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Published on Feb 26, 2026

DOJ and FTC seek public input on new competitor collaboration guidelines

On February 23, 2026, the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) Antitrust Division and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) jointly announced a public inquiry seeking input on potential new guidance regarding collaborations among competitors. The inquiry …

Source: JD Supra - California - Neutral
Published on Feb 26, 2026

Walmart Agrees to $100 Million Judgment to Settle FTC, States’ Charges Over Deceptive Earnings Claims Related to the ...

Walmart, Inc. has agreed to a $100 million judgment to settle allegations from the Federal Trade Commission and 11 states that the company caused delivery drivers to lose tens of millions of dollars’ worth of earnings, by deceiving them about the base pay, …

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Published on Feb 25, 2026

New York Times, AP, Guardian And Others Urge Court To Block FTC Probe Of Media Matters

The New York Times, Associated Press, Guardian and other news organizations have joined the roster of outside groups urging a federal appellate court to prevent the Federal Trade Commission from resuming its investigation of the watchdog Media Matters for …

Source: MediaPost - Neutral
Published on Mar 3, 2026

Government says Live Nation bullied venues, artists in ticketing market

A landmark trial begins Tuesday as the Department of Justice and a bipartisan group of state attorneys general sue Ticketmaster parent company Live Nation, alleging it engages in anticompetitive practices. The lawsuit, filed nearly two years ago by the …

Source: KXLF 4 - Montana - Pending
Published on Mar 4, 2026

Could this idea save the Democrats?

Donald Trump is flailing, and no wonder. He was not elected to shoot nurses or raise healthcare costs for ordinary Americans while cutting taxes for billionaires. Yet the Democratic party’s elderly, well-heeled high command seems unable to land a blow. …

Source: Prospect - Center-left
Published on Mar 2, 2026

What Humphrey’s Legacy Protects

Overturning the precedent that protects FTC independence would invite corruption and public distrust. Like many other Americans, I was struck by a single image from President Donald J. Trump’s second inauguration in January 2025. It was the photograph of …

Source: The Regulatory Review - Pennsylvania - Center-left
Published on Feb 20, 2026

FTC Continues Commitment to Enforcement Actions to Cease Alleged Unfair Labor-Market Practices

After the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) ceased its defense of the Biden-era rule that would have banned nearly all noncompete agreements in employment, the Commission has provided a glimpse into how it intends to carry out its stated interest in …

Source: National Law Review - Neutral
Published on Feb 20, 2026

Newsmax Didn’t Like Its NewsGuard Rating, So The FTC Attacked NewsGuard, And Now NewsGuard Is Suing

from the found-the-censorship-industrial-complex dept We’ve written a few times now about how the GOP’s “free speech warriors” have been waging an absolutely absurd campaign against NewsGuard, a company whose entire business model is… expressing opinions …

Source: Techdirt - Indeterminate
Published on Feb 6, 2026

FTC Officials Vow To Root Out Anticompetitive Noncompete Agreements

Key Takeaways The FTC hosted a virtual workshop on Jan. 27 titled “Moving Forward: Protecting Workers from Anticompetitive Noncompete Agreements,” which included presentations from FTC Chairman Andrew Ferguson, Commissioner Mark Meador and other agency …

Source: JD Supra - California - Neutral
Published on Feb 18, 2026

Expect Increase in FTC Noncompete Enforcement Despite Withdrawal of Nationwide Ban

Noncompete agreements remain in the Federal Trade Commission’s crosshairs. Although the FTC abandoned its pursuit of a nationwide ban, targeted enforcement is here, and the healthcare industry specifically has been placed on notice. The Background On …

Source: JD Supra - California - Neutral
Published on Feb 23, 2026

Justice Department Sues OhioHealth for Anticompetitive Healthcare Contracts

The Justice Department Antitrust Division and Ohio attorney general on Friday filed a civil antitrust lawsuit against OhioHealth, believing that the company’s anticompetitive contract restrictions forced Ohio patients to pay higher prices for health care …

Source: Breitbart - Right-wing
Published on Feb 18, 2026

FTC must keep up the fight against NewsGuard and its ‘disinformation’ graft

Federal Trade Commission chief Andrew Ferguson is fighting the good fight as the agency stares down a lawsuit from the “news accuracy rating” company NewsGuard. We pushed for Ferguson to chair the FTC precisely because “he gets as few others do the …

Source: New York Post - Right-wing
Published on Feb 18, 2026

FTC and DOJ Signal Expanded Antitrust Scrutiny of DEI, ESG, and “Viewpoint Competition” Initiatives

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson issued warning letters to 42 U.S. law firms on January 30, 2026, regarding potentially unfair and anticompetitive employment practices tied to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) hiring …

Source: JD Supra - California - Neutral
Published on Feb 18, 2026

Trump Strong on Tech: FTC Ramps Up Investigation into Microsoft

The FTC is ramping up its investigation of Microsoft, sending a new round of investigative requests to the company’s competitors regarding the tech giant’s practice of bundling of AI, security and identity software in its offerings. The tough stance of …

Source: Breitbart - Right-wing
Published on Feb 18, 2026

Media Matters Fights FTC Over 'Ad Boycott' Investigation

The Federal Trade Commission should not be allowed to resume its attempt to investigate Media Matters for America, the watchdog argues in papers filed Tuesday with the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals. "The First Amendment prohibits public officials from …

Source: MediaPost - Neutral
Published on Feb 18, 2026

Trump’s FTC Takes Up The Fight Against Big Tech Wokeness

For years, some of the worst actors in the tech industry were able to do as they pleased without fear of consequence. They could construct monopolies, censor conservatives, and promote wokeness as much as they wanted. But things are beginning to change …

Source: American Greatness - Right-wing
Published on Feb 16, 2026

'This marks a significant step towards addressing anticompetitive behaviors': Following a complaint from Opera, ...

Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter PC Gamer Get the PC Gamer Newsletter Keep up to date with the most important stories and the best deals, as picked by the PC Gamer team. You are now subscribed Your newsletter sign-up was …

Source: PC Gamer - Neutral
Published on Feb 16, 2026

The FTC’s Warning Shot at Apple: How Political Bias Allegations Could Reshape Big Tech’s App Store Empire

The Federal Trade Commission has fired a pointed warning at Apple CEO Tim Cook, signaling that the agency is scrutinizing the tech giant’s App Store practices for potential political bias — a move that could have sweeping implications for how the world’s …

Source: WebProNews - Pending
Published on Feb 16, 2026

District Court Vacates FTC’s 2024 HSR Rule Amendments

February 2026 The future of the 2024 amendments to the Hart-Scott-Rodino (“HSR”) premerger notification requirements (the “Final Rule”) is now in flux, following yesterday’s decision from the Eastern District of Texas that vacated the Final Rule, which has …

Source: JD Supra - California - Neutral

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Published on March 6, 2026 - 03:04 GMT

National Consumer Protection Week is March 1-7

March 4, 2026 Salem – In observation of National Consumer Protection Week, the Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DFR) is partnering with local and national agencies to empower consumers to avoid, report, and recover from fraud. “Financial fraud is …

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Published on March 6, 2026 - 00:12 GMT

Attorney General Jackley Urges "National Slam the Slam Observance Day" to Urge Consumers to Remain Cautious About Scams

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, March 4, 2026 Contact: Tony Mangan, Communications Director, 605-773-6878 PIERRE, S.D. – South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley encourages consumers to remain vigilant against scammers who impersonate government …

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Published on March 5, 2026 - 20:47 GMT

It’s a Grand Slam: Attorney General Bonta Urges Californians to Beware of Scams on Seventh Annual Slam the Scam Day

OAKLAND — California Attorney General Rob Bonta, in observance of the Seventh Annual Slam the Scam Day, today issued a consumer alert warning Californians to beware of Social Security-related scams and other government imposter scams. In a government …

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Published on February 26, 2026 - 23:22 GMT

Walmart Agrees to $100 Million Judgment to Settle FTC, States’ Charges Over Deceptive Earnings Claims Related to the ...

Walmart, Inc. has agreed to a $100 million judgment to settle allegations from the Federal Trade Commission and 11 states that the company caused delivery drivers to lose tens of millions of dollars’ worth of earnings, by deceiving them about the base pay, …

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Published on February 26, 2026 - 01:36 GMT

FTC to Host February 26 Workshop on Measuring Injuries and Benefits in the Data-Driven Economy

WHAT: The Federal Trade Commission is hosting a workshop, “Measuring Injuries and Benefits in the Data-Driven Economy,” to explore efforts to measure consumers’ privacy preferences, as well as the impacts of data breaches on consumers. WHEN: Thursday, …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy
Published on February 26, 2026 - 01:45 GMT

FTC Issues COPPA Policy Statement to Incentivize the Use of Age Verification Technologies to Protect Children Online

The Federal Trade Commission issued a policy statement today announcing that the Commission will not bring an enforcement action under the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Rule (COPPA Rule) against certain website and online service operators that …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy
Published on March 5, 2026 - 06:00 GMT

Attorney General Brenna Bird Alerts Iowans to Rising Imposter Scams

DES MOINES—Attorney General Brenna Bird recently released the top complaints and scams her office handled in 2025. Rising to the second most reported category were imposter scams. Those include fake job offers, online shopping scams, romance scams, or …

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Published on March 4, 2026 - 19:10 GMT

GetOutOfDebt.org Releases Free Federal Lawsuit Tracker and Weekly Analysis for Debt Relief Industry and Consumers

Tool monitors companies in federal courts; weekly briefing identifies recurring patterns in consumer litigation against debt relief firms WAKE FOREST, NC, UNITED STATES, March 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Steve Rhode, Get Out of Debt Guy, has …

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Published on March 6, 2026 - 05:42 GMT

Lightweight Hardshell Rooftop Tents: The Ultimate Buyer’s Guide for Compact Vehicle Owners

XIAMEN, FUJIAN, CHINA, March 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Outdoor mobility landscape is being altered by an emerging group of adventurers who travel lighter, move faster, and demand smarter equipment. As compact SUVs, crossovers, and electric vehicles …

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Published on March 6, 2026 - 05:42 GMT

Lana Kerr Launches HERgevity Movement Redefining Women’s Longevity

The HERgevity initiative launches Sunday and continues throughout the year, with major presence at the LiveLong Women’s Health Summit in San Francisco in April. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, March 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Entrepreneur, author, …

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Published on March 6, 2026 - 05:42 GMT

How to Choose the Best Automatic Hardshell Rooftop Tent for Modern Overlanders

XIAMEN, FUJIAN, CHINA, March 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Modern overlanding is revolutionizing how people experience nature. Once considered an obscure pursuit, overlanding has evolved into a mainstream lifestyle movement that blends mobility, comfort …

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Published on March 6, 2026 - 05:42 GMT

Sedifly’s Founder and CEO, Joash Lee, Makes the Case for Purpose-Driven Firms at Economist Impact’s Sustainability Week

Sedifly's Joash Lee joins global leaders at Sustainability Week 2026 to discuss scaling purpose-driven tech and democratizing access to education. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As over 2,500 global leaders convened in …

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Published on March 6, 2026 - 02:30 GMT

Gachwala Introduces Milky Mushroom Spawn for Summer Cultivation, Now Available Online

Milky mushroom spawn is now listed on Gachwala’s official website as a cultivation input for structured summer season mushroom growing. BARASAT, WEST BENGAL, INDIA, March 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gachwala brings out Milky Mushroom Spawn for …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Consumer Goods ...
Published on March 5, 2026 - 23:12 GMT

Good Times Luxury Explains the Rise of 'Franken' Rolex Watches — And How Buyers Can Avoid Getting Burned

Good Times Luxury launches Rolex serial verification service to help buyers detect “Franken” watches and avoid costly mistakes in the secondary market. CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the secondary luxury watch market …

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Published on March 5, 2026 - 22:41 GMT

NutriRoot Launches in the U.S. With Patented Plant Based Hair Regrowth System

TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hair Power Group LLC today announced the official U.S. launch of NutriRoot, now available at NutriRoot.co, introducing a patented, plant-based hair regrowth and thickening system …

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Published on March 5, 2026 - 21:54 GMT

North Fulton Treatment Center Expands Opioid Addiction Treatment With Methadone and Buprenorphine Programs in Georgia

North Fulton Treatment Center expands hours and access to Methadone and Buprenorphine opioid addiction treatment in Georgia. ROSWELL, GA, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- North Fulton Treatment Center, one of Georgia’s highest …

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Published on March 5, 2026 - 21:00 GMT

AST Announces IP3 2025 Results: 47 Patent Transactions and $5.1M Invested in Collaborative Patent Defense

AST’s IP3 2025 program facilitated 47 patent deals for $5.1M, connecting patent owners with major tech companies through a collaborative licensing model. PRINCETON, NJ, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AST has successfully …

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Published on March 5, 2026 - 19:00 GMT

Pergola Depot Enhances Big Kahuna PLUS Covered Pergola Line with New Size Range and Roofing Options

A premium quality covered pergola with roofing now offered in 60+ sizes and expanded roofing color options to meet rising demand. MELBOURNE, FL, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pergola Depot® recently expanded its popular line …

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Published on March 5, 2026 - 18:27 GMT

Castle Group CEO Jordan Goldman Named a 2026 SFBJ Power Leader 250 Honoree

Castle Group CEO Jordan Goldman named a 2026 SFBJ 250 Power Leader honoree, recognizing his impact, growth leadership, and community commitment. PLANTATION, FL, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Castle Group, the premier choice for …

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Published on March 5, 2026 - 18:17 GMT

The Relentless Pace of State PFAS Actions Discussed on B&C’s All Things Chemical® Podcast

Speakers will discuss key state differences and offer tips on staying ahead of the PFAS curve. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Perhaps in response to perceived inaction at the federal level, over half of the U. …

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Published on March 5, 2026 - 18:15 GMT

B&C to Present Lexology Masterclass 'PFAS in consumer products: a multi-state compliance guide'

B&C speakers will describe PFAS reporting frameworks at the federal and state level, as well as state notification, restriction, and prohibition requirements. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bergeson & …

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Published on March 5, 2026 - 17:40 GMT

Trading Card Brand Debuts Immersive Hobby Box Collection With $69,000 Challenger Grand Prize

Based Trading Cards unveils Series 4 Experience Box with a 1 in 420 chance to win a custom Challenger R T Scat Pack through an industry first Golden Key Card SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Based Trading Cards has …

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Published on March 5, 2026 - 17:37 GMT

Green Line Digital Solidifies Elite Status as 2026 Google Premier Partner

Green Line Digital, a leading digital growth agency, is proud to announce it has achieved 2026 Premier Partner status in the Google Partners program. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Green Line Digital, a leading …

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Published on March 5, 2026 - 17:36 GMT

Diamondback Lock and Key of Mesa Expands Residential and Commercial Locksmith Services in Arizona

Diamondback Lock and Key of Mesa expands residential and commercial locksmith services, providing fast mobile support for homes and businesses in Mesa, Arizona. MESA, AZ, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Diamondback Lock and …

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Published on March 5, 2026 - 17:29 GMT

Eagle Patches Canada Brings Premium Custom Patch Production to Brands and Teams Across Canada

CORNWALL, ONTARIO, CANADA, March 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Eagle Patches CA announced its continued focus on helping Canadian businesses, organizations, and creators upgrade their uniforms, merchandise, and promotional gear with custom patch …

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Published on March 5, 2026 - 17:28 GMT

New Curion Research Reveals the GLP-1 Menu Paradox: Consumers Want Smaller, Protein-Forward Options but Reject Labeling

Survey of More Than 8,500 Consumers Exposes the Gap Between Demand and Identity in Restaurant Dining — And What Operators Must Do About It DEERFIELD , IL, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Curion, one of the largest product and …

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Published on March 5, 2026 - 17:00 GMT

Snap-O-Razzo Expands Cold-Cured Garlic & Onion Dill Pickle Portfolio Amid Growing National Demand

NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Snap-O-Razzo, a quality-focused national hot dog and specialty foods company founded by critically acclaimed chef and restaurateur Ralph Perrazzo, is expanding its Cold-Cured …

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Published on March 5, 2026 - 17:00 GMT

HERBSOCIAL Brings Back 'March Battle of the Buds' Cannabis Tournament

LAWRENCEVILLE, IL, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HERBSOCIAL is bringing community energy and friendly competition back to Lawrenceville this March with the return of its annual March Battle of the Buds, a month-long in- …

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