FCC revises Verizon phone unlocking rules after significant fraud issues

The Federal Communications Commission revised a long-standing rule that required Verizon Communications to unlock ​its mobile ...

FCC cracks down on robocall reporting violations

FCC imposes new $10,000 fines on telecom companies for false robocall filings. New penalties take effect Feb. 5 to strengthen ...

A Walmart 'robocall scam' currently sweeping the nation, warns FCC. Here's how fake employees will try to trick you into giving up your info

A nationwide robocall scam involving fake Walmart employees is pressuring Americans to share sensitive information, according to federal regulators and telecom security experts. The automated calls, ...

FCC kills Verizon's 60-day phone unlocking rule after massive fraud spike

The revision effectively removes an unlocking timeframe unique to Verizon among major US carriers. Previously, the company ...
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FCC details robocall scam from fake ‘Walmart’ employees: What to know

(NEXSTAR) – The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has issued a cease-and-desist order to a company that’s believed to be allowing the transmission of “illegal robocalls” targeting American ...

Verizon Can Now Lock Your Phone Until It's Fully Paid Off

The FCC revises Verizon's phone unlocking rule after significant fraud issues, where criminals sold handsets at a premium on ...
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FCC warns millions of Walmart shoppers about new scams

Millions of Walmart shoppers are being targeted by a new wave of sophisticated robocall scams that mimic the retailer's brand, exploit artificial intelligence, and try to pry loose credit card numbers ...