW) is just around the corner! Every year, it falls on the first full week of March, so this year it’s March 1 – 7. The Federal Trade Commission leads the national...

Identity thieves target military servicemembers, veterans, and their families in specific ways — often going after your hard-earned benefits. Join representatives from the FTC and the U.S. Department...

Identity theft can happen anytime and at any age. Whether you’re working or retired, building your credit or have a lifetime of experience, identity thieves will target anyone. But taking steps to...

National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW) 2026 is March 1-7. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) invites you to celebrate NCPW at your library. NCPW is a great time to share information with your...

The Workshop on Consumer Injuries and Benefits in the Data-Driven Economy will bring together economists, academics, and other experts to examine how the agency can better understand and measure...

Identity theft can happen to anyone and every year it’s one of the top problems reported to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). This Identity Theft Awareness Week, join the Association of Bookmobile...

In 2024, Americans lost nearly $13 billion to fraud, according to reports to the FTC. Imposter scams are constantly the top reported fraud, and complex schemes involving government and business...