‘Free iPhone’ Text Message Spammer Settles FTC Charges
An Internet marketer has agreed to settle FTC allegations that he blasted consumers with over 20 million deceptive spam text messages.
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Canada Takes Action Against Unlawful Robocalling
Political entities issued penalties for using robocalls in violation of CRTC Unsolicited Telecommunications Rules
FTC Mobile Security Workshop to be Webcast June 4th
On June 4, 2013, the Federal Trade Commission will host a public forum on mobile security issues including potential threats to US consumers and possible solutions to those threats.
Launch of National Cyber Security Awareness Week in Australia
ACMA has launched a webpage containing detailed stats of malicious software (malware) infections reported daily to ISPs and other network operators through the Australian Internet Security Initiative (AISI).
German anti-botnet advisory recommends the use of ad blockers for security
In an open letter to several prominent German websites, Botfrei, the German anti-botnet advisory centre, has defended its advice to users to run advertisement-blocking tools.
Best Practices Workshop
Presentations from LAP Spring 2013 meeting now available for Members to view
FTC Cracks Down on Senders of Spam Text Messages Promoting “Free” Gift Cards
The FTC has charged 29 defendants with collectively sending more than 180 million unwanted text messages to consumers
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