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6 Scams That Target College Students

October 13, 2009

In a new and ironic twist, illegal downloaders are targeted by Internet scammers.

Education - College Cash 101

Should Blogger Sponsorship Deals Be Regulated?

September 15, 2009

The FTC weighs new guidelines. Marketers say the Web polices its own.

Opinion

Internet Polices Itself on Blogger Advertising Better Than the FTC Ever Could

September 15, 2009

Long list of exposed falsehoods shows why federal guidelines are nice, but strict laws are unneeded.

Opinion

Fairness in Advertising Must Extend to the Blogosphere

September 15, 2009

When bloggers are being paid to say a product is good, readers should know the deal.

Opinion

Health Buzz: Psoriasis Treatment and Other Health News

September 19, 2008

A crackdown on fake cancer cures, a warning against new drugs, and losing weight through volumetrics.

Health

A Warning for Boomers Looking for Work

September 2, 2008

Beware job search firms who require hefty upfront payments.

Money - The Inside Job

Critics Blast Wal-Mart for Lobbying Against Carbon-Offset Guidelines

August 11, 2008

Despite its own green efforts, the company thinks the FTC should not define carbon offsets.

Money - Fresh Greens

Student Loan Fraud

June 27, 2008

FTC releases a new guide on avoiding misleading ads.

Money - Alpha Consumer

Tips for Avoiding Student Loan Scams

June 26, 2008

Be very skeptical of any offer that looks like it's coming from the federal government.

Education - On Education

How to Avoid Everyday Privacy Risks

April 30, 2008

Survey shows that most people aren't aware of how their personal information is used.

Money - Personal Finance

Postal Service Warns About ID Theft

February 21, 2008

Thieves can use 'change of address' forms to redirect mail.

Money - Alpha Consumer

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