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Legacy Cremation exploits consumer trust in local businesses offering end-of-life services, marketing itself as a local cremation and funeral provider despite the fact that it does not own or operate any crematories or funeral homes.
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Alleged ‘Trump Bucks’ Elder Scam Puts Balkan Pair in FBI Sights
US authorities say they thwarted an overseas scheme to trick supporters of President Trump into buying bogus “Trump Bucks” on the promise that they could be exchanged for legal tender.
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Nineteen U.S. attorneys general voice concerns to F1, FIA over tobacco industry sponsorship
AGs pointed to scientific evidence from the CDC that tobacco advertising and promotion does influence younger individuals to start using tobacco products.
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Michele Oneil/Legacy Builders
What you need to know about this purported money-making opportunity.
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#AdAlert Givebutter’s Hidden Fees
How a donation made on this fundraising platform can turn into a costly transaction.
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Who’s Who and Who’s Sued: Celebrities Fight Back against Fake Endorsements
Latest edition: Dua Lipa v Samsung
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School shooting survivor sues AI gun detection firm after system failed to spot weapon
How accurate does an AI system need to be?
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Cambodia has failed to dismantle much of its online scam industry despite a yearlong crackdown that authorities said would eliminate the scourge, according to an Amnesty International report that challenges official claims of success.
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Don’t Troll the Scam Texts. You’re Only Helping the Scammers.
It may be fun, but replying to ‘smishing’ texts can confirm your number is active, expose personal details and make you a target for future fraud
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Customers Are Giving Billions to Scammers. Tellers Are Intervening.
With cybercrime continuing to rise, some banks are testing new prevention strategies. JPMorgan Chase hired a behavioral scientist.
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Kars4Kids Can Continue Broadcasting Ads in California, Appeals Court Says
A lower court last month found that the ads from the charity, known for its ear-worm jingle, had violated false-advertising laws.
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Prediction markets, which have become a multi-billion-dollar industry in just a few years are booming. So are worries about rampant insider trading
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Four Big Takeaways From the FBI’s Report on Internet Crime
*Cybercriminals embrace AI
*Teens are a prime target
*Government-impersonation scams increase
*Crypto fraud rises
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Joe Sedelmaier, Auteur Behind ‘Where’s the Beef?’ Ad, Dies at 92
He directed nearly 1,000 comedic commercials, including a much-quoted spot for Wendy’s and one for FedEx featuring a manic speed talker.
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US groups urge investigation into child safety and spending on Roblox
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Under names such as Brain Honey, Mind Boost, Brain Vex or Memopezil, scammers are touting products said to be able to reverse the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, often with claims that they've been endorsed by Bill Gates.
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Earworm Kars4Kids jingle yanked from California airwaves for false advertising
Charity failed to mention it funnels about $45m annually to Jewish non-profit that organizes Israel trips for teens
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Marketer that claimed it could tap devices for ad targeting will pay $880K settlement
Two additional marketing companies will also pay $25,000 each.
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New Research Upends the Argument for a Popular Longevity Supplement
A central claim about N.A.D. isn’t as straightforward as influencers make it out to be.
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Russia’s plan to advertise on rockets and spacecraft takes off
Since January 1, Russian rockets have been regularly plastered with advertising for banks, restaurants, and more.
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Minnesota prohibits prediction markets, promptly gets sued by Trump admin
State law makes it a felony to create, operate, or advertise prediction markets.
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