FTC reports 50% drop in unwanted call complaints since 2021

November 15, 2024 at 01:54PM The FTC reported a 50% decline in consumer complaints about unwanted telemarketing calls since 2021, with 1.1 million reports in 2023. The National Do Not Call Registry has 254 million active registrations. Key complaint categories include medical calls and imposters. Ongoing crackdowns aim to combat illegal telemarketing practices. ### Meeting … Read more

DOJ Slams XCast with $10 Million Fine Over Massive Illegal Robocall Operation

January 3, 2024 at 03:12AM The U.S. Department of Justice settled with VoIP provider XCast for illegal telemarketing campaigns. The agreement requires compliance measures and a $10 million penalty, suspended due to financial inability. XCast must sever ties with non-compliant firms. FTC also banned Response Tree for illegal robocalls and deceptive website practices, selling consumer … Read more