FTC helps take down 19 fake government websites in impersonation scam crackdown
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What happened
The US FTC reports it helped remove 19 websites impersonating the agency, as part of wider efforts against impersonation scams. Its measures include legal action against fraudulent businesses, takedowns of fake websites and social media accounts, and possible new rules for online advertising platforms.
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What to do
- Be wary of unexpected messages or websites claiming to be from government agencies, and verify them through official contact details.
- Report suspected impersonation websites or accounts to the relevant authority.
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