ECONOMIC FRAUD AND MARKET PLACE ABUSES: HOW THE FTC PROTECTS AMERICA’S SENIORS

摘要

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is on the front line of protecting elders from a wide range of economic fraud and market place abuses. Bogus online health products, “grandparent” and IRS imposter scams, and investment frauds are just some of the areas where its enforcement and educational efforts touch interests of older consumers. Mindful that many seniors are online and tech savvy, the FTC reaches older consumers through traditional as well as electronic media, including its Pass it On educational campaign, which empowers elders to educate their peers. The FTC also works closely with international colleagues to protect consumers - old and young - from emerging threats in the marketplace.