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People are using stolen credit card details and the dark web to launder money via the purchase and re-selling of Fortnite's in-game currency, V-Bucks.
I've put this information together as a guide to assist you with finding out what to do next in the event that you have had your identity stolen, as well as some tips to ensure it doesn't happen again.
Oct 5, 2023 · The FTC’s $275 million proposed settlement with Epic Games, owner of Fortnite, alleges the company violated the law by collecting personal information from kids under 13 without parental consent and by enabling voice and text chat by default – an unfair practice that put kids and teens in risky contact with strangers.
Thanks to a settlement with the FTC, Epic now has to make sure players and parents confirm purchases. They can’t lock you out of the game for disputing charges. And Epic also has to pay $245 million to those they unfairly charged or locked out of a Fortnite account.
May 21, 2020 · Identity theft, credit card fraud, and the rampant spread of malware are among the many consequences Fortnite scams may lead to. While these scams are masked with alluring “Free V-Bucks” promises, parents and players should be vigilant online.
Jan 17, 2019 · File an identity theft report with your local police department through the non-emergency number and explain you are the victim of identity theft. They can tell you what information you need to provide.
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As part of a proposed federal court order filed by the Department of Justice on behalf of the FTC, Epic will pay a $275 million monetary penalty for violating the COPPA Rule—the largest penalty ever obtained for violating an FTC rule.
