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Wisconsin DFI warns against alleged Russian-based NFT scam

MADISON, Wis. -- The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions is warning of a scam involving a Russian-based organization. The organization, Flamingo Casino Club, is selling nonfungible tokens, or NFTs, that they claim to be tied to a digital casino. The…

Department of Financial Institutions announces new deputy secretary

MADISON, Wis. -- The Department of Financial Institutions has a new deputy secretary. Patti Epstein assumed the position on Monday, DFI Secretary-designee Cheryll Olson-Collins announced Tuesday. She previously served as an administrator of the DFI’s Division of Corporate and Consumer Services.…

DATCP and DFI give tips to avoid Giving Tuesday scams

MADISON, Wis. - Many Wisconsin organizations will be asking for financial support this week for Giving Tuesday. While the day is a chance for philanthropy, it is also a chance for scammers to prey on good Samaritans. The Wisconsin Department…

Wisconsin DFI warns borrowers of student debt relief scam

MADISON, Wis. - The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions is warning borrowers of student loan debt relief scammers. The department said people should be cautious with phone calls, emails, and texts that claim to provide relief from federal student loans.…