Global Circulation Inc. and its owner face legal action over alleged impersonation, unlawful threats, and violations of consumer protection laws The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the state…
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FTC Rule on Deceptive Fees Going into Effect
The rule targeting hidden and deceptive fees in ticketing and short-term lodging take effect Monday. The Federal Trade Commission’s rule prohibiting bait-and-switch pricing and other tactics used to…
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FTC Reports $470 Million Lost to Text Message Scams in 2024
Despite fewer reports, scam-related texts increased, with package, job, and bank fraud texts topping the list. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reported that consumers lost $470 million to…
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Andrew Ferguson, Chair, Federal Trade Commission
Andrew Ferguson, Chair, Federal Trade Commission
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FTC Increases Enforcement of Impersonation Rule
First-year actions under Impersonation Rule led to legal cases and website takedowns amid nearly $3 billion in reported losses. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has increased enforcement of…
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Trial Begins in FTC Antitrust Case Against Meta
President Trump had originally brought the allegations against the company during his first term. The long-awaited trial began Monday in the antitrust case of President Donald Trump’s Federal…
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FTC Announces Settlement with Cash Advance Company
The lender falsely promised instant cash advances while charging higher than disclosed fees. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced that an online cash advance company, Cleo AI, has…
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FTC Seeks to Block Merger of Medical Coating Companies
Regulators say the acquisition would reduce competition, impacting patients and innovation. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has filed a lawsuit to stop GTCR BC Holdings’ (GTCR) acquisition of…
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House Advances AI Consumer Safety Bill
Legislation proposes AI pilot program to help federal agency detect hazardous products and track market trends. The House Energy and Commerce Committee approved the Consumer Safety Technology Act,…
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Justice Department Opens Antitrust Investigation into Rising Egg Prices
Officials suspect large egg producers collaboratively raising prices and reducing supply. The Department of Justice (DOJ) opened an investigation into rising U.S. egg prices last week to explore…
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