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Top 4 scams that target young adults

Jan 17, 2025

Young adults (ages 20-29) fall victim to more scams and fraud than any other age group.

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Alerts

Website www.mainspringcapitalltd.com is Fraudulently Posing as a California-licensed Investment Adviser

Feb 3, 2025

The California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) has received information that the website mainspringcapitalltd.com is fraudulently marketing itself as a licensed investment adviser.

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Press Release

DFPI Takes Action Against Patelco Credit Union for Cybersecurity Violations

Feb 4, 2025

The California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) announced today a consent order with San Francisco-based, Patelco Credit Union (Patelco) for cybersecurity violations.

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At the DFPI, we believe the more information you have, the more empowered you can be. We work hard to provide Californians with financial education, fraud and scam alerts, resources, and tools to help them make smart financial choices.

Upcoming DFPI Events

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Protect Yourself from Identity Theft workshop

Event Date: February 18 Location: Simi Valley Senior Center

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Senior Resources & Scam Stoppers Webinar hosted by Asm. Christopher Ward (AD78)

Event Date: February 21 Location: The Manor on Bankers Hill

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Tacos and Taxes Financial Fair

Event Date: February 22 Location: Fremont Family Resource Center