Antitrust law could impact internet technology. On Thursday, the Federal Trade Commission announced a new policy that will prevent “unfair methods of competition.” According to Chair Lina Khan,…
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FTC Explores Reduction of Junk Fees
Extra, unnecessary charges are common in multiple industries. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) opened public comments this week to inform potential policies against junk fees. Junk fees are…
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FTC Launches Investigation into Uber
Federal jury just recently convicted a former company executive. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has launched a formal investigation into Uber after many customers complained that they are…
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FTC Advisory Group Seeks to Prevent Scams Against Older Adults
Representatives from government agencies and the private sector to collaborate. The Federal Trade Commission, along with representatives from 13 federal and state government agencies, will hold its first…
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Anti-Abortion Disinformation Act Introduced in Congress
Senator Warren wants crisis pregnancy centers regulated by Federal Trade Commission. Senator Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts has joined with Representatives Carolyn Mahoney of New York and Suzanne Bonamici…
Read MoreFTC To Launch Online Privacy Protections
Rules could impact large technology companies. The Federal Trade Commission is beginning to write federal rules to expand online privacy protections. If they are adopted, the rules could…
Read MoreFTC Commissioner Noah Phillips to Resign
Emails have been sent to President Biden and FTC staff. Federal Trade Commission Commissioner Noah Phillips emailed his letter of resignation to President Joe Biden on Monday, sending…
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FTC Attempts to Block Meta from VR Acquisition
The agency says the purchase would weaken competition. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) filed a lawsuit on Wednesday against Meta, the parent company of Facebook, alleging the company’s…
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FTC Proposes Anti-Scam Car Resale Rules
Could ban bait-and-switch advertising and junk fees. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has proposed rules to improve consumers’ used-car-buying experience. Though the FTC has been enforcing its current…
Read MoreFTC to Investigate Pharmacy Benefit Managers
FTC chair says powerful middlemen have enormous influence. The Federal Trade Commission is launching an inquiry into the operations of pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) who control access to…
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