Consumer Protection Agencies

44. How Online Misinformation Harms Vulnerable Individuals in Brazil

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44. How Online Misinformation Harms Vulnerable Individuals in Brazil In a small town in Brazil, a charismatic religious leader, Pastor Luiz, uses social media to promote exorcism services, claiming to cure various ailments. Vulnerable individuals, like 40-year-old Maria, spend large sums of money on these services. Individual outcomes Maria faces financial loss and emotional harm. […]

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41. How Online Misinformation Leads to Serious Complications in London

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41. How Online Misinformation Leads to Serious Complications in London John, a 45-year-old from London, opts for a kidney transplant in a clinic in Thailand, lured by the promise of lower costs advertised on a seemingly reputable medical tourism website. The surgery leads to serious complications due to poorly performed operation and lack of immediate

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31. How a False Claim Sparks Nationwide Panic Buying of Flu Drugs

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31. How a False Claim Sparks Nationwide Panic Buying of Flu Drugs In 2022, a famous influencer, Jenna Thompson, based in Los Angeles, falsely promotes a herbal supplement as a miracle cure for a new strain of flu on her social media platforms. Her significant following leads to panic buying across the United States, particularly

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14. How a Phishing Scam Exploited Retirees in London

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14. How a Phishing Scam Exploited Retirees in London In London, a group of retirees, including 72-year-old Elizabeth Morgan, fall victim to a sophisticated phishing scam disguised as an investment opportunity. The scam, promoted through a seemingly reputable financial blog, exploits the victims’ gullibility. Individual outcomes Individuals like Elizabeth suffer significant financial losses, leading to

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