Abstract:Italy’s CONSOB has ordered the blocking of six websites linked to unauthorized investment firms, warning investors about online schemes using deceptive tactics and false identities.

Italys financial markets regulator has ordered internet service providers to block access to six websites linked to unauthorized investment entities, as part of its ongoing efforts to restrict illegal online financial activities.
The Companies and Exchange Commission (CONSOB) said the platforms were operating without the required authorization to provide investment services in Italy.
The latest action adds six more websites to the regulators list of blocked platforms, which has continued to expand as online investment scams become more sophisticated.
The websites targeted by the latest measures include:
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According to CONSOB, these entities were not authorized to offer investment services to Italian investors.
With the latest measures, the total number of websites blocked by CONSOB since it received the authority to restrict unauthorized financial intermediaries in July 2019 has reached 1,769.
The regulator has used powers granted under Italys Growth Decree to block websites linked to unauthorized financial activities.
CONSOB has also highlighted the increasing use of online methods to attract investors, including websites designed to appear legitimate and digital channels used to collect personal information or encourage financial transfers.
CONSOB said fraudulent operators are increasingly adopting new methods to make investment offers appear credible.
These tactics include the use of copied websites, fake email addresses, and false online identities. The regulator also warned that artificially generated content, including manipulated images, voices, and videos, is increasingly being used to influence investors decisions.
For retail investors, the regulator emphasized the importance of checking whether a company is officially authorized before using any investment service.
A professional-looking website or online trading interface does not confirm that a platform is regulated or legally allowed to provide financial services in Italy.
The latest enforcement action reflects the challenges regulators face as unauthorized investment platforms continue to use digital channels to reach potential clients.
Before engaging with any online investment service, investors should verify the company name, regulatory status, and official registration information through recognized regulatory sources.
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