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You'll stay stuck in unwanted subscriptions for 2 more months after the FTC delayed its new click-to-cancel rule
The FTC has delayed enforcement of its new click-to-cancel rule, which aimed to make it easier for consumers to end unwanted ...
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FTC shuts down student loan firms over deceptive debt relief practices
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) took action against a pair of student loan debt relief companies for allegedly ...
FTC Rests at Meta Monopoly Trial, Shifting Focus to Defense
The Federal Trade Commission wrapped up its case Thursday for breaking up Meta Platforms Inc. as an illegal social-media ...
FTC chairman says agency will do more with less in 2026
Federal Trade Commission Chairman Andrew Ferguson said the agency will do more to promote economic activity and protect ...
Trump nixed a key civil rights enforcement tool. This FTC case shows what that looks like.
Wondering what civil rights enforcement — or lack thereof — might look like for the next four years? The U.S. Federal Trade ...
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FTC chief warns deepfake takedown law requires urgent infrastructure overhaul
The sheer scope and sensitivity of deepfake takedown enforcement require dedicated investments and an agile, tech-savvy ...
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Meta asks judge to toss FTC case
Meta asked a federal judge Thursday to toss the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) case against the social media giant, arguing ...
FTC backs DOJ plan to force Google to share search data with competitors in landmark antitrust case
The FTC filed an amicus brief in favor of the DOJ's call for Google to share its user data with competitors after a DC judge ...
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Why You Should Report Fraud to the FTC and FBI
There's no shame in reporting fraud or a scam you fell victim to. You can prevent it from happening to someone else.
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What you need to know about the FTC’s crackdown on hidden fees
FTC isn't banning extra fees but consumers will need to be told prices upfront. Since May 12, the price that concertgoers and sports fans initially see advertised for a ticket online should be the ...
Steny Hoyer Presses FTC Chairman On Agency's Plan To Reduce Staffing To 'Healthy' Level
During a House Appropriations Committee hearing last week, Rep. Steny Hoyer (D-MD) questioned FTC Chairman Andrew Ferguson ...