What: Virtual press conference to announce the Metro NY Better Business Bureau top ten consumer complaint and scam categories from 2023 and news from multiple agencies about scam trends, including the rise of fraud related to generative AI.

Who: BBB Metro New York joined by Federal Trade Commission, U.S. Postal Inspection Service, U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission, Internal Revenue Service, New York State Department of State Division of Consumer Protection, U.S. Social Security Administration, New York City Department of Consumer & Worker Protection, and AARP.

When:  Tuesday, March 5, 2024, 11:00 am to 12:00 pm ET.

Where: Online video conference; journalists should register to receive login credentials.

Details:  Speakers from consumer protection organizations and government agencies will share the latest data and trends on scams and fraudulent business practices, as well as their efforts to protect consumers in 2024.

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Speakers:

Claire Rosenzweig, President & CEO, BBB Serving Metropolitan New York

Adam Hersh, Consumer Protection Attorney, Federal Trade Commission

Paula J. O’Brien-Soler, Director, NYS Department of State’s Division  Consumer Protection

Max Dubin, Special Counsel, NYS Department of Financial Services

Vilda Vera Mayuga, Commissioner, NYS Department of Consumer and Worker Protection

Judy Weinstock, Assistant Regional Director, NY Regional Office of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission

John Del Giudice, Assistant Inspector in Charge, New York Division, U.S. Postal Inspection Service

Odily Bonilla, Public Affairs Specialist, Social Security Administration

Paulina Rodriguez, Assistant Special Agent in Charge, New York Field Office IRS Criminal Investigation

Wilson Guzman, Associate State Director of Engagement, AARP

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