Federal Trade Commission Archives

Protecting your privacy: Phone and cable records

This week, the Office of the Attorney General’s “Consumer Caution Corner” outlines the Federal Communications Commission’s guidance on how to protect the privacy of your phone and cable records. In a time when numerous entities collect and store personal information, you want to...

Posted On Aug 24 2017 06:00

, By Michael J. Cyganek (Special to the Saipan Tribune)

Managing debt

This week, the Office of the Attorney General’s “Consumer Caution Corner” outlines the Federal Trade Commission’s guidance on how to manage debt. If you owe money you cannot repay, you need a plan. Do not ignore the problem. There are people who can help you. Where do I start? •...

Posted On Jul 13 2017 06:00

, By Michael J. Cyganek (Consumer Counsel, Office of the Attorney General)

Using debit cards

This week, the Office of the Attorney General’s “Consumer Caution Corner” outlines the Federal Trade Commission’s guidance on debit cards. Debit cards are a way to pay for things. They use money from your checking account at the bank. They can be convenient. But to avoid spending...

Posted On Jun 08 2017 06:00

, By Michael J. Cyganek (Special to the Saipan Tribune)

Western Union to pay $184M fine for past AML violations

WASHINGTON, D.C.—The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network, or FinCEN, has assessed a $184 million civil money penalty against Western Union Financial Services, Inc. Western Union consented to FinCEN’s determination that prior to 2012, it willfully violated the Bank Secrecy Act’s...

Posted On Jan 23 2017 06:06

, By Press Release

Protecting your privacy: Phone and cable records

Managing debt

Using debit cards

Western Union to pay $184M fine for past AML violations

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