robocalls
Coverage of robocalls in the Nexus archive.
- Meet 'Project 2029' — and its war on the annoyance economy
Project 2029, a Democratic governing blueprint, targets the 'annoyance economy' by addressing issues like robocalls, endless hold times, and hidden fees. Democrats are developing this proposal as part of their governance strategy.
- FTC reveals where spam calls hit hardest
The FTC's 2025 report reveals Arizona had the highest rate of Do Not Call complaints per capita, with robocalls dominating violations. Key reported topics included debt reduction, imposter scams, and medical calls, highlighting scammers' focus on financial and health-related fears.
- FCC tightens KYC rules for telecoms, closes loophole for banned foreign services
The FCC approved new regulations to strengthen telecom companies' 'Know Your Customer' requirements, aiming to combat robocalls and enhance network security. The rules also close loopholes allowing banned foreign services to operate in the U.S., targeting companies from Russia and China listed as security risks.