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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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The FTC is hiring a Space and Facilities Program Manager (GS-15) to work in the Office of the Chief Administrative Services Officer (OCASO). This position is located in Washington, D.C. Apply by 11/3/26: bit.ly/4sr4nGk
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Only a scammer says they’re from the FTC, you’ve won a lottery or sweepstakes, and have to pay taxes or a fee first. Only a scammer says the FTC has a “refund” for you and asks for your bank account information. The real FTC will never do that. Learn more: bit.ly/4zK8X4L
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#IRS will NOT ask you for credit card info or your Social Security Number on social media. For your #TaxSecurity and identity protection, make sure you’re following the real IRS: irs.gov/socialmedia
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Order addresses concerns that proposed deal would harm competition in markets for media agency services and audience data services /2
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Competition on the playground can be fierce, and we intend for it to stay that way. Today the @FTC, joined by several states, sued to stop one of the biggest makers of jungle gyms, swing sets, and other outdoor equipment from absorbing a major rival.
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FTC issues annual report to Congress on agency’s actions to protect older adults. Older adults continue to report losing far more money to investment scams than to any other fraud type, the FTC’s report finds: bit.ly/4se2AE9
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Did someone say they're with @MedicareGov and tell you to share your bank account number or pay for a new card? That's a scam. Medicare won't do that. Learn more: bit.ly/4zt0DpO.
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FTC alleges the merger of close rivals would significantly reduce price and quality competition in already concentrated market for outdoor commercial playground equipment /2
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FTC sues ticket broker over unlawful tactics used to buy millions of tickets to popular live events. Complaint alleges REPS earned millions by unlawfully bypassing ticket-issuer security measures to exceed purchasing limits: bit.ly/4ysjNvk
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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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Spot the Scam! If “Social Security” asks for: 💳Gift cards 🤫Personal information 💵Money right away …STOP! It’s a scam. Tell someone you trust and report it to ssa.gov/scam #HallPassToSafety #ScamAwareness #SmartKidsStaySafe
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FTC Commissioner @MeadorFTC alerts you to family emergency scams and how to avoid them. Watch the video:
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