Robocalls, those persistent and intrusive calls that disrupt our daily lives, have been a bane for Americans for decades. While regulatory crackdowns have made some headway in curbing their proliferation, a new threat has emerged: 'consent farms.' These clandestine operations are taking advantage of unsuspecting individuals, making them unwitting victims of spam calls, even if... Continue Reading →
Understanding the Scope of National Do Not Call Registry Protection for Cell Phones: Insights from Recent Legal Opinion
In the digital age, where communication is at our fingertips, the issue of unwanted telemarketing calls has garnered increasing attention. A recent legal development has thrown light on a crucial aspect of this matter - does the National Do Not Call Registry (DNC) protection extend to cell phones? Let's delve into the details of the... Continue Reading →
Beware of Rising Google Business Profile Robocall Scams: Protecting Yourself Against Fraud
In a digital age where communication is crucial, scammers are finding new ways to exploit business owners. Recent data from Hiya, a company specializing in phone fraud and spam tracking, highlights an alarming trend: Google Business Profile robocall scams are on the rise in 2023. This surge in fraudulent activity underscores the importance of vigilance... Continue Reading →
Putting an End to Unwanted Calls: FCC’s Stand Against Robocall Scams
Empowering Consumers and Combating Unwanted Calls and Texts In today's digital age, where our phones are almost an extension of ourselves, there's an alarming intrusion that disrupts our lives – unwanted calls and texts. Recognizing the urgency, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) have united forces under "Operation Stop Scam... Continue Reading →
FCC Slams Record Penalty on Transnational Auto Warranty Robocalling Operation
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) recently dealt a significant blow to an international network of companies engaged in a massive auto warranty scam robocalling operation. This complex scheme involved placing more than five billion robocalls to over 500 million phone numbers in just three months. Violating federal statutes, FCC regulations, and spoofing laws, the scammers... Continue Reading →