Tag: federal_trade_commission
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FTC and States Secure Settlement With Corteva to Lower Pesticide Prices for Farmers
The FTC and a coalition of state attorneys general have reached a settlement with pesticide maker Corteva Inc. that is expected to bring lower pesticide prices for American farmers.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementUSAFederal GovernmentLegalAgricultureTrade Federal Trade CommissionCorteva Inc.pesticide pricesantitrust casesettlement agreementAmerican farmersstate attorneys general
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FTC Amends Rules of Practice, Creates American Competition Enforcement Division
The FTC has amended its Rules of Practice to align with the FTC Act and reflect organizational changes, including the creation of the American Competition Enforcement Division, and to fix minor errors.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessUSAFederal GovernmentLegalGeneral Politics Federal Trade CommissionRules of PracticeFTC ActAmerican Competition Enforcement DivisionFederal RegisterGovernment Regulation
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FTC Seeks Public Comment on Updating Impersonation Rule to Address Platforms' Role in Scams
The FTC is considering whether to update its Rule on Impersonation of Government and Businesses or take other action against ad-optimization practices that may further impersonation scams.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentComputers and InternetLegalSocial Issues Federal Trade Commissionimpersonation scamsRule on Impersonation of Government and Businessesonline platformsad-optimizationpublic commentconsumer protection
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FTC Backs Education Department Plan to Expand Higher Education Accreditation Options
The Federal Trade Commission strongly endorsed the Department of Education's proposed accreditation reforms, saying more competition among accreditors could lower costs and improve quality for millions of American students.
Politics and GovernmentEducationFederal GovernmentEconomySocial Issues Federal Trade CommissionDepartment of Educationhigher education accreditationaccreditation agencieshigher education costscompetition
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Constant Contact Details How It Handles Customers' Contact Data
Constant Contact says it never emails customer contact lists for its own purposes, acts only on customer instructions, and offers unsubscribe and abuse-reporting options for recipients.
BusinessScience & TechnologyLaw EnforcementUSAComputers and InternetLegalSocial IssuesMedia Constant Contactdata privacycustomer contact dataemail marketingData Privacy FrameworkunsubscribeFederal Trade CommissionVirginia GovernorReston
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FleetCor to Pay $100 Million Over Hidden Fuel Card Fees
FleetCor, now known as Corpay, and its CEO will pay $100 million to settle FTC claims it charged small businesses undisclosed fees and misled them about fuel card savings.
BusinessLaw EnforcementUSALegalFederal GovernmentFinancial Markets FleetCorCorpayFederal Trade Commissionfuel cardsunauthorized feessmall businessesFTC Act
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FTC Hits Amway With $225 Million in Historic Multilevel Marketing Action
Amway and two affiliates will pay $225 million to settle FTC and Washington state allegations of unfair and deceptive tactics used to recruit members into its multilevel marketing opportunity.
BusinessLaw EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentLegalFederal GovernmentEconomy AmwayFederal Trade Commissionmultilevel marketingWorld Wide GroupLeadership Team DevelopmentWashingtondeceptive business practices
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FTC: Amazon to Accelerate and Expand Payouts in $2.5 Billion Prime Settlement
Amazon will speed up and widen payments to eligible consumers under last year's $2.5 billion FTC settlement over Prime subscription enrollment and cancellation practices.
BusinessLaw EnforcementUSAFederal GovernmentLegalComputers and InternetEconomy Federal Trade CommissionAmazonAmazon Primesettlementconsumer paymentssubscriptionsProduct Recall
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FTC Moves to Block Anticompetitive Ties in Beretta-Ruger Deal
The FTC accepted a proposed consent order resolving antitrust concerns over a stock purchase agreement between firearm makers Beretta Holding and Sturm, Ruger & Co.
BusinessLaw EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentLegalFederal GovernmentFinancial Markets Federal Trade CommissionBeretta Holding S.A.Sturm, Ruger & Co. Inc.Clayton Actantitrustfirearm manufacturersconsent order
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FTC Publishes Price Transparency FAQs for Auto Dealers
Federal Trade Commission staff issue frequently asked questions on price transparency to help the automobile industry comply with the FTC Act.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentLegalTransportationEconomy Federal Trade Commissionprice transparencyauto dealersautomobile industryFTC Actconsumer protectionWashington DC
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Social Security Administration Warns Beneficiaries: 'Never Let Anyone Help You Move Your Money'
SSA scam alert warns beneficiaries of callers posing as bank or government employees who coach victims through moving money to "protect" it, sometimes over hours-long calls.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementUSAFederal GovernmentSocial IssuesLegal Social Security Administrationscam alertbank fraudidentity theftbeneficiariesFederal Trade Commissionmoney transfer
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Alaska Joins Bipartisan Lawsuit Against Amazon Over Deceptive Ad Auctions
Alaska Acting Attorney General Cori Mills joins 22 states and the FTC in suing Amazon, alleging it secretly overcharged about 1.2 million advertising customers through manipulated ad auctions.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessLaw EnforcementEducationEnergyLegalState GovernmentsEconomyEmployment and Labor Amazon lawsuitCori MillsMike DunleavyAlaska Career GuidePatriot Day 2026Federal Trade CommissionAlaskaOffice of the Alaska Governor
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FTC Seeks Comment on Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority's Proposed 2027 Budget
The Federal Trade Commission is seeking public comment on the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority's proposed 2027 budget, which has been submitted to the Commission and published in the Federal Register.
Politics and GovernmentSportBusinessGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEconomyLegal Federal Trade CommissionHorseracing Integrity and Safety Authority2027 budgetFederal Registerpublic commentGovernmentSports
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FTC Rescinds Obsolete Health App Data Breach Policy
The FTC has withdrawn its 2021 Policy Statement on Breaches by Health Apps and Other Connected Devices, deeming the guidance obsolete and unnecessary. This action streamlines the Commission's regulatory framework by removing outdated directives.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessHealthScience & TechnologyFederal GovernmentLegalComputers and InternetSocial Issues Federal Trade CommissionHealth AppsConnected DevicesData BreachPolicyRegulationObsolete
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Nuvei to Pay $4.85 Million in FTC Settlement Over Merchant Fraud
Global payment processor Nuvei will pay $4.85 million to settle Federal Trade Commission charges. The firm is accused of facilitating merchant fraud, including tech support scams, and must implement robust screening practices.
BusinessLaw EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentLegalFederal GovernmentEconomyComputers and InternetSocial Issues NuveiFederal Trade CommissionPayment ProcessingMerchant FraudTech Support ScamsSettlementConsumer Protection
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FTC Extends Public Comment Period on Personalized Pricing Policy
The FTC has extended the public comment period for its proposed personalized pricing policy statement by seven days. The new deadline for submissions is September 25, 2026, allowing more time for feedback on this important consumer issue.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessFederal GovernmentLegalEconomySocial Issues Federal Trade CommissionPersonalized PricingPublic CommentPolicy StatementConsumer ProtectionRegulationDeadline Extension
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Adena Health Acquires Fairfield Medical Center Following FTC Scrutiny
Adena Health has acquired Fairfield Medical Center in southeastern Ohio. This follows a Federal Trade Commission investigation into a prior acquisition attempt by OhioHealth, marking a significant development in regional healthcare.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessFederal GovernmentEconomyMedical Science Adena HealthFairfield Medical CenterOhioAcquisitionFederal Trade CommissionHealthcareHospital
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FTC Finalizes Orders Against Cox Media Group and Two Firms for Deceptive AI Marketing Claims
The FTC has finalized orders requiring Cox Media Group and two other companies to pay $930,000. The firms allegedly deceived customers by falsely claiming an AI service targeted ads using smart device conversations, which consumers had supposedly opted into.
BusinessLaw EnforcementScience & TechnologyArtificial IntelligenceComputers and InternetLegalSocial Issues Federal Trade CommissionCox Media GroupAI-powered marketingConsumer deceptionSmart devicesAdvertisingSettlement
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FTC Announces 2027 Telemarketer Fees for Do Not Call Registry Access
The Federal Trade Commission has announced new fees for telemarketers to access the National Do Not Call Registry for Fiscal Year 2027, with the changes taking effect on October 1, 2026.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentLegalEconomySocial Issues Federal Trade CommissionFTCTelemarketer FeesNational Do Not Call RegistryDNC RegistryFiscal Year 2027Consumer Protection
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FTC Finalizes Consent Order for Ascension-AmSurg $3.9 Billion Deal
The Federal Trade Commission has finalized a consent order for Ascension Health Alliance's proposed $3.9 billion acquisition of AmSurg LLC, clearing a significant regulatory hurdle for the major healthcare merger.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessHealthFederal GovernmentEconomyLegal Federal Trade CommissionFTCAscension Health AllianceAmSurg LLCAcquisitionConsent OrderHealthcareMergers & Acquisitions
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FTC Resolves Zillow-Redfin Antitrust Case, Boosts Online Rental Competition
The FTC and five states are resolving antitrust concerns with Zillow and Redfin through a proposed order. This action aims to restore competition in online rental markets, requiring Redfin to reenter internet listing services and become a stronger competitor.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessFederal GovernmentEconomyReal EstateLegal Federal Trade CommissionZillowRedfinAntitrustOnline Rental MarketCompetitionLegal Settlement
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FTC Files Brief Challenging Amgen's Enbrel Monopoly
The FTC has filed an amicus brief in an antitrust case, alleging Amgen illegally extended its monopoly on the biologic drug Enbrel through exclusive patent acquisitions, aiming to protect competition in drug markets.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessHealthFederal GovernmentEconomyMedical ScienceLegal Federal Trade CommissionAmgenEnbrelAntitrustBiologic DrugsPatentsMonopoly
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FTC Seeks Public Comment on Personalized Pricing Policy
The FTC is seeking public comment on a proposed policy statement concerning personalized pricing. This practice uses personal data to set prices based on a consumer's willingness to pay, and the FTC aims to address legal concerns surrounding its use.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentEconomyLegalSocial Issues Federal Trade CommissionPersonalized PricingPublic CommentEnforcement PolicyConsumer DataPrice SettingConsumer Protection
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IRS and Security Summit Stress Mandatory Data Security Plans for Tax Professionals
The IRS and Security Summit urge tax professionals to implement a Written Information Security Plan (WISP) to protect client data. Federal law mandates these plans, with resources available to help firms comply and prevent identity theft.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyFederal GovernmentLegalComputers and InternetEducationLaw Enforcement IRSSecurity SummitWritten Information Security PlanData SecurityTax ProfessionalsGramm-Leach-Bliley ActFederal Trade Commission
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FTC Blocks Loctite-Liquid Nails Merger to Lower Housing Costs
The Federal Trade Commission has successfully prevented German multinational Henkel, maker of Loctite, from acquiring its main competitor, Liquid Nails. This move aims to reduce housing construction material costs for Americans by preserving market competition.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentEconomyLegalTrade Federal Trade CommissionHenkelLoctiteLiquid NailsMergerConstruction AdhesivesHousing Costs
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Doxo to Pay $2.1 Million in FTC Deception Settlement
Online bill payment firm Doxo will pay $2.1 million to settle FTC allegations. The company was accused of using misleading ads to impersonate billers and charging consumers millions in undisclosed fees.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentLegalEconomySocial Issues DoxoFederal Trade CommissionFTCConsumer ProtectionOnline PaymentsSettlementMisleading Advertising
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FTC Distributes $23.8 Million to Grubhub Drivers and Diners for Deceptive Practices
The FTC is sending over $23.8 million to Grubhub drivers and diners. This restitution addresses deceptive earnings claims and unlawful conduct by the food delivery company, reinforcing consumer protection efforts against misleading practices.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentLegalEconomySocial Issues Federal Trade CommissionFTCGrubhubDeceptive AdvertisingConsumer ProtectionFood DeliveryPayments
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FTC Abandons 'Disparate Impact' Claims
The Federal Trade Commission has announced a new policy, stating it will no longer pursue claims based on disparate-impact or "unfair discrimination" theories, calling it a "pernicious legal theory."
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementLegalFederal Government FTCFederal Trade Commissiondisparate impactunfair discriminationpolicy statementlegal theoryregulatory change
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Media Monitor: FTC Bans Foreign Robot Imports Citing National Security and Domestic Industry Protection
MIT Technology Review reports the Federal Trade Commission has banned foreign advanced robot imports, citing national security and protecting U.S. industry. The move, aligned with the Trump administration's AI strategy, faces challenges as U.S. researchers rely on cheaper Chinese models.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyFederal GovernmentEconomyArtificial IntelligenceRoboticsTrade Federal Trade CommissionChinaNational SecurityTrade PolicyTrump AdministrationMIT Technology ReviewMITsciencetechnology
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FTC Distributes Over $672,000 to Consumers Harmed by Trend Deploy's Deceptive Marketing
The Federal Trade Commission is returning over $672,000 to 9,419 consumers who were victims of deceptive marketing by Trend Deploy's operator, Frank Romero. Recipients should cash their checks within 90 days.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentLegalEconomy Federal Trade CommissionFTCTrend DeployFrank RomeroConsumer ProtectionDeceptive MarketingRefunds