FTC Settles with Operators of Tech Support Scams

2017-10-30

The FTC has announced that the operators of two alleged tech support scams have agreed to settle agency charges that they deceived consumers into believing their computers were infected with viruses and malware, and then charged them hundreds of dollars for unnecessary repairs. As set forth in the complaints, the defendants allegedly contacted consumers through … Read more

FTC Pursues Fake Tech Support Scammers

2016-11-07

The FTC has shut down a multinational tech support company that they allege are using pop-up ads with loud siren type audio sounds, to alert computer users of false security threats. The alerts prompt the users to call a toll-free number that connects them to overseas telemarketers. These telemarketers then offer, for hundreds of dollars, … Read more