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How privacy and data security legislation will fare after Nov. 2
The midterm elections will likely result in a shift in political power. How will that impact pending privacy and data security bills? Article | 28 Oct 2010
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FTC again delays Red Flags Rule enforcement deadline
Fifth extension comes at the request of members of Congress who are considering limiting the scope of businesses covered by the law. Article | 28 May 2010
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FTC announces fourth Red Flags Rule extension
Members of Congress asked FTC to delay enforcement of identity-theft regulation for organizations the FTC governs Article | 02 Nov 2009
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Identity Theft Assistance Center marks five years of helping victims
The Identity Theft Assistance Center (ITAC), a nonprofit cooperative of financial-services companies, is celebrating its fifth anniversary with a reception in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday. ITAC has helped 60,000 of its 38 member companies' customers... Interview | 14 Sep 2009
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Federal Trade Commission announces third Red Flags Rule extension
Extension gives state-chartered credit unions and other FTC-governed entities more time to develop an identity theft prevention program. Article | 30 Jul 2009
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Regulatory reform will require much work ahead
Financial security pros will need to step it up in light of President Obama's plan to overhaul the financial regulatory system, David Schneier writes. News | 22 Jun 2009
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FTC extends Red Flags Rule deadline
Extension gives non-banking creditors and state-chartered credit unions more time to develop an identity theft prevention program. Article | 01 May 2009
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Red Flags rule: Unclear guidance biggest challenge
The Red Flags rule, issued by the Federal Trade Commission and federal banking regulators last October, took effect Jan. 1. It requires financial institutions and creditors to have policies and procedures for spotting red flags that indicate possible... Interview | 29 Sep 2008
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Financial institutions prepare for Red Flag deadline
Compliance with federal requirement for ID theft prevention program requires credit union to bring policies together. Article | 23 Jun 2008
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Data wiping -- weighing the options
Weigh the pros and cons of software disk-wiping and determine if it can protect against data compromise in this Q&A. Interview | 28 Dec 2007
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Red Flag Rules compliance demands a risk-based approach
Financial-services firms face significant risk if they cannot demonstrate compliance with the federal Red Flag Rules, which require organizations to implement a program that effectively detects, prevents and mitigates identity theft risk. In this tip... Tip
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Overcoming USA Patriot Act challenges
Financial firms are required to comply with the USA Patriot Act; however, it doesn't come without its challenges. Experts Michael Rasmussen and Michael Landers spell out the issues facing the financial sector and how they can overcome them. Tip
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FACTA's red flags of identity theft
FACTA's Red Flags rule takes effect later this year. Learn how car dealerships to debt collectors need to adjust to comply with this new rule. Tip
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Red Flags Rule (RFR)
The Red Flags Rule (RFR) is a set of United States federal regulations that require certain businesses and organizations to develop and implement documented plans to protect consumers from identity theft. Word
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FCRA (Fair Credit Reporting Act)
FCRA (Fair Credit Reporting Act) is a United States Law that regulates how consumer credit information is collected, used and shared... (Continued) Word
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Red Flags Rule and preparing for new regulations
Financial institutions face tough compliance requirements in the Red Flags Rule and the new Massachusetts data protection law. In this video, Richard Mackey discusses how companies can create an effective compliance framework. Video
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Red Flags Rule compliance
Learn about Red Flags Rule compliance from John Carlson, senior vice president of regulatory affairs for BITS, a division of the Financial Services Roundtable. Carlson offers insight on common compliance pitfalls and the state of compliance in the fi... Video
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How privacy and data security legislation will fare after Nov. 2
The midterm elections will likely result in a shift in political power. How will that impact pending privacy and data security bills? Article
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FTC again delays Red Flags Rule enforcement deadline
Fifth extension comes at the request of members of Congress who are considering limiting the scope of businesses covered by the law. Article
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Red Flags Rule (RFR)
The Red Flags Rule (RFR) is a set of United States federal regulations that require certain businesses and organizations to develop and implement documented plans to protect consumers from identity theft. Word
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FTC announces fourth Red Flags Rule extension
Members of Congress asked FTC to delay enforcement of identity-theft regulation for organizations the FTC governs Article
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Identity Theft Assistance Center marks five years of helping victims
The Identity Theft Assistance Center (ITAC), a nonprofit cooperative of financial-services companies, is celebrating its fifth anniversary with a reception in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday. ITAC has helped 60,000 of its 38 member companies' customers... Interview
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Red Flags Rule and preparing for new regulations
Financial institutions face tough compliance requirements in the Red Flags Rule and the new Massachusetts data protection law. In this video, Richard Mackey discusses how companies can create an effective compliance framework. Video
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Federal Trade Commission announces third Red Flags Rule extension
Extension gives state-chartered credit unions and other FTC-governed entities more time to develop an identity theft prevention program. Article
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Regulatory reform will require much work ahead
Financial security pros will need to step it up in light of President Obama's plan to overhaul the financial regulatory system, David Schneier writes. News
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Red Flags Rule compliance
Learn about Red Flags Rule compliance from John Carlson, senior vice president of regulatory affairs for BITS, a division of the Financial Services Roundtable. Carlson offers insight on common compliance pitfalls and the state of compliance in the fi... Video
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FTC extends Red Flags Rule deadline
Extension gives non-banking creditors and state-chartered credit unions more time to develop an identity theft prevention program. Article
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About FACTA law requirements
The Fair and Accurate Credit Transaction Act (FACTA) allows consumers to request and obtain a free credit report each year. Learn about FACTA law compliance and requirements, including Red Flags and how this regulation enables financial services companies to prevent identity fraud and theft, as well as liabilities, violations and lawsuits.