Presentations Workshop 7: Telecom & Communication - GASS Americas 2024

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On Day 2 of the Global Anti-Scam Summit Americas, Ben Davidson and Linda Vanderloop captivated the audience with their impactful presentations on FTC enforcement against illegal telemarketing and robocalls.

Ben Davidson, Do Not Call Enforcement Coordinator at the FTC, provided a deep dive into the strategies and legal actions taken by the FTC to crack down on illegal telemarketing operations, shedding light on the innovative tools used to disrupt scam networks.

Linda Vanderloop, AVP External Affairs/Regulatory at AT&T, followed with a compelling overview of the fight against robocalls, highlighting recent enforcement successes, challenges, and how collaboration with industry partners is driving progress in protecting consumers.

Ben Davidson - FTC enforcement against illegal telemarketing.pdf

Linda Vandeloop - Robocall Mitigation.pdf

Nov 20, 2024
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