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FTC backs DOJ proposal Google in search antitrust case

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission, the de-facto federal privacy regulator, said on Friday that the U.S. Department of Justice's proposal to make Alphabet's Google share search data with competitors includes adequate safeguards to protect users' …

FTC’s Click-to-Cancel Rule to Take Effect on May 14, 2025, Despite Litigation

Companies with B2C or B2B recurring payment programs that include negative option terms should review their disclosure, consent, and cancellation practices to ensure compliance with the rule. The FTC’s new Negative Option Rule (the Rule or the click-to- …

FTC Finalizes Updates to COPPA Rule: What You Need To Know

On April 22, 2025, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) published final updates to the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act Rule (COPPA Rule). The final COPPA Rule goes into effect on June 23, 2025, 60 days after its publication; however, regulated …

FTC Imposed $9.6 Million Judgement Against Debt Collector for Alleged Threats and Phantom Debt

On April 30, 2025, the FTC filed an amended complaint and final order in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia against a debt collection company in connection with allegations that the company engaged in deception and coercion to …

Illinois and Minnesota AGs Join FTC’s Lawsuit Against Private Equity Firm

[co-author: Stephanie Kozol]* Illinois Attorney General (AG) Kwame Raoul and Minnesota AG Keith Ellison have joined the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in a lawsuit to block the acquisition of Surmodics Inc. by GTCR BC Holdings LLC, two major manufacturers …

Warning on fake online JOANN fabric sales: FTC cautions against scam sites

According to the FTC, fake websites are popping up online, claiming to sell deeply discounted JOANN liquidation inventory — but it’s all a scam. ATLANTA — As JOANN Fabric & Craft Stores wind down operations, the company and the Federal Trade Commission …

FTC Finalizes Amendments to the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act Rule

On April 22, 2025, the Federal Trade Commission ("FTC") published the finalized amendments to the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act ("COPPA") Rule (the "Rule"), marking the first major update since 2013. According …

FTC Files Amicus Brief on DOJ’s Proposed Final Judgment Against Google for Antitrust Violations

The Federal Trade Commission filed an amicus brief today in support of the Department of Justice’s Revised Proposed Final Judgment (RPFJ) related to Google’s antitrust violations. In August 2024, a federal judge found that Google violated Section 2 of the …

FTC hits pause on 'click to cancel' rule

By Jody Godoy (Reuters) -The U.S. Federal Trade Commission is delaying implementation of a rule set to take effect next week that would require businesses to make it as easy to cancel subscriptions and memberships as it is to sign up, to give companies …

The FTC Rule on Unfair or Deceptive Fees: FAQs and Guidance

On May 12, 2025, the Federal Trade Commission’s Rule on Unfair or Deceptive Fees will take effect. Under the rule, certain businesses must disclose all mandatory fees and the total price up front to limit bait-and-switch tactics. While the rule applies to …

GPS 2025: Former FTC commissioners discuss removals, future of US consumer protection

During the IAPP Global Privacy Summit 2025 in Washington, D.C., former U.S. Federal Trade Commissioners Alvaro Bedoya and Rebecca Kelly Slaughter joined The Verge's "Decoder" podcast to discuss the current and future landscape of U.S. …

FTC Votes on Negative Option Rule Deadline

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No More Hidden Hotel Fees? New FTC Rule and Legislation Target Price Transparency

FTC Action Ends Ecommerce Empire Builders Online Business Opportunity Scam

A Federal Trade Commission lawsuit has put a stop to Ecommerce Empire Builders’ (EEB) business opportunity scam that used false promises of large profits to entice consumers into paying for help starting “Ecommerce empires” through online storefronts. EEB …

The social skinny: Snapchat newfront, Trump recruits influencer for Surgeon General and Instagram CEO’s testimony in FTC ...

Snapchat newfront shared Wicked updates To announce its newest offering, Sponsored Snaps, at its newfront, Snap “demonstrated” Wicked star Jonathan Bailey filming a Snap video promoting Wicked’s November premiere, with the caption “Let’s take a trip to Oz …

The Morning After: What we learned from the FTC v. Meta antitrust trial (so far)

Years after the Federal Trade Commission sued Meta in a bid to halt acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp, the trial that will shape its future is finally underway. The trial kicked off last month when CEO Mark Zuckerberg took the stand, and it’s expected …

What we’ve learned from the FTC v. Meta antitrust trial

Meta is facing its biggest existential threat in its history. Years after the Federal Trade Commission first sued the social network in an attempt to unwind its acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp, the trial that will shape its future is finally …

DOJ and FTC Launch Public Inquiry Into ‘Unfair and Anticompetitive’ Live/Ticketing Practices

The DOJ and the FTC have officially launched a public inquiry in connection with a March executive order targeting ‘unfair practices in the live entertainment market.’ Photo Credit: ActionVance The DOJ and the FTC formally announced this public inquiry …

More than $5 Million in Refunds Sent to Consumers as a Result of the FTC’s Action Against Cerebral over Deceptive ...

More than 40,000 people will receive a refund as a result of the Federal Trade Commission’s settlement with Cerebral, Inc, an online mental health service provider that allegedly billed consumers despite their requests to cancel their subscriptions. The …

Amish Pretzel Co to Showcase Handcrafted Pretzels at Sweets & Snacks & National Restaurant Association Shows

Amish Pretzel Company, Sister Brand to Ben’s Soft Pretzels, to Showcase Handcrafted Pretzels at Sweets & Snacks Expo and National Restaurant Association Show ELKHART, IN, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Amish Pretzel Company …

Unrattled Company to Debut at ABC Kids Expo with Innovative Travel Solution for Parents

Unrattled® introduces The Winglet™—an all-in-one, compact travel essential for lap infants—at the ABC Kids Expo, May 21–23 at Mandalay Bay Convention Center. LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Unrattled Company, the …

Tivar® H.O.T. UHMW Enhances Food Processing Equipment Performance in High-Heat Applications

Tivar® H.O.T. UHMW from Interstate Advanced Materials is engineered to enhance food processing equipment performance in high-heat environments. SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Food processing and packaging …

TemporaryTattoos.com Now Offering Custom Temporary Tattoos in Low Quantities

High Quality Custom Temporary Tattoos Available in Low Quantities TUCSON, AZ, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- TemporaryTattoos.com, a leading name in high-quality temporary body art, is proud to now offer custom temporary …

The Force returns to Hake’s Auctions on May 15 with the premier Jeff Jacob Star Wars & action figure collection, Part II

515 choice lots are led by a 1978 Star Wars Double Telescoping Darth Vader, graded AFA 80 NM, the only example in its high grade ever to appear in any auction YORK, PA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hake’s triumphant sale of the Jeff …

TikTok’s Shift to Search-Focused LIVE Selling Fuels Growth for Family-Run Affiliate Accounts Like @DavidsDailyDeal

Amid rising costs and evolving algorithms, David and Tracy Webb grow a sustainable multi-channel TikTok Shop brand LEWISBURG, TN, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As TikTok LIVE shopping evolves, creators who optimize their …

BullsEye Plumbing Heating and Air Marks 20 Years of HVAC and Plumbing Excellence in 2025

BullsEye Plumbing Heating and Air celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2025, maintaining its commitment to HVAC and plumbing excellence. COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BullsEye Plumbing Heating & Air …

Museum of Discovery and Science Announces Collaboration with MAGNA-TILES® to Create First Traveling Museum Exhibit

Historic Partnership with America’s #1 Magnetic Building Sets Brand to Bring MAGNA-TILES Studio to Global Children’s Museum Visitors FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Museum of Discovery and Science (MODS …

SIMPLYPROTEIN at SWEETS & SNACKS '25: BOLD NEW BRANDING, 'STACKED' CANDY-LIKE PROTEIN BARS & 2 NEW TORTILLA CHIP FLAVORS

Attendees are invited to BOOTH 4123 to experience and sample new branding and products, and meet President/CCO Linda Zink. TORONTO, NEW YORK, CANADA, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SimplyProtein, the B Corp-certified makers of premium, …

Banafshe Law Firm Changes Name to BANA LAW, PC After 22 Years of Service

Official name change from Banafshe Law Firm, PC to BANA LAW, PC. Same Team. Same Dedication. New Name - Proudly representing injury victims across California. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- After more than 22 …

Women-Led Legal Team at Prestige Legal Solutions, P.C.® Prevails Over Mercedes-Benz in Landmark Lemon Law Ruling

All-female team at Prestige Legal Solutions triumphs over Mercedes-Benz, closing a three-year legal fight with a major win. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- An all-female team of attorneys at Prestige Legal …

ParallelStaff Highlights Growing Need for Technical Leadership in Remote Software Teams

Dallas, TX, May 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ParallelStaff, a leading provider of nearshore software development, is spotlighting a growing crisis in tech team leadership. As software projects grow more complex, businesses face rising risks of misalignment …

Viral SLC Artist With 500 Million Views On Socials Debuts 'Sandwich Series' Exhibit This Weekend

Kamber Carroll brings his viral nostalgic-meets-design style to life with his sandwich-inspired pieces - it’s art, it’s absurd, it’s a vibe SALT LAKE CITY, UT, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Local artist Kamber Carroll is …

North Natomas Jibe's Saddle Up Saturdays Return with More Days, Bigger Rewards and More Flexibility

North Natomas Jibe’s Saddle Up Saturdays (& Sundays) is back—ride weekends in May, dine locally, earn $20, with an easier way to join through NorCal Go. SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- North Natomas Jibe’s Saddle Up …

Erin Keller Joins Southern Turf Co.'s President's Club for Outstanding Sales Achievement

Austin Turf Advisor Honored for Exceptional Sales and Client Satisfaction. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Southern Turf Co. is proud to announce that Erin Keller, a standout Turf Advisor in the Austin market, has earned a …

Rare Coins and Precious Metals Reassert Safe-Haven Role as Gold Surges and Recession Fears Mount

Hard Asset Management Highlights Historical Resilience and Strong 2025 Market Performance SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With the price of gold surpassing $3,300 per ounce and growing concern over a global economic …

SOBER WITCH LIFE MOBILE APP HITS 300 ORGANIC DOWNLOADS

The Sober Witch Life Mobile App, a recovery tool combining sober witchcraft with spiritual healing, has officially surpassed 300 downloads since October 2024. DETROIT, MI, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Sober Witch Life …

ICE Box Storage System Under Review: Personal Information Protection to Keep Important Physical Documents Safe

New York, May 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In This Article, You’ll Discover: Why secure document storage is critical in today’s unpredictable world The real risks and pain points of disorganized or unprotected paperwork How the ICE Box Storage System …

Cardian The Safe Card Complaints Investigated: 2025 SafeCard Money Protection User Reviews Tested & Verified

New York, May 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In This Article, You’ll Discover: The rising threat of RFID and NFC-based electronic pickpocketing in 2025 Why traditional wallets and outdated RFID sleeves offer minimal data protection Real-world examples of how …

The 2023 ETF Series Trusts Select Tidal Financial Group as Service Provider, Ensuring Continuity and Growth for Asset ...

WASHINGTON, May 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Trustees of The 2023 ETF Series Trust and The 2023 ETF Series Trust II ("The Trusts") announced today that, following an extensive due diligence process, Tidal Financial Group has been selected as …