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#data-privacy
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

Hundreds of data brokers might be breaking state laws, say privacy advocates

fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

Hundreds of data brokers might be breaking state laws, say privacy advocates

#fraud
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Real estate

Dozens more alleged victims come forward as Brampton man accused in real estate fraud faces new charges | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Real estate

Dozens more alleged victims come forward as Brampton man accused in real estate fraud faces new charges | CBC News

#legislation
fromFortune
1 month ago
Cryptocurrency

The Senate's stablecoin legislation is moving just as fast as crypto itself, but it doesn't address the elephant in the room: Trump's conflicts of interest

fromFortune
1 month ago
Cryptocurrency

The Senate's stablecoin legislation is moving just as fast as crypto itself, but it doesn't address the elephant in the room: Trump's conflicts of interest

#credit-cards
#swimming-pools
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago
US news

Over 5 million pools sold in the U.S., Canada under recall after reports of 9 deaths

Over 5.2 million aboveground swimming pools recalled due to drowning risks linked to compression straps.
fromTODAY.com
1 day ago
Public health

5 Million Above-Ground Pools Recalled After 9 Child Drownings

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recalls five million above-ground swimming pools due to drowning hazards linked to compression straps.
fromIndependent
1 day ago

Minister urges consumer watchdog to probe profits of supermarket chains as grocery prices keep rising

Junior enterprise minister James Dillon has requested the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission to investigate whether foreign retail chains face barriers to operating in Ireland.
Miscellaneous
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 day ago

Ofgem's fair pricing plans still fall short for heat network customers - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Forthcoming regulation of heat networks is great news for consumers, but Ofgem's proposals around price regulation do not yet deliver the level of fairness or price protection that heat network customers deserve. Many households are still paying twice as much for heat as those using gas boilers - and that simply isn't sustainable.
Public health
#water-regulation
#wildfires
California
fromFast Company
1 month ago

California launches probe into State Farm's handling of L.A. wildfire claims

California regulators are investigating State Farm for potential mishandling of claims related to January wildfires.
Los Angeles Rams
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

California insurance regulator launches investigation into State Farm over claims from LA fires

California is investigating State Farm for mishandling wildfire claims.
Survivors of California wildfires report delays and issues with their claims handling by State Farm.
California
fromFast Company
1 month ago

California launches probe into State Farm's handling of L.A. wildfire claims

California regulators are investigating State Farm for potential mishandling of claims related to January wildfires.
Los Angeles Rams
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

California insurance regulator launches investigation into State Farm over claims from LA fires

California is investigating State Farm for mishandling wildfire claims.
Survivors of California wildfires report delays and issues with their claims handling by State Farm.
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

24,000 e-bike batteries recalled because the US can't get its shit together

The US federal government's consumer watchdog has issued a recall for "about 24,000" batteries sold with cheap VIVI e-bikes due to overheating incidents and fire risks.
E-Commerce
#financial-regulation
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 days ago

Sen. Warnock introduces appraisal bias legislation to replace PAVE

The bill would require the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) to maintain an online database with home valuation information for mortgage evaluations.
Real estate
fromArs Technica
5 days ago

Will AI end cheap flights? Critics attack Delta's "predatory" AI pricing.

Delta's AI pricing could increase competition in the airline industry, but companies might be incentivized to skew toward higher prices due to lack of transparency.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 days ago

New Hampshire legislation bans right-to-list agreements

"The property rights of American homeowners must be safeguarded...to ensure there are no unreasonable restraints on a homeowner's ability to sell or refinance their home in the future due to unwarranted transaction costs."
Real estate
fromForbes
5 days ago

Cross-Border Industry Self-Regulation: Global Models And Implications

Industry self-regulation offers a powerful, flexible force that can bridge the divide between disparate legal systems and foster international cooperation in technology.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.housingwire.com
6 days ago

Federal regulators scrap 2023 Community Reinvestment Act rule

The 2023 final rule aimed to modernize enforcement of the 1977 anti-redlining law, requiring U.S. banks to support community development and lend to low-income borrowers.
US politics
#reverse-mortgages
#telecom-regulation
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago
Canada news

National crackdown on scam texts begins with unregistered company SMS messages labelled as 'likely scam' by Irish mobile operators

fromIndependent
2 weeks ago
Canada news

National crackdown on scam texts begins with unregistered company SMS messages labelled as 'likely scam' by Irish mobile operators

#food-safety
#financial-services
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago
US politics

Open letter calls for urgent Treasury Select Committee scrutiny over weakening of post-crisis financial protections

fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago
US politics

Open letter calls for urgent Treasury Select Committee scrutiny over weakening of post-crisis financial protections

#identity-theft
#stablecoins
fromMerced Sun-Star
1 week ago

Comcast cable has a price problem consumers needs to know

Comcast Xfinity has faced criticism for marketing terms like '10G Internet' that mislead consumers, lacking any true connection to 4G or 5G technologies.
Digital life
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Latin makeup labels put people with allergies 'at risk'

Makeup influencer Amy Loring expressed significant concern about current cosmetic labeling practices, describing them as "frustrating" and potentially "life threatening" for allergic individuals, prompting calls for clearer ingredient listings.
Health
fromIntelligencer
1 week ago

The Future of Tech Regulation Is Both Stupid and Scary

Missouri attorney general Andrew Bailey has sent letters to big tech companies accusing them of possible fraud and false advertising, demanding they explain their responses to controversial topics.
US politics
#title-insurance
fromGlobal IP & Technology Law Blog
1 week ago

UK regulator publishes update on dynamic pricing project and "top tips" for businesses using dynamic pricing

Dynamic pricing refers to situations where businesses adjust prices rapidly and frequently in response to changing demand conditions, shaped by motivation, speed, and frequency of adjustments.
E-Commerce
#transparency
#scams
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago
Canada news

As banks blame customers for costly fraud, cybersecurity expert offers 5 tips to protect yourself | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago
Canada news

As banks blame customers for costly fraud, cybersecurity expert offers 5 tips to protect yourself | CBC News

#data-brokers
#ftc
fromtime.com
3 weeks ago
Video games

Fortnite Players to Receive More Than $126 Million in Refunds. Here's How You Can File a Claim

fromFortune
3 weeks ago
European startups

Fortnite players can cash in on another $126 million in refunds after being 'tricked' into unwanted purchases-here's how

fromFortune
1 week ago
US politics

Biden-era FTC rule on 'click-to-cancel' blocked at 11th hour because of failure to do preliminary analysis

fromWIRED
1 week ago
Privacy technologies

The 'Click-to-Cancel' Rule Was Killed, but Consumer Advocates Could Revive It

fromtime.com
3 weeks ago
Video games

Fortnite Players to Receive More Than $126 Million in Refunds. Here's How You Can File a Claim

fromFortune
3 weeks ago
European startups

Fortnite players can cash in on another $126 million in refunds after being 'tricked' into unwanted purchases-here's how

fromFortune
1 week ago
US politics

Biden-era FTC rule on 'click-to-cancel' blocked at 11th hour because of failure to do preliminary analysis

fromWIRED
1 week ago
Privacy technologies

The 'Click-to-Cancel' Rule Was Killed, but Consumer Advocates Could Revive It

fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

'Anthem' Is the Latest Video Game Casualty. What Should End-of-Life Care Look Like for Games?

Stop Killing Games advocates for the preservation of video games as essential cultural works, arguing for better protections against their permanent destruction.
Video games
#california-law
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

Watchdog's warning to motor industry after claims motorists told of warranty void if repairs are made outside authorised dealership network

Motorists have reported discouragement from servicing at independent garages, being told warranty will be void if not serviced at authorized dealerships or with non-original parts.
Cars
#real-estate
#state-laws
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

US senate removes controversial 'AI moratorium' from budget bill | TechCrunch

The provision to the reconciliation bill was introduced by Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX). Many prominent Silicon Valley executives were in favor of the so-called "AI moratorium," which they said would prevent states from forming an unworkable patchwork of regulation that could stifle AI innovation.
US politics
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago

Judge authorizes Tim Hortons Roll Up to Win class action but only for Quebec customers | CBC News

Superior Court Justice Donald Bisson ruled that the class action can move forward, but limited it to Quebec residents because the case hinges on that province's consumer protection laws.
Canada news
fromBKReader
3 weeks ago

New York Cracks Down on Illegal Sweepstakes Casino Sites

The rise of unauthorized sweepstakes-style casino platforms in New York prompted action from the Attorney General, highlighting the risks players face in unregulated gaming environments.
Brooklyn
fromBusiness Matters
3 weeks ago

FCA to allow millions free financial support in major policy shift

Under the new 'targeted support' regime, firms would be permitted to send 'ready-made suggestions' to customers to help them navigate complex financial decisions.
Canada news
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

Fired by DOGE and Sick With Cancer

The CFPB shielded taxpayers from romance scams, Ponzi schemes, excessive fees, unbreakable contracts, and confiscatory interest rates, playing a critical role in consumer protection.
US politics
#cfpb
#cybersecurity
#european-parliament
fromHackernoon
2 months ago

The Impact of PLD 2024 on Software Companies - and How the Industry Can Prepare | HackerNoon

One example stands out: If a person's house collapses on top of them and they die, the codex states, the builder should also be put to death.
EU data protection
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Competition watchdog warns schools over soaring uniform costs

By promoting competition among suppliers, schools can help to reduce costs and deliver good value.
NYC parents
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Massachusetts set to restrict home inspection waivers

This new regulation creates a fairer, more even playing field for buyers and sellers, and HLC is proud to implement yet another smart policy from the historic Affordable Homes Act.
Boston real estate
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Insurance brokers accused of 'inherently unfair' commission structure that favours higher premiums

Many brokers now charge a fee based on a percentage of the cost of the policy. This is inherently unfair to consumers as the 'worse' the premium they secure for them, the more money they will make.
UK news
fromIndependent
1 month ago

'I handed my rings over in good faith' - Dublin woman's 35,000 jewellery reported stolen on a bus after being taken to be cleaned

Shuwan Li's filing for bankruptcy raises questions about who will be held accountable for compensating those who have suffered financial losses from transactions with the jeweller.
London startup
#wildfire-claims
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago
California

State Farm under investigation for handling of California wildfire claims

California investigates State Farm over claims handling related to wildfire survivors.
Investigation aims to ensure compliance with consumer protection laws and improve claims processing.
fromwww.pasadenastarnews.com
1 month ago
California

State Farm under investigation for handling of California wildfire claims

California initiates investigation into State Farm for claims handling post-Eaton and Palisades fires.
California
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

State Farm under investigation for handling of California wildfire claims

California investigates State Farm over claims handling related to wildfire survivors.
Investigation aims to ensure compliance with consumer protection laws and improve claims processing.
fromSan Jose Inside
1 month ago

CA Investigates State Farm over Claims from LA WildFires

California's Insurance Department is investigating State Farm for claims handling related to the Los Angeles County fires.
Los Angeles Rams
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Urgent recall for portable charger after dozens burst into flames

The Baseus 65W portable charger has been recalled due to serious fire hazards linked to overheating batteries.
DC food
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