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Did you get an unexpected call from someone demanding money right now? Here's a simple rule: HANG UP. Scammers try to pressure you to act before you can think. Legit businesses and government agencies will NEVER ask you to pay with gift cards, cryptocurrency, or wire transfers.

Helping your child start and maintain good credit is important for their financial future. These tips will help you protect them from identity theft or bad credit: files.consumerfinance.gov/f/documents/20…

Protect thyself against construction scams. Before hiring someone, always verify online if a potential contractor is licensed. Learn more about construction scams at scams.utah.gov.

Is your online romance too good to be true? Protect Your Heart & Your Wallet: •NEVER send money or share personal details with someone you’ve only met online. •Do a reverse image search of the profile pic. •Watch out for excuses about why they can’t meet in person.

Getting your finances in order is essential for running a successful business! Start with a solid balance sheet to track your capital, assets, and expenses. Learn more: #id-start-with-a-balance-sheet" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">sba.gov/business-guide…

When you're trying to get out of debt, it's easy to be tempted by quick fixes. But watch out for these red flags that signal a scam: •Upfront Fees •Guaranteed Results •Lack of Written Agreement •Pressure to Act Now Learn more: consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alert…

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Protéjase contra las estafas criptomonedas. Estas estafas populares toman su dinero y le brindan un activo digital sin valor. youtube.com/watch?v=Fv1vKg…

Learn how fraudsters use social media to lure unsuspecting investors this National Consumer Protection Week. Scammers build fake relationships and create realistic-looking investments. Avoid unsolicited messages and never share financial info. investor.gov/introduction-i… #NCPW2026

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@UtahCommerce the links to two of three of these Mitigation Agreements are broken please fix them. Important to make sure AI innovation is done well & transparently to the public. commerce.utah.gov/ai/agreements/

Today is National “Slam the Scam” Day!  Don't let government impostors pressure you into making an immediate payment. If you spot red flags, HANG UP, and help #SlamTheScam by reporting suspicious activity. Learn how to protect yourself: ssa.gov/scam. #NCPW2026 @UtahAG

This National Consumer Protection Week, remember to stay on guard against unsolicited calls! Scammers try to trick seniors into sharing personal info or money. If you receive a call from someone you don’t recognize, especially if they ask for sensitive details, hang up. #NCPW2026

Cuando se trata de inversiones, tenga en cuenta que hay alguien que habla mucho. Si no se proporciona la documentación para su revisión, no invierta youtube.com/shorts/fhXx08N…

It's National Consumer Protection Week! Here is a great resource to save from the FCC to help answer your questions on everything from managing your money, handling debt, and avoiding scams: consumer.gov #NCPW2026

Utah is set to receive $567,810.77 from a multistate settlement with Walmart over deceptive practices. The settlement resolves allegations that Walmart misled customers and drivers by misrepresenting base pay and keeping tips meant for drivers. commerce.utah.gov/2026/02/26/ftc… @UtahDCP

Seniors, beware of sneaky scammers! Protect yourself by making W.I.S.E.R. choices. Always look for red flags and research before committing to anything. Learn how to become a W.I.S.E.R. consumer and keep yourself safe: commerce.utah.gov/2022/11/21/the…

• Geoff Landward (Commissioner, @higeredutah) • Lexi Pasi (Co-founder, Lucidity Sciences) • Scott Pulsipher (President, @WGU) • David Wingate (Associate Professor, @BYU) 🔗prohumanai.utah.gov

Meet the Task Force: • @MargaretBusse (Executive Director, Commerce) • Jefferson Moss (Executive Director, GOEO) • Kirk Cullimore (Utah Senate majority leader) • Marvin Dodge (Executive Director, @UtahGovOps) • Dr. Molly Hart (State Superintendent, @UTBoardofEd)

Utah is setting the standard for the future of tech. Today, we announced the Pro-Human AI Task Force to ensure technology works FOR us, not instead of us. The goal? AI that is Human-Guided and Human-Enhancing. #ProHumanAI @BusinessUtah prohumanai.utah.gov

Great to co-host with ⁦@SenJohnCurtis⁩ a conversation about AI policy with key industry leaders and policymakers. Utah is leading the way in its policy approach, ⁦@SenJohnCurtis⁩ is leading at the federal level, and ⁦@AGDerekBrown⁩ is leading with other AGs