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NYC startup
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Uber deceiving customers about $9.99 Uber One service, making it hard to cancel: FTC lawsuit

The FTC sued Uber for allegedly signing up users for Uber One without consent and providing misleading claims about the service.
NYC startup
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Check Your Credit Card Statement: Uber Is Being Accused of Something Incredibly Sleazy

Uber is accused of deceptive practices in subscription management, making cancellation difficult for users.
European startups
fromTheregister
2 months ago

It takes one click to join Uber One and 32 actions to quit

The FTC has filed a lawsuit against Uber for allegedly enrolling customers in a subscription service without consent and complicating the cancellation process.
NYC startup
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Uber deceiving customers about $9.99 Uber One service, making it hard to cancel: FTC lawsuit

The FTC sued Uber for allegedly signing up users for Uber One without consent and providing misleading claims about the service.
NYC startup
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Check Your Credit Card Statement: Uber Is Being Accused of Something Incredibly Sleazy

Uber is accused of deceptive practices in subscription management, making cancellation difficult for users.
European startups
fromTheregister
2 months ago

It takes one click to join Uber One and 32 actions to quit

The FTC has filed a lawsuit against Uber for allegedly enrolling customers in a subscription service without consent and complicating the cancellation process.
more#subscription-services
#subscription-cancellations
more#subscription-cancellations
fromNBC4 Washington
6 days ago

Work-from-home job scams: Can you spot the signs?

"Reported losses to job scams increased more than threefold from 2020 to 2023. In the first half of 2024, they topped $220 million, according to the FTC."
US news
fromArs Technica
6 days ago

Court nullifies "click-to-cancel" rule that required easy methods of cancellation

The statutory language, 'shall issue,' mandates a separate preliminary analysis for public review and comment 'in any case' where the Commission issues a notice of proposed rulemaking and the $100 million threshold is surpassed.
US politics
fromAdExchanger
1 week ago

The FTC's OMG/IPG Consent Order Is Putting Politics Ahead Of The Real Issues | AdExchanger

The FTC's consent order for the upcoming OMG/IPG mega-merger prohibits the two agency holding companies from blocking ad spend to publishers based on politics and ideology.
US politics
#antitrust
Marketing tech
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Threat of Meta breakup looms as FTC's monopoly trial ends

Meta's defense hinges on redefining social media's purpose, asserting that connection isn't its core function anymore.
Video games
fromEngadget
2 months ago

Appeals court once again upholds Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard

The Ninth Circuit upheld Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard, dismissing FTC antitrust claims.
The FTC's arguments lacked sufficient evidence to demonstrate competitive harm from the merger.
Video games
fromGadgets 360
2 months ago

Microsoft Wins Appeal in FTC Challenge to Activision Blizzard Deal

The federal appeals court upheld Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard, rejecting FTC's antitrust claims.
Marketing tech
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Meta's beef with the press flares at its antitrust trial

Meta's attorney degraded a tech journalist's credibility in antitrust court, highlighting tensions between Silicon Valley and its media coverage.
Marketing tech
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Why one obscure app could help crumble Meta's empire

TikTok is Meta's biggest rival, while MeWe is cited in an antitrust case as a competitor despite being relatively unknown.
Marketing tech
fromEngadget
2 months ago

What we've learned from FTC v. Meta antitrust trial

Meta's acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp face scrutiny as anticompetitive, marking a pivotal moment in the company's history.
Marketing tech
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Threat of Meta breakup looms as FTC's monopoly trial ends

Meta's defense hinges on redefining social media's purpose, asserting that connection isn't its core function anymore.
Video games
fromEngadget
2 months ago

Appeals court once again upholds Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard

The Ninth Circuit upheld Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard, dismissing FTC antitrust claims.
The FTC's arguments lacked sufficient evidence to demonstrate competitive harm from the merger.
Video games
fromGadgets 360
2 months ago

Microsoft Wins Appeal in FTC Challenge to Activision Blizzard Deal

The federal appeals court upheld Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard, rejecting FTC's antitrust claims.
Marketing tech
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Meta's beef with the press flares at its antitrust trial

Meta's attorney degraded a tech journalist's credibility in antitrust court, highlighting tensions between Silicon Valley and its media coverage.
Marketing tech
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Why one obscure app could help crumble Meta's empire

TikTok is Meta's biggest rival, while MeWe is cited in an antitrust case as a competitor despite being relatively unknown.
Marketing tech
fromEngadget
2 months ago

What we've learned from FTC v. Meta antitrust trial

Meta's acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp face scrutiny as anticompetitive, marking a pivotal moment in the company's history.
more#antitrust
#epic-games
fromtime.com
2 weeks ago
Video games

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

fromFortune
2 weeks ago
European startups

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

fromZDNET
2 weeks ago
E-Commerce

Play Fortnite? Claim your share of the $245 million settlement payout ASAP - here's how

fromtime.com
2 weeks ago
Video games

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

fromFortune
2 weeks ago
European startups

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

fromZDNET
2 weeks ago
E-Commerce

Play Fortnite? Claim your share of the $245 million settlement payout ASAP - here's how

more#epic-games
fromwww.theverge.com
2 weeks ago

The FTC has reopened claims for Fortnite settlement refunds: here's how you can submit one

Eligible Fortnite players who felt deceived by unwanted purchases are given a chance to apply for refunds from Epic Games' $245 million FTC settlement until July 9.
E-Commerce
#omnicom
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Marketing tech

FTC could bar Omnicom, Interpublic from boycotting sites over political views as merger condition: report

fromMarTech
2 weeks ago
Marketing tech

FTC says Omnicom deal is OK, as long as there's no brand safety involved | MarTech

fromReason.com
2 weeks ago
Media industry

Advertising companies cave to the FTC. Media Matters sues to defend the First Amendment.

fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Marketing tech

FTC could bar Omnicom, Interpublic from boycotting sites over political views as merger condition: report

fromMarTech
2 weeks ago
Marketing tech

FTC says Omnicom deal is OK, as long as there's no brand safety involved | MarTech

fromReason.com
2 weeks ago
Media industry

Advertising companies cave to the FTC. Media Matters sues to defend the First Amendment.

more#omnicom
fromcleveland
2 weeks ago

FTC warns of new employment scam that starts with a job, ends in debt

Scammers are exploiting remote work trends by posing as recruiters, enticing job seekers with promises of easy money and flexible work schedules, often leading to financial loss.
Remote teams
#merger
Video games
fromGameSpot
2 months ago

Microsoft Scores Key Victory In Activision Acquisition, With FTC Appeal Denied

Microsoft's $75.4 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard is upheld by a U.S. appeals court, ending FTC's attempts to block the deal.
Video games
fromEngadget
1 month ago

The FTC will finally stop challenging Microsoft's purchase of Activision Blizzard

The FTC has decided to stop challenging Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard.
fromFortune
2 weeks ago
European startups

Snack stars are aligning as the FTC clears the $36 billion Mars-Kellanova merger for launch

fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago
Marketing tech

The FTC is putting unusual political restrictions on the merger of 2 ad giants. Here are the winners and losers.

Video games
fromGameSpot
2 months ago

Microsoft Scores Key Victory In Activision Acquisition, With FTC Appeal Denied

Microsoft's $75.4 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard is upheld by a U.S. appeals court, ending FTC's attempts to block the deal.
Video games
fromEngadget
1 month ago

The FTC will finally stop challenging Microsoft's purchase of Activision Blizzard

The FTC has decided to stop challenging Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard.
fromFortune
2 weeks ago
European startups

Snack stars are aligning as the FTC clears the $36 billion Mars-Kellanova merger for launch

fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago
Marketing tech

The FTC is putting unusual political restrictions on the merger of 2 ad giants. Here are the winners and losers.

more#merger
fromAol
2 weeks ago

'Made in the USA' wording vanishes from Trump Mobile's smartphone listing

The listing for the Trump-branded smartphone still promises to Make America Great Again - but not that it'll be made in the USA.
US news
fromExchangewire
2 weeks ago

Digest: CMA Proposes Search Overhaul to Curb Google's Dominance; FTC Intervenes in $13.5bn Omnicom-IPG Merger - ExchangeWire.com

The CMA's proposed designation of Google with 'strategic market status' underlines a push for enhanced competition and consumer benefit in the digital economy.
Media industry
#media-matters
Marketing tech
fromHuffPost
1 month ago

FTC Is Investigating Media Matters Over Elon Musk's X Boycott Claims

FTC investigates Media Matters for possible collusion with entities accused of coordinating advertiser boycotts against X.
Marketing tech
fromHuffPost
1 month ago

FTC Is Investigating Media Matters Over Elon Musk's X Boycott Claims

FTC investigates Media Matters for possible collusion with entities accused of coordinating advertiser boycotts against X.
more#media-matters
fromDaily Kos
3 weeks ago

Want FTC to approve a merger? Just advertise on Trump's Truth Social

The FTC's new rules seem less about fairness and more about coercing advertisers to support Donald Trump's failing social media ventures, echoing his previous controversial deals.
Marketing tech
#meta
fromThe Verge
2 months ago
Marketing tech

Media events can impact how users feel about Meta, even if the product doesn't change.

Marketing tech
fromYahoo Finance
2 months ago

Meta to report first quarter earnings as tariff, antitrust fears loom

Meta's upcoming earnings report will shed light on the company's performance amid market headwinds concerning advertising revenue and tariff impacts.
Marketing tech
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Media events can impact how users feel about Meta, even if the product doesn't change.

Media events influence user sentiment about Meta, regardless of actual product quality.
Marketing tech
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Meta's chief marketing officer takes the stand.

Meta's executives are providing crucial testimonies in the FTC's investigation regarding Instagram and WhatsApp.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Meta plans to automate many of its product risk assessments | TechCrunch

Meta to automate privacy reviews of updates using AI, potentially evaluating 90% of changes.
Concerns arise about increased risks associated with AI-driven evaluations.
Marketing tech
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Would Instagram have collected less user data without Meta?

The FTC questions Meta on user data collection practices and their implications for privacy and profitability.
more#meta
#consumer-protection
Toronto startup
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Uber accused of signing up and charging subscription customers without consent

The FTC is suing Uber for allegedly deceiving consumers in their Uber One subscription process.
Marketing tech
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Ticketmaster says it will display fees more clearly as Biden-era 'junk fee' rule takes effect

Biden administration's ban on junk fees leads Ticketmaster to reveal full ticket prices upfront.
fromAol
1 month ago
Media industry

Publishers Clearing House issuing consumer refunds worth $18.5M after FTC finds it used 'deceptive' practices

Toronto startup
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Uber accused of signing up and charging subscription customers without consent

The FTC is suing Uber for allegedly deceiving consumers in their Uber One subscription process.
Marketing tech
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Ticketmaster says it will display fees more clearly as Biden-era 'junk fee' rule takes effect

Biden administration's ban on junk fees leads Ticketmaster to reveal full ticket prices upfront.
fromAol
1 month ago
Media industry

Publishers Clearing House issuing consumer refunds worth $18.5M after FTC finds it used 'deceptive' practices

more#consumer-protection
#microsoft
Video games
fromFast Company
1 month ago

FTC drops final challenge to Microsoft's $69B Activision Blizzard deal

The FTC is dropping the case against Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard, marking a significant shift in regulatory stance.
Video games
fromVG247
1 month ago

The FTC has dropped its lawsuit against Microsoft following the Activision Blizzard acquisition, letting the tech giant loose

FTC drops its legal case against Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard, allowing Microsoft to proceed without legal obstacles.
Marketing tech
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

FTC abandons Biden-era effort to block Microsoft's purchase of Activision

The FTC has dropped its efforts to block Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard, marking a significant shift in regulatory strategy.
Video games
fromFast Company
1 month ago

FTC drops final challenge to Microsoft's $69B Activision Blizzard deal

The FTC is dropping the case against Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard, marking a significant shift in regulatory stance.
Video games
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

FTC drops case against Microsoft's Activision Blizzard deal

The FTC has dismissed its complaint against Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard, ending a prolonged legal battle.
Video games
fromGameSpot
1 month ago

Microsoft's Years-Long Battle To Buy Activision Blizzard Is Now Finally Over

The FTC has dismissed its case against Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard, marking a significant win for the tech giant.
Video games
fromGadgets 360
1 month ago

FTC Drops Case Over Microsoft's $69 Billion Activision Blizzard Deal

FTC drops case against Microsoft's Activision Blizzard purchase, citing public interest in favor of resource allocation for other probes.
Video games
fromVG247
1 month ago

The FTC has dropped its lawsuit against Microsoft following the Activision Blizzard acquisition, letting the tech giant loose

FTC drops its legal case against Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard, allowing Microsoft to proceed without legal obstacles.
Marketing tech
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

FTC abandons Biden-era effort to block Microsoft's purchase of Activision

The FTC has dropped its efforts to block Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard, marking a significant shift in regulatory strategy.
more#microsoft
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

FTC tosses PepsiCo price-fixing lawsuit, slams agency's ex-boss for 'dubious partisan stunt'

Ferguson said Thursday that the PepsiCo lawsuit was a "dubious partisan stunt" and FTC staff had more important work to do.
US politics
fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law
1 month ago

FTC Renews Campaign to Remove 'Junk' Inhaler and Device Patents from Orange Book Listings

The FTC's recent letter campaign could result in prolonged litigation beyond Hatch-Waxman timelines, impacting patent validity and consumer access to generics.
Intellectual property law
Media industry
fromTechdirt
1 month ago

We Shouldn't Have To Explain To The FTC Why Content Moderation Is So Crucial To Free Speech, But We Did

FTC Chair Ferguson's investigation into big tech censorship is seen as politically motivated and misunderstands content moderation.
The inquiry raises First Amendment concerns regarding private editorial discretion on social media platforms.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Your unwanted subscriptions were supposed to get easier to cancel - then the FTC stepped in

"Having conducted a fresh assessment of the burdens that forcing compliance by this date would impose, the Commission has determined that the original deferral period insufficiently accounted for the complexity of compliance."
Marketing tech
Marketing tech
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Ticketmaster will finally show the full price of your ticket upfront

Ticketmaster's new 'All In Prices' will display the total ticket price, including fees, before checkout.
fromTelecompetitor
2 months ago

Robocalls Up in March, But Scam Portion Declines: Report

The robocall problem clearly hasn't been solved, and the increase in calls in 2025 indicates continued challenges in addressing this issue.
Roam Research
US politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

The key to building Trump's new American Golden Age

Trump's victory stems from his vision for an economic Golden Age by deregulating to help the average American.
Marketing tech
fromEngadget
2 months ago

FTC sues Uber over claims the company makes subscriptions hard to cancel

The FTC is suing Uber for deceptive practices related to its Uber One subscription service, focusing on cancellation difficulties and unclear billing.
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