FTC accuses data brokers of improperly selling location info
The FTC settled with data brokerages for selling sensitive location data without consent, highlighting consumer privacy violations.
FTC Says Data Brokers Unlawfully Tracked Protesters and US Military Personnel
The FTC is taking action against data brokers for illegally trafficking sensitive location data.
Swipe right on data privacy: What tech companies can learn about consent from dating apps
AI's rise has complicated data privacy, often defaulting consumers to opt-in and offering confusing opt-out processes.
Meta's pay-or-consent model criticized by EU consumer groups
Meta's pay-or-consent model faces criticism from EU consumer organizations for potentially infringing laws and inadequately presenting choices to users.
State Legislatures Are The Frontline for Tech Policy: 2024 in Review
State lawmakers are increasingly influential in shaping technology and innovation policy in the U.S.
Apple's Siri settlement feeds the 'eavesdropping iPhone' narrative
Apple settled a class action suit for $95 million over Siri allegedly listening to conversations, raising concerns about user privacy and data practices.
FTC accuses data brokers of improperly selling location info
The FTC settled with data brokerages for selling sensitive location data without consent, highlighting consumer privacy violations.
FTC Says Data Brokers Unlawfully Tracked Protesters and US Military Personnel
The FTC is taking action against data brokers for illegally trafficking sensitive location data.
Swipe right on data privacy: What tech companies can learn about consent from dating apps
AI's rise has complicated data privacy, often defaulting consumers to opt-in and offering confusing opt-out processes.
Meta's pay-or-consent model criticized by EU consumer groups
Meta's pay-or-consent model faces criticism from EU consumer organizations for potentially infringing laws and inadequately presenting choices to users.
State Legislatures Are The Frontline for Tech Policy: 2024 in Review
State lawmakers are increasingly influential in shaping technology and innovation policy in the U.S.
Apple's Siri settlement feeds the 'eavesdropping iPhone' narrative
Apple settled a class action suit for $95 million over Siri allegedly listening to conversations, raising concerns about user privacy and data practices.
The Sixth Circuit struck down net neutrality rules, ending a struggle for equitable internet access and raising concerns over future consumer protections.
What may be next after a federal court struck down the FCC's net neutrality rules
The federal court's decision to strike down net neutrality protections is a significant setback for consumer rights and internet access in America.
Net neutrality rules struck down by appeals court
The federal appeals court ended net neutrality rules, challenging broadband regulation efforts in the U.S.
Why the End of U.S. Net Neutrality Matters
The recent court ruling marks a significant decline in net neutrality protections in the U.S.
The Death of Net Neutrality Is a Bad Omen
The Sixth Circuit struck down net neutrality rules, ending a struggle for equitable internet access and raising concerns over future consumer protections.
What may be next after a federal court struck down the FCC's net neutrality rules
The federal court's decision to strike down net neutrality protections is a significant setback for consumer rights and internet access in America.
Net neutrality rules struck down by appeals court
The federal appeals court ended net neutrality rules, challenging broadband regulation efforts in the U.S.
Why the End of U.S. Net Neutrality Matters
The recent court ruling marks a significant decline in net neutrality protections in the U.S.
New California Law Will Help Keep Most Medical Debt Off Credit Reports | KQED
California's new law protects patients from having medical debt reported to credit agencies, reducing long-term financial burdens and inaccuracies in billing.
CFPB sues Experian over consumer credit accuracy
CFPB sues Experian for mishandling consumer credit disputes, damaging finances and allowing false information in credit reports.
New California Law Will Help Keep Most Medical Debt Off Credit Reports | KQED
California's new law protects patients from having medical debt reported to credit agencies, reducing long-term financial burdens and inaccuracies in billing.
CFPB sues Experian over consumer credit accuracy
CFPB sues Experian for mishandling consumer credit disputes, damaging finances and allowing false information in credit reports.
Fed-up parents' novel education lawsuit is a chance to rescue our schools - and get rid of the lemons
American schools are increasingly failing to graduate literate and competent students, prompting legal action against ineffective educational practices.
Parents are suing educational publishers for deceptive practices that allegedly harm students' literacy and development.
Here's What People Think Those Messages On The Bullet Casings Mean In The Killing Of The UnitedHealthcare CEO
Insurance companies often engage in systemic delays and denials of justified claims, forcing claimants into litigation.
Fed-up parents' novel education lawsuit is a chance to rescue our schools - and get rid of the lemons
American schools are increasingly failing to graduate literate and competent students, prompting legal action against ineffective educational practices.
Parents are suing educational publishers for deceptive practices that allegedly harm students' literacy and development.
Here's What People Think Those Messages On The Bullet Casings Mean In The Killing Of The UnitedHealthcare CEO
Insurance companies often engage in systemic delays and denials of justified claims, forcing claimants into litigation.
Modern cars collect and share extensive data, raising privacy concerns for users.
Senators are pushing for investigations into car manufacturers' data sharing practices.
California proposed bills to better protect domestic abuse survivors from vehicle tracking.
Can the Restaurant Reservation Anti-Piracy Act Finally Fix Reservations?
Governor Kathy Hochul's law addresses bot-driven reservation scams to ensure fair access to popular restaurants.
California'slemonlawchanges mean fewer protections for car buyers
California's new lemon law may confuse consumers purchasing faulty vehicles beginning in 2025 due to new regulations and a recent Supreme Court ruling.
Cars (and Drivers): 2024 Year in Review
Modern cars collect and share extensive data, raising privacy concerns for users.
Senators are pushing for investigations into car manufacturers' data sharing practices.
California proposed bills to better protect domestic abuse survivors from vehicle tracking.
Can the Restaurant Reservation Anti-Piracy Act Finally Fix Reservations?
Governor Kathy Hochul's law addresses bot-driven reservation scams to ensure fair access to popular restaurants.
California'slemonlawchanges mean fewer protections for car buyers
California's new lemon law may confuse consumers purchasing faulty vehicles beginning in 2025 due to new regulations and a recent Supreme Court ruling.
Exclusive | NYC woman sues Arby's for 'deceptively' cutting portions, but not prices: 'Greedflation'
A Queens woman is leading a class action lawsuit against Arby's for reducing portion sizes of fries and drinks without adjusting prices or notifying customers.
Bay Area parent sues California company for selling illegal e-bikes
Super73's e-bikes may violate California law, leading to a lawsuit by a Fairfax resident seeking class action status.
'If you're returning something, be sure of your rights' - research highlights what consumers need to know about Christmas gifts
One in four consumers don't know retailers are responsible for faulty products, despite having up to six years of protection under Irish law.
Classic cars: No MOT, no problem? - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
MOT tests for classic cars can complicate ownership and sales due to legal ambiguities and varying perceptions of roadworthiness among buyers.
Plymouth solar panel installer took over 90k without completing work
A businessman defrauded customers through false promises of solar panel installations, resulting in significant financial losses for victims.
Why Making Dinner Reservations Might Get Easier
New York passed a law targeting bots that scoop up restaurant reservations to combat the black market.
SF homeowner spent $42K to appeal Liberty Mutual's non-renewal but it didn't work. Here's why
Insurance companies are using potentially inaccurate aerial footage as justification for non-renewals, leading to financial burdens for homeowners.
Barclays faces blow over car finance mis-selling as court upholds ombudsman ruling
Barclays lost a key legal challenge that may lead to extensive compensation claims for mis-sold car finance loans.
The High Court decision strengthens consumer rights against mis-selling practices.
The ruling could result in significant financial implications for UK lenders.
Campaigners urge high court to block 3bn Thames Water bailout
Campaigners oppose the £3bn bailout of Thames Water, arguing it unfairly burdens households with high costs due to the company's financial mismanagement.
Revenue rule change could see thousands miss out on tax refunds, experts warn
Tax agents will not be able to receive tax refunds for clients starting next year, leading to fewer claims.
Households to be hit with hike in water bills of at least 20%' sparking backlash
Rising water bills are necessary for repairing the UK's broken sewage system, sparking anger among consumers.
Report: AT&T, Verizon aren't notifying most victims of Chinese call-records hack
Telecom companies can choose not to notify customers about data breaches if they determine no harm is likely, raising concerns about consumer transparency and trust.
The FTC's Social Media Data Practices Report Is a House of Cards Built on False Assumptions and Unsubstantiated Claims
The FTC's report on social media companies' data practices misrepresents standard data collection as surveillance, leading to confusion about ethical marketing.
NZXT responded to the Flex PC rental program controversy, but it's not over yet
NZXT acknowledges mistakes in its Flex PC rental program and promises to improve transparency after being criticized by Gamers Nexus.
'A takeaway is charging me a deposit fee for drink cans that cannot be recycled. Is this legal?'
Consumers should be cautious of non-compliant drink containers that cannot be recycled and that businesses may charge deposits on.
Pete Buttigieg on Airlines, Passenger Protections and Travel Advice
Pete Buttigieg enhanced airline passenger rights, increased penalties on airlines, and faced significant challenges during his time as Secretary of Transportation.
MPs question Rogers CEO over contracts customers call unfair and misleading | CBC News
Tony Staffieri faced criticism for Rogers Communications' price increase practices during a parliamentary hearing.
Traveling for Thanksgiving? Here's your survival guide to record-breaking crowds
Thanksgiving travel is projected to reach nearly 80 million Americans, causing potential record-breaking traffic and airport crowding.
New regulations require airlines to automatically issue refunds for significant travel disruptions.
Looking for the Answer to the Question, "Do I Really Own the Digital Media I Paid For?"
Digital copies of media come with significant ownership rights loss compared to physical copies.
Key Issues in Mis-Sold Loans and Hire Purchase Agreements with Black Horse Finance
Mis-sold loans can trap consumers in unfavorable contracts due to misleading information and hidden terms.
What to Know About the Department of Transportation's Rule That Lets You Cancel a Flight for Free
Travelers can cancel flights booked at least seven days in advance within 24 hours for a full refund, according to DOT regulations.
Smart gadgets' failure to commit to software support could be illegal, FTC warns
Smart device manufacturers may be violating the Magnuson Moss Warranty Act by not disclosing software support durations for their products.
Airlines redesigned the way you choose your seat-and raked in $12.4 billion in the process
Ancillary seat fees have surged, raising ethical concerns over airlines' practices of variable pricing and consumer deception. Customers now face a complex booking process.