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Dec10
Security in Numbers: SSNs and ID Theft
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The FTC hosted a public workshop, "Security in Numbers: SSNs and ID Theft," to explore the uses of Social Security numbers in the private sector and the role of SSNs in identity theft. This workshop...
FTC Releases Survey of Identity Theft in the U.S.Study Shows 8.3 Million Victims in 2005
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The Federal Trade Commission today released a survey showing that 8.3 million American adults, or 3.7 percent of all American adults, were victims of identity theft in 2005. Of the victims, 3.2...
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Combating Identity Theft: A Strategic Plan
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Apr23
Proof Positive: New Directions for ID Authentication
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The FTC hosted a public workshop to explore the role of authentication processes in preventing identity theft. The workshop provided a forum for discussion among public sector, private sector, and...
The President's Identity Theft Task Force Releases Comprehensive Strategic Plan to Combat Identity Theft
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(202) 514-2007 TDD (202) 514-1888 WWW.USDOJ.GOV WASHINGTON - Attorney General Alberto R. Gonzales and Federal Trade Commission Chairman Deborah Platt Majoras today announced the completion of the...
Identity Theft Task Force Announces Interim Recommendations
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WASHINGTON – The President’s Identity Theft Task Force has adopted interim recommendations on measures that can be implemented immediately to help address the problem of identity theft, Attorney...
A Priceless Mothers Day Gift from You and the FTC
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Flowers, candy – and a musical e-card from the Federal Trade Commission? This Mother’s Day give mom something she can really use: an e-card with tips from the FTC on keeping her personal information...
Federal Trade Commission Announces ID Theft Affidavit
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The FTC unveiled a new tool today to assist victims of identity theft restore their good names. The ID Theft Affidavit provides a model form that can be used to report information to many companies...
FTC Closes Down Fake I.D. Mill on The Internet
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An Internet business that bragged about the "high quality" of the templates it sold to help produce false identity documents has been ordered to halt the sales by a U. S. District Court at the request...
Oct23
Identity Theft Victim Assistance Workshop
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The FTC held a public workshop to identify relevant issues and examine potential solutions associated with assisting victims of identity theft. The FTC's workshop was the first in a series of three...
Feb25
National Consumer Protection Week: Outreach & Program Ideas
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...
Jan26
Protecting Your Veterans Benefits and Avoiding Identity Theft
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...
Jan28
Help protect yourself and the older adults in your life from identity theft
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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...
Jan27
Help your patrons protect themselves and recover from identity theft
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...
Jul17
Military Consumer Month: Helping Military Families Protect Against Scams
Join the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and GoVA Foundation for a webinar to discuss how military families can protect themselves from scams and get practical advice on what to do to recover from one...
Mar06
Protecting Your VA Benefits and Avoiding Scams (Spanish)
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The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs’ Veterans Benefits Administration are partnering during National Consumer Protection Week to present a free webinar. Join...
Mar05
Protecting Your VA Benefits and Avoiding Scams (English)
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The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs’ Veterans Benefits Administration are partnering during National Consumer Protection Week to present a free webinar. Join...
Jan29
Identity Theft: Understanding and Avoiding Identity Theft
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The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Korean Community Service Center of Greater Washington are collaborating to present a free webinar during Identity Theft Awareness Week about how to spot...
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