Urgent warning from the bank. Are Poles' savings at risk?
Alior Bank issues a warning to its clients about increasing sophistication in internet and phone scams targeting Polish citizens' savings.
Debt negotiation fair is held in Aracaju starting this Wednesday
A debt negotiation fair is taking place in Aracaju, Brazil, from November 11 to 13, organized by the local consumer protection agency (Procon).
Illegal loan sharking that harassed office workers with annual rates of 5200%... โOne reportโ stopped illegal collections
A worker, who borrowed 10 million KRW at an exorbitant annual interest rate of 5200%, reported his harassers and was able to halt illegal collections through a new one-stop support system implemented by the Financial Services Commission in South Korea.
Bafin Chief Mark Branson: "The System Has Significant Pitfalls"
Mark Branson, head of the German financial supervisory authority Bafin, discusses concerns regarding the consumer protection aspect of financial products sold by banks, questioning their suitability and pricing.
Financial Supervisory Service Launches Financial Consumer Protection Advisory Committee with Professor Kim Woo-chan as Vice Chairman
The Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) has launched the Financial Consumer Protection Advisory Committee aimed at enhancing consumer protection in finance, appointing Kim Woo-chan as vice chairman after the inaugural meeting held in Seoul.
Do not repay illegal loans with interest rates exceeding 60% per year... Financial Supervisory Service issues 'invalidity confirmation letter'
The Financial Supervisory Service of South Korea has implemented a system to issue invalidity confirmation letters for loan contracts with interest rates exceeding 60%, to assist victims of illegal lending.
Serious Concerns in the US Private Lending Market... Financial Supervisory Service Conducts Urgent Review of Domestic Impact
The Korean Financial Supervisory Service has initiated an urgent review of local securities firms following growing concerns about the US private lending market's instability.
Woori Financial to Hire Consumer Protection and AI Experts as Outside Directors
Woori Financial Group appoints new outside directors specialized in consumer protection and artificial intelligence.
Millions using 'buy now pay later' services to face major rule change summer 2026
A significant regulatory change for 'buy now pay later' services in the UK will come into effect in July 2026, imposing stricter consumer protections and oversight.
She Believed the Story About the Need to Save Money, Lost 120,000 Crowns
A woman lost 120,000 crowns after falling for a financial scam related to saving money.
Why a credit freeze isnโt the end of identity theft
A credit freeze can help prevent new credit accounts but does not fully protect against identity theft.
Complaints about data leaks spike in the interior of SP; learn how to protect yourself
Complaints regarding the misuse and sharing of personal and financial data have surged in Sรฃo Paulo, Brazil, exceeding 8,500 reports in 2025.
The Financial Supervisory Authority warns against four banks: Likely fraud
The Financial Supervisory Authority of Norway has issued a warning about four non-existent banks that are likely part of a fraud scheme.
Fees for pension savings will swallow up to half of the returns
The article discusses how certain fees related to pension savings in Czechia can consume a significant portion of the investment returns.
Trump intensifies offensive against US consumer protection agency
The Trump administration is ramping up its attack on the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, claiming it imposes excessive credit costs on Americans.
How to borrow completely for free. Thousands of Czechs have used a way to legally cheat creditors
Czechs are increasingly finding ways to take out loans for free, including mortgages, which is raising concerns among creditors and regulators about the consequences of this practice.
Important changes for bank and insurance customers. It's about complaints
The article discusses recent changes in the rules for handling financial complaints in Poland, aimed at simplifying the complaint process for customers.
Hana Financial Group Declares 'Consumer Protection Charter'
Hana Financial Group has announced the establishment of a 'Consumer Protection Charter' aimed at enhancing consumer protection management systems.
Watchdogs promise better safeguards for buy now pay later shoppers: Money LIVE
New rules promising enhanced protections for buy now pay later shoppers in the UK will be implemented this summer, aimed at preventing financial overstretching for consumers.
A loan can turn into a nightmare. The registry and the fees will help
This article discusses the potential pitfalls of loans and the importance of a registry and fee structure to help borrowers.
Buy now, pay later shake-up with stricter checks from July confirmed
Changes to buy now, pay later schemes will ensure stricter affordability checks and improved customer support starting July 15, 2026.
Your money is flying away with fake mobile towers!
The article discusses the financial losses incurred by individuals due to the presence of fake mobile towers in India.
British Gas customers warned over 'freebie' that could 'save households ยฃ200'
British Gas customers are cautioned about scams posing as offers that could steal personal and financial information.
Woori Financial Group to Proactively Block Risk Factors and Promote Preventive Consumer Protection System
Woori Financial Group announced its initiative to shift to a proactive consumer protection system, focusing on preventing risks throughout the design, sale, and operation of financial products.
Luxury giant on the brink. Saks Global struggled after acquiring Neiman Marcus
Saks Global filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection due to financial struggles exacerbated by its merger with Neiman Marcus and changing consumer behaviors.
Conservative legal group targets CFPB rule mandating race, sex data in home loans
A Trump-aligned legal group is urging the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to eliminate a rule requiring lenders to report demographic data, arguing it detracts from focusing on borrowers' creditworthiness.
The Hour of the Insurance Arbitrator Begins
Starting January 15, a new season for consumer protection in the insurance sector begins with the launch of the Insurance Arbitrator, which aims to balance the historically uneven relationship between citizens and insurance companies.
Right of withdrawal, information... France tightens rules on online sale of financial services
France has implemented new, stricter regulations for online financial services aimed at enhancing consumer protection, following a European directive.
Zohran Mamdani Targets Junk Fees and Hidden Charges in Executive Orders
Zohran Mamdani has issued executive orders aimed at eliminating junk fees and hidden charges that impose financial burdens on consumers.
Judge says Trump administration must continue funding consumer watchdog
A federal judge has ruled that the Trump administration must continue funding the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, which faces potential collapse due to political threats.