Tag: deceptive_practices

FTC Orders Cox Media Group, Firms to Pay $930,000 for Deceptive AI Marketing Claims

21 May 2026 1:44 p.m.

The FTC has ordered Cox Media Group and two firms to pay $930,000 for deceiving customers. They falsely claimed an AI service used smart device conversations for targeted ads, despite no consumer opt-in.

Business Law Enforcement Science & Technology Economy Computers and Internet Legal Social Issues Digital and Print Publishing Federal Trade Commission Cox Media Group AI-powered marketing Deceptive practices Consumer privacy Settlement Advertising
Shutterstock to Pay $35 Million in FTC Settlement Over Subscription Practices

13 May 2026 11:00 a.m.

Shutterstock will pay $35 million to settle FTC allegations regarding illegal subscription and cancellation practices. The digital media platform was accused of charging consumers without consent and making cancellations difficult.

Politics and Government Business Law Enforcement Federal Government Legal Economy Social Issues Shutterstock FTC Settlement Subscriptions Cancellation Practices Deceptive Practices Digital Media