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How to spot a CAPTCHA scam

BCP Staff
The FTC is getting reports about a new phishing scam that looks a lot like the CAPTCHA requests you might be used to seeing. Real CAPTCHAs give you image- or text-based tasks to prove you’re not a robot — something like typing letters and numbers exactly as they appear, or matching pictures of things like fire hydrants or traffic lights. Here’s how the fake CAPTCHA requests happen…and how you could wind up installing malware on your own device.
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What will the FTC’s enforcement of the TAKE IT DOWN Act mean for you?

BCP Staff
Having someone share an intimate photo or video of you online without your consent can be stressful and overwhelming. These images, including AI-generated deepfakes, can spread quickly and cause real and lasting harm. That’s why Congress passed the TAKE IT DOWN Act—and why the FTC is holding platforms accountable under the law.
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Join the FTC for a workshop on age verification

BCP Staff
With so many kids spending time online — gaming, texting, and connecting with friends — parents need tools to help kids make good decisions and stay safe. The FTC has free resources with practical advice to empower parents and caregivers to talk with kids about their privacy and safety online. And this week the FTC will host an Age Verification Workshop to explore whether technology can help.

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