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January 18, 2021 / Last updated : January 18, 2021 ResearchBuzz Security & Legal Issues

MakeUseOf: How to Protect Yourself From Fraudulent Stores on Shopify

MakeUseOf: How to Protect Yourself From Fraudulent Stores on Shopify. “A recent Fakespot report found roughly 20 percent of stores on Shopify are ‘related to fraudulent practices.’ This analysis found further startling information: of the nearly 26,000 stores found to be fraudulent, 39 percent percent had counterfeit issues, brand infringements, or a poor reputation; 28 […]

January 18, 2021 / Last updated : January 18, 2021 ResearchBuzz COVID-19

New York Times: Some people are already experiencing delays getting their second stimulus payments.

New York Times: Some people are already experiencing delays getting their second stimulus payments.. “Many payments have been sent to inactive or temporary accounts that taxpayers don’t have access to. It’s not clear how many people are affected, but the tax preparation company Jackson Hewitt said the Internal Revenue Service had sent payments to more […]

January 11, 2021 / Last updated : January 11, 2021 ResearchBuzz Research & Opinion

Study: Words should match the pictures when broadcasting social media safety messages (News-Medical)

News-Medical: Study: Words should match the pictures when broadcasting social media safety messages. “When using social media to nudge people toward safe and healthy behaviors, it’s critical to make sure the words match the pictures, according to a new study. After looking at social media posts, parents of young children were better able to recall […]

January 6, 2021 / Last updated : January 6, 2021 ResearchBuzz COVID-19

CBS 46: Latest data estimates 19.5% of homes in several metro Atlanta cities are in a mortgage forbearance program

CBS 46: Latest data estimates 19.5% of homes in several metro Atlanta cities are in a mortgage forbearance program. “The Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta has released a new tool that will help local agencies determine which areas have had the most financial impact from COVID-19. The new website provides maps and graphs of mortgage […]

December 23, 2020 / Last updated : December 23, 2020 ResearchBuzz Security & Legal Issues

SC Magazine: Breach alerts dismissed as junk? New guide for sending vital emails may help

SC Magazine: Breach alerts dismissed as junk? New guide for sending vital emails may help. “Bulk emails sent en masse to recipients can easily appear suspicious, but they may actually be legally required alerts informing customers about data breaches, privacy policy changes or product recalls. Some may instruct recipients to change their passwords or subscribe […]

December 17, 2020 / Last updated : December 17, 2020 ResearchBuzz COVID-19

EurekAlert: Public cameras provide valuable insights on pandemic, consumers

EurekAlert: Public cameras provide valuable insights on pandemic, consumers. “Technology similar to massive search engines used to scour the web may soon be used to provide new insights into consumer behavior and the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on economies across the world. The technology also may be a useful tool for reducing misinformation in […]

December 1, 2020 / Last updated : December 1, 2020 ResearchBuzz COVID-19

ABC News: How to watch out for scams as a coronavirus vaccine nears

ABC News: How to watch out for scams as a coronavirus vaccine nears. “Homeland Security Investigations officials are preparing for a crush of new scams when the coronavirus vaccine is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, which could come in a few weeks.”

November 27, 2020 / Last updated : November 27, 2020 ResearchBuzz New Resources

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Launches Refreshed Website with a New Interactive Enforcement Database

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Launches Refreshed Website with a New Interactive Enforcement Database. “The updated website will feature additional user functionality, an improved layout, more content, and easier access to information. Notably, the refresh will also include a new interactive enforcement database to help the public track the Bureau’s enforcement actions. […]

November 24, 2020 / Last updated : November 24, 2020 ResearchBuzz Useful Stuff

MakeUseOf: How to Spot Mail Fraud and Online Scams This Holiday Season

MakeUseOf: How to Spot Mail Fraud and Online Scams This Holiday Season. “Studies suggest Americans will spend over $400 billion in total on holiday gifts, goodies, and travel, making it a big target for scammers. So, here’s how to spot mailing scams during the holidays and keep yourself safe.”

November 23, 2020 / Last updated : November 23, 2020 ResearchBuzz COVID-19

Scotland Daily Record: Citizens Advice Scotland launches online ‘Money Map’ to help people access immediate support

Country-specific in this case. Scotland Daily Record: Citizens Advice Scotland launches online ‘Money Map’ to help people access immediate support. “The unique tool… brings together all the options on how people can improve their incomes and cut their living costs through issues such as housing, benefits and energy bills and directs them to online sites […]

November 17, 2020 / Last updated : November 17, 2020 ResearchBuzz COVID-19

Sitejabber: Coronavirus Consumer Resource Center

From Sitejabber: Coronavirus Consumer Resource Center. “This time of uncertainty and alarm has brought out both the best and worst in businesses. While some aim to help with donations and discounts, others offer false information and scams to make more money. As a leading platform of authentic consumer resources, we are providing this consumer-centric guide […]

November 14, 2020 / Last updated : November 14, 2020 ResearchBuzz COVID-19

WKRN: Credit card fraud rising amid COVID-19 pandemic, how to avoid it

WKRN: Credit card fraud rising amid COVID-19 pandemic, how to avoid it. “As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, concerns over credit card fraud worsen. News 2 spoke with Robyn Householder, President/CEO of Better Business Bureau in Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky, about the recent increase in this type of crime.”

November 5, 2020 / Last updated : November 5, 2020 ResearchBuzz COVID-19

Recession’s Silver Lining: American Households Are Doing Better Than Expected (New York Times)

New York Times: Recession’s Silver Lining: American Households Are Doing Better Than Expected. “Since April, consumer savings have increased, credit scores have surged to a record high and household debt has dropped. The billions of dollars that banks set aside at the start of the crisis to cover anticipated losses on loans to customers have […]

November 2, 2020 / Last updated : November 2, 2020 ResearchBuzz New Resources

FTC Announces New Fraud Reporting Platform for Consumers: ReportFraud. ftc. gov (Federal Trade Commission)

Federal Trade Commission: FTC Announces New Fraud Reporting Platform for Consumers: ReportFraud. ftc. gov. “At ReportFraud.ftc.gov, consumers will find a streamlined and user-friendly way to submit reports to the FTC about scams, frauds, and bad business practices. The FTC has long encouraged consumers to report these issues to the FTC when they encounter them—whether or […]

October 31, 2020 / Last updated : October 31, 2020 ResearchBuzz COVID-19

BuzzFeed News: People Have Nothing Left — Literally $0 — Because Of The Pandemic

BuzzFeed News: People Have Nothing Left — Literally $0 — Because Of The Pandemic. “When 2020 began, C. Adams started a new job at an engineering firm that paid $65,000. He had already downsized to a three-bedroom home in Georgia to help save for his two teenage daughters’ college funds. Expenses were manageable. When the […]

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