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Published on Nov 4, 2026

The FTC is cracking down on deceptive pricing practices — and Toast, DoorDash, and Uber are being scrutinized

Personalized pricing is being looked into at DoorDash, Uber, and more. | Credit: Shutterstock The U.S. Federal Trade Commission is using multiple avenues to crack down on deceptive pricing practices across several industries, including delivery services …

Source: Restaurant Business Magazine - Neutral
Published on Nov 3, 2026

FTC Issues Section 6 Pricing Inquiry on Pricing and Compensation

The new wave of data driven personalized pricing is catching the attention of state and federal regulators. Recently, the FTC issued its first enforcement policy statement with a general mandate that “businesses that engage in personalized pricing should …

Source: JD Supra - California - Neutral
Published on Nov 3, 2026

FTC, States Allege Toast Software Burns Restaurants and Consumers

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and eight states have filed a lawsuit against Toast Inc. alleging the restaurant software company charges restaurants hidden and unauthorized fees and unwanted add-ons; fails to deliver on its customer support promises; …

Source: Insurance Journal - Neutral
Published on Nov 3, 2026

FTC and four states demand jury trial in BOTS Act lawsuit against Live Nation and Ticketmaster

The US Federal Trade Commission and four states have demanded a jury trial in their lawsuit against Live Nation and its ticketing subsidiary, Ticketmaster. Colorado, Florida, Illinois, and Nebraska joined the FTC in the demand, which was filed in federal …

Source: Music Business Worldwide - Neutral
Published on Nov 2, 2026

FTC Hits Leading POS Provider With Blistering Lawsuit Alleging False Claims and Hidden Fees

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and eight states have filed a lawsuit against Toast, a leading POS company for restaurants, over its contracts, fees and cancellation practices. Toast markets and sells point-of-sale hardware, software and payment …

Source: PQM Pizza - Pending
Published on 02:04 GMT

Leaving New York, Never Easy, but Now a Little Easier: New York City’s Click-to-Cancel Rule Should Encourage Clients to ...

New York City’s Click-to-Cancel rule took effect on October 1, 2026. Businesses based in NYC or offering subscriptions to NYC consumers (among others) should review how customers sign up, receive notices, and cancel/terminate a subscription. The …

Source: JD Supra - California - Neutral
Published on Oct 31, 2026

Six-figure scam losses among older Americans grew nearly sevenfold in five years, FTC says

Reports of six-figure scam losses among older Americans have soared since 2020. The Federal Trade Commission says adults 60 and older filed 6,769 such reports in 2025, up from 1,136 in 2020. Here's what to know Adults 60 and older told the FTC they …

Source: The Cool Down - Oregon - Center-left
Published on Oct 30, 2026

Dollar General knew shoppers were overcharged but failed to fix it, FTC lawsuit alleges

Bargain shoppers at Dollar General allegedly paid more than they expected at checkout because of what the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) called deceptive pricing practices. In response, the agency has sued the Tennessee-based retailer over what it says was …

Source: The Cool Down - Oregon - Center-left
Published on Oct 30, 2026

Is Toast Getting Burned? FTC Sues Restaurant Tech Giant Over Alleged Hidden Fees

FTC Sues Toast, Alleging Hidden Fees And Restaurant Contracts That Can Cost Thousands Toast logoweb; background CanvaA restaurant can change its menu, its prices, or even its location. But switching the company that handles its orders and payments can …

Source: WBAP - Texas - Right-wing
Published on Nov 4, 2026

AG sues Dollar General over alleged overcharging

RALEIGH — North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson is suing Dollar General for allegedly overcharging customers who unknowingly paid more at the register because the company didn’t update shelf prices. His office is also asking vigilant customers to …

Source: Ashe Post & Times - North Carolina - Neutral
Published on Nov 4, 2026

US Voters Reject AI Data Centers, Elon Musk Finds Solace in Orbital Alternative

US voters overwhelmingly rejected new AI data center construction during Tuesday's midterm elections, dealing a blow to the tech industry. But SpaceX CEO Elon Musk seems to be half-joking that the results justify his push to put data centers in orbit …

Source: PC Magazine - Neutral
Published on Oct 30, 2026

Why the FTC and 8 states are suing payments fintech Toast

Key insights: The Federal Trade Commission and eight states are suing Toast, alleging that the restaurant software and payments fintech failed to deliver on its customer support promises, made it difficult to cancel its services and hit restaurants with …

Source: American Banker - New York - Neutral
Published on Oct 30, 2026

Major companies like Target, Walmart now at center of FTC probe into pricing concerns

Several major companies like Target, Instacart, Walmart, United Airlines and more are being questioned by federal authorities over how they charge customers -- and whether those charges differ by person. Nine companies - including Delta, United, JetBlue, …

Source: NBC 5 Chicago - Illinois - Neutral
Published on Oct 30, 2026

Utah, FTC and 19 other states sue Dollar General, saying it overcharged its poorest customers by millions

The Federal Trade Commission and 20 states sued Dollar General on Monday, alleging the discount chain has spent years charging customers more at the register than the prices shown on its shelves, price tags, and advertisements. The complaint, filed in the …

Source: The Salt Lake Tribune - Utah - Pending
Published on Oct 30, 2026

Nebraska, FTC, and partnering states sue Toast Inc. over hidden and unauthorized fees

LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - The Nebraska Attorney General’s Office announced on Wednesday that several governmental agencies are suing a restaurant software company over several hidden, unauthorized fees, unwanted add ons and other issues. The Federal Trade …

Source: KOLN - Nebraska - Pending
Published on Oct 29, 2026

Nebraska, FTC, and Partnering States Sue Toast Inc. over Hidden and Unauthorized Fees and Other Unlawful Conduct

Posted Thursday, October 29, 2026 The Federal Trade Commission, by and through Los Angeles County Counsel and San Francisco City Attorney, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska, Oklahoma, and Utah, filed a lawsuit today against Toast Inc., alleging …

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Published on Oct 30, 2026

FTC and eight states sue Toast over hidden fees and hard-to-cancel plans

The US Federal Trade Commission and eight states have sued Toast, the restaurant software and payments company. They accuse it of hidden fees, unwanted add-ons and a cancellation process that traps customers. Toast said it will fight the case in court. The …

Source: The Next Web - Neutral
Published on Oct 29, 2026

Utah, the FTC, and 19 States Sue Dollar General, Alleging Register Overcharges

Attorney General Derek Brown, the Utah Department of Commerce’s Division of Consumer Protection, and the FTC allege Dollar General charges more at the register than its advertised prices, costing consumers millions of dollars SALT LAKE CITY—Utah, the …

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Published on Oct 29, 2026

Are your purchases pricier because of your search history? FTC wants to know

Could your browsing history be changing the price you pay? We may soon find out. Several major companies have 45 days to respond to an order sent this week by the Federal Trade Commission to turn over details about what kind of personal information they …

Source: NBC 5 Chicago - Illinois - Neutral

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Published on November 5, 2026 - 11:19 GMT

Locksmith Lancaster Ohio Releases Winter Lockout Checklist Based on FTC Guidance for Fairfield County Residents

With no state locksmith license in Ohio, the checklist helps Lancaster residents check the person, the price and the business before any locksmith work starts. LANCASTER, OH, UNITED STATES, November 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Locksmith Lancaster Ohio …

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Published on November 4, 2026 - 11:30 GMT

FTC Solar Announces Third Quarter 2026 Financial Results

Third quarter revenue up 25% q/q; profitability metrics within, or better than, target ranges Significant new project wins across multiple geographies with several new customers, including Tata Power Solar and Evren, platform backed by Brookfield …

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Published on November 2, 2026 - 21:42 GMT

WA, FTC reach $600K settlement with payment processing company for deceptive practices

Washington small business owners will receive financial relief through a $600,000 settlement with the payment processor Riverside Payments, Inc., its affiliate, and the companies’ owners, resolving allegations the firms deceived customers with false …

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Published on November 4, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

RODE LIFE Hotel Price Comparison Lets Members Book Elsewhere if Cheaper

Members see five booking sites' prices next to the member rate, and can click through to book the same hotel and dates elsewhere if cheaper. SHERIDAN, WY, UNITED STATES, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RODE LIFE, the free travel membership, …

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Published on October 29, 2026 - 11:09 GMT

Utah, the FTC, and 19 States Sue Dollar General, Alleging Register Overcharges

Attorney General Derek Brown, the Utah Department of Commerce’s Division of Consumer Protection, and the FTC allege Dollar General charges more at the register than its advertised prices, costing consumers millions of dollars SALT LAKE CITY—Utah, the …

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Published on October 29, 2026 - 20:40 GMT

Utah joins FTC in suing Toast over alleged deceptive pricing and hidden fees

Salt Lake City, UT — Utah has joined the Federal Trade Commission, six other states, and two local governments in suing Toast, Inc., alleging the company misled restaurant owners with deceptive pricing, false customer support claims, and hidden fees. Utah …

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Published on October 29, 2026 - 17:46 GMT

Nebraska, FTC, and Partnering States Sue Toast Inc. over Hidden and Unauthorized Fees and Other Unlawful Conduct

Posted Thursday, October 29, 2026 The Federal Trade Commission, by and through Los Angeles County Counsel and San Francisco City Attorney, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska, Oklahoma, and Utah, filed a lawsuit today against Toast Inc., alleging …

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Published on November 4, 2026 - 06:11 GMT

Free Cancellation Letter Template in 30 Categories, Plus Open Data on Auto-Renewal Laws in 50 States and DC

Free cancellation letter template in 30 categories; Postbye's open dataset sorts auto-renewal laws in 50 states and DC: 23 general, 23 sector-only, 5 none. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Postbye (postbye. …

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Published on November 5, 2026 - 12:53 GMT

C3 Solutions Invites Logistics Professionals to Participate in the 2027 State of Yard and Dock Management Survey

Third annual survey explores operational challenges, technology adoption and transportation planning, building on findings from the 2025 & 2026 industry reports MONTREAL, QUéBEC, CANADA, November 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- C3 Solutions, a global …

Distribution channels: Consumer Goods, Food & Beverage Industry ...
Published on November 5, 2026 - 12:38 GMT

GoodsQC Launches Streamlined QC Verification Tool to Empower Overseas Buyers Sourcing From Chinese Marketplaces

FUJIAN PROVINCE, CHINA, November 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recently, GoodsQC has rolled out its dedicated quality verification solution to address longstanding pain points for overseas buyers purchasing from Chinese marketplaces including Taobao and …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Conferences & Trade Fairs ...
Published on November 5, 2026 - 12:15 GMT

Coinman: An Untold Conspiracy by Pawan Mishra Wins 2026 NYC Big Book Award for Literary Fiction

GREATER RALEIGH-DURHAM AREA, NC, UNITED STATES, November 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Author Pawan Mishra’s acclaimed novel, "Coinman: An Untold Conspiracy," has been named the Literary Fiction Category Winner in the prestigious 2026 NYC Big …

Distribution channels: Book Publishing Industry, Consumer Goods ...
Published on November 5, 2026 - 12:15 GMT

AUSTRALIAN MEMOIR ENCOUNTER WINS 2026 NYC BIG BOOK AWARD® FOR MULTICULTURAL NONFICTION

Ian Reilly’s honest memoir of Samoa, disaster, faith, compassion and cultural collision receives recognition from New York. NEW YORK/NY, MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA, November 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- What happens when you enter another culture believing …

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Published on November 5, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

AGM Mobile stellt das H6 Pro vor: Ein robustes Smartphone für den Alltag – auffallend schlank und leicht

Nur 12,73 mm dick und 248 g schwer – volle IP68/IP69K- und MIL-STD-810H-Schutzklasse ohne das übliche Gewicht BERLIN, BERLIN, GERMANY, November 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AGM Mobile präsentiert heute das AGM H6 Pro, ein robustes Smartphone, das eines …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Consumer Goods ...
Published on November 5, 2026 - 11:00 GMT

AGM Mobile presenta el H6 Pro: un smartphone resistente diseñado para el uso diario - sorprendentemente delgado y ligero

Solo 12,73 mm de grosor y 248 g de peso - protección completa IP68/IP69K y MIL-STD-810H sin el volumen habitual MADRID, MADRID, SPAIN, November 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AGM Mobile presenta hoy el AGM H6 Pro, un smartphone resistente …

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Published on November 5, 2026 - 11:00 GMT

ForgeStop’s Connected Product Technology Powers Apex Evolution Labs’ New Standard in Card Grading

Every AEL slab carries a ForgeStop InfoTap® NFC label. One tap proves the grade, shows if the slab was opened, and flags lost or stolen cards. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, November 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ForgeStop, the award-winning …

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Published on November 5, 2026 - 10:46 GMT

TOP 10 AUTOMATIC CASE PACKER COMPANIES FOR 2026 INDUSTRY REVIEW

A neutral review of automatic and robotic case packing solutions, application fit, and packaging-line integration considerations. CALIFORNIA, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, November 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- WENZHOU, China, Nov. 5, 2026 — Ten …

Distribution channels: Consumer Goods, Food & Beverage Industry ...
Published on November 5, 2026 - 10:07 GMT

The MeatStick Launches Blow, an Automatic BBQ Temperature Control Fan for Kamado, Kettle, Bullet and Drum Smokers

Blow adds a variable-speed blower to the MeatStick V Forge Set, holding a charcoal cooker at its target temperature from a single app. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, November 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The MeatStick, the wireless meat …

Distribution channels: Consumer Goods, Electronics Industry ...
Published on November 5, 2026 - 09:32 GMT

Kweichow Moutai Becomes Premier Partner of the Hong Kong Open 2026, Deepening Its Global Presence

HONG KONG, CHINA, November 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In golf, you must hit one good shot after another while waiting for a rare hole-in-one. Moutai demands a parallel patience: perfecting every step of its craft and letting time do its work. …

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Published on November 5, 2026 - 09:32 GMT

TOP 8 STAINLESS STEEL WALL PANELS COMPANIES IN 2026: MATERIALS, FINISHES AND PROJECT APPLICATIONS

The release examines stainless steel wall panels and PVD coated stainless steel sheet for architectural, commercial and customized interior projects. CALIFORNIA, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, November 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FOSHAN, China, November …

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Published on November 5, 2026 - 09:31 GMT

SGS Spain to independently verify Proba's fertilizer emission reductions for food companies

AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS, November 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Approved under Proba's framework, SGS Spain will check fertilizer emission reductions from production plant to field. SGS Spain has been approved as an independent validation …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Consumer Goods ...
Published on November 5, 2026 - 08:53 GMT

Top 10 Reputable Facial Tissue Packing Machine Manufacturers in 2026: Advancing Packaging Technology

Highlighting Equipment Design, Production Capabilities, and Packaging Solutions CALIFORNIA, CA, UNITED STATES, November 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- November 5, 2026— The global tissue paper packaging machine market was valued at approximately …

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Published on November 5, 2026 - 08:48 GMT

Sensoire präsentiert eine Winterauswahl aus Seide und Leinen: Bettwäsche kombinieren und Bewährtes weiter nutzen

Seide und Leinen im Mittelpunkt: ausgewählte Einzelstücke für das vertraute Schlafzimmer PARIS, FRANCE, November 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Die Schlafmarke Sensoire startet ihre Black-Friday-Angebote für ausgewählte Produkte. Im Mittelpunkt …

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Published on November 5, 2026 - 08:45 GMT

Five Reputable PET Preform Manufacturers in China 2026: Advancing Beverage Packaging

A 2026 guide to five reputable Chinese manufacturers of PET preforms. CALIFORNIA, CA, UNITED STATES, November 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A 2026 review has identified five Chinese manufacturers of PET preforms whose production scope, disclosed …

Distribution channels: Consumer Goods, Environment ...
Published on November 5, 2026 - 08:20 GMT

NBJM Expands Sustainable Fashion Lines As a Global Leading high-quality Garment Supplier

NINGBO, ZHEJIANG, CHINA, November 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As global apparel brands increasingly prioritize sustainable sourcing, material innovation, and manufacturing reliability, Ningbo Jinmao Import & Export Co., Ltd. (NBJM) is …

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Published on November 5, 2026 - 08:07 GMT

Top 9 SMD Crystal Resonator Companies in 2026: FRONTER ELECTRONICS CO., LTD Profiled

A procurement-oriented overview considers SMD packaging, frequency requirements, and OEM/ODM considerations for electronics applications. CALIFORNIA, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, November 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This procurement-oriented review, …

Distribution channels: Automotive Industry, Building & Construction Industry ...
Published on November 5, 2026 - 08:00 GMT

Scento Order Data: Winter Perfumes Were in 64.2% of Orders From Oct. 1 to 21, Up From 47.5% in June

Winter-rated perfumes were in 64.2 percent of Scento orders from Oct. 1 to 21, 2026, against 47.5 percent in June. PARIS, FRANCE, November 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Scento, Europe's largest perfume decant website, today released order …

Distribution channels: Beauty & Hair Care, Business & Economy ...
Published on November 5, 2026 - 07:53 GMT

2026 Roof Cargo Box Guide: 5 Emerging Brands Compared

Highlighting Design Features, Manufacturing Capabilities, and Product Applications CALIFORNIA, CA, UNITED STATES, November 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- November 5, 2026—The global automotive roof rack market, which covers crossbars, boxes and rail …

Distribution channels: Automotive Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on November 5, 2026 - 07:20 GMT

Top Face Makeup Manufacturer: Jinhua Yicai Strengthens Its Color Cosmetics Capabilities

JINHUA, ZHEJIANG, CHINA, November 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jinhua Yicai Biotechnology Co., Ltd. is developing its position in the color cosmetics manufacturing sector through a product portfolio covering face, eye and lip makeup, alongside OEM …

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