FTC finds social media scams have more than tripled within the last year

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In other words, while beneficial, social media platforms present new risks for consumers who may be used to telemarketers and other phone scams, but not sophisticated shell companies and fake social media profiles. This issue will continue to be of grave importance as time goes on. The question is, will the government be able to offer any tangible solutions?

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