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Regulator seeks to revoke Ontario homebuilder's licence, alleging illegal building and selling | CBC News

Ontario's home construction regulator is taking serious action against Sunrise Homes for illegal home sales, impacting over 100 buyers and millions in down payments.

Croydon nurse caressed colleague's thigh and asked her to kiss him on shift

A nurse in Croydon was banned from the profession for sexual misconduct after making unwanted advances toward a colleague during a night shift.

Cruise Fined $500,000 for Filing False Reports to Feds After Pedestrian-Dragging Incident

Cruise fined $500,000 for falsifying reports after serious pedestrian incident, highlighting regulatory scrutiny in self-driving car industry.
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Banks and the federal government point fingers as Americans lose billions to online scams

The American Bankers Association is calling for federal action to combat online financial fraud amidst increasing liabilities for banks.

EU complaint urges action on confusing in-game currencies

Consumer watchdogs are raising concerns about misleading in-game currency practices among game publishers, highlighting the need for greater transparency and consumer protection.

ACCC sues Coles and Woolworths over allegations of illusory' discounts on common products

Coles and Woolworths are being sued for misleading discounts on grocery products, potentially impacting consumer trust and legal repercussions.

Lawmakers, MBA call out FICO for potential price hikes

A coalition of Democratic lawmakers urges action against rising credit report fees and anti-competitive practices by credit bureaus to protect consumers.

B.C. regulator slaps developer, director with nearly $100K fine for causing 'consumer harm' | CBC News

Halcyon Point Development and its director must pay nearly $100,000 for failing to protect consumers and mismanaging funds.

Banks and the federal government point fingers as Americans lose billions to online scams

The American Bankers Association is calling for federal action to combat online financial fraud amidst increasing liabilities for banks.

EU complaint urges action on confusing in-game currencies

Consumer watchdogs are raising concerns about misleading in-game currency practices among game publishers, highlighting the need for greater transparency and consumer protection.

ACCC sues Coles and Woolworths over allegations of illusory' discounts on common products

Coles and Woolworths are being sued for misleading discounts on grocery products, potentially impacting consumer trust and legal repercussions.

Lawmakers, MBA call out FICO for potential price hikes

A coalition of Democratic lawmakers urges action against rising credit report fees and anti-competitive practices by credit bureaus to protect consumers.

B.C. regulator slaps developer, director with nearly $100K fine for causing 'consumer harm' | CBC News

Halcyon Point Development and its director must pay nearly $100,000 for failing to protect consumers and mismanaging funds.
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Employers should be fined for unhealthy workplaces, says thinktank

Employers should be fined for creating unhealthy workplaces, promoting a healthier work environment to aid unemployed individuals trying to get back to work.

UK-linked firms suspected of busting Russia sanctions

UK investigations into 37 businesses for breaching Russian oil sanctions highlight concerns over the effectiveness of sanctions as Russia's economy grows.
#google

US govt. may force Google to break up and sell off Chrome or Android

The US government is considering major antitrust actions against Google's business operations, particularly concerning its browser and mobile operating system.

Google is facing a potential breakup; what are the likely outcomes?

The U.S. government may pursue a breakup of Google, impacting the online advertising landscape significantly.

US govt. may force Google to break up and sell off Chrome or Android

The US government is considering major antitrust actions against Google's business operations, particularly concerning its browser and mobile operating system.

Google is facing a potential breakup; what are the likely outcomes?

The U.S. government may pursue a breakup of Google, impacting the online advertising landscape significantly.
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Those Keurig Coffee Pods? They're Not So Recyclable, the S.E.C. Says.

Keurig Dr Pepper was fined for misleading claims about K-Cup pod recyclability, emphasizing the need for accurate reporting to protect shareholder value.

Coinbase Must Face Shareholder Lawsuit Over Regulator Risk Concerns, Judge Rules

Coinbase shareholders plausibly alleged misleading statements regarding SEC lawsuit likelihood, but other claims were dismissed by the judge.

Warrant Against Telegram CEO Linked to Crimes Against Minors

Pavel Durov's arrest signals a growing scrutiny on tech companies regarding content moderation, particularly concerning illegal activities like child exploitation.

Mozilla slams Microsoft for driving Windows users to Edge

Mozilla accuses Microsoft of using dark patterns to push users towards its Edge browser
Mozilla calls for regulatory action to promote browser choice and competition
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