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Published on Sep 10, 2018

US appeals court rules for Charter against Minnesota, backing FCC's fight against challenges to net neutrality

The US Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit has ruled for Charter Communications in its case against the state of Minnesota, over attempts to regulate the company’s VoIP phone service, Multichannel News reported. The case comes from Charter separating …

Source: Digital Media Europe
Published on Aug 20, 2018

U.S. allows Alimentation Couche Tard to sell two fuel stations in Minnesota

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. regulators have approved Canada-based Alimentation Couche Tard Inc’s (ATDb.TO) bid to sell two retail fuel stations in Minnesota, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission said in a statement on Monday. FILE PHOTO: Pedestrians walk past …

Source: Reuters
Published on Aug 8, 2018

Amazon Helping FTC Crack Amazon Seller Scam

Share Tweet Share Share Share Print Email Amazon is cooperating with the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC’s) fraud investigation into Sellers Playbook. The FTC and the State of Minnesota have charged Minnesota-based Sellers Playbook with running a large …

Source: Investing.com
Published on Aug 8, 2018

Minnesota Company Accused Running Sales Scheme On Amazon

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO)— A Minnesota company has been charged with running an illegal sales scheme on Amazon. The company, Sellers Playbook, told customers that they could make $20,000 a month and a potential net profit of $1.3 million by selling products on …

Source: CBS Minnesota
Published on Jul 19, 2018

Minnesota bans Florida veterans charity that officials say deceived donors

Minnesota and five other states are permanently banning a Florida charity that promised donations would help disabled and wounded military veterans but instead, officials say, went toward the charity’s president and for-profit telemarketers. Attorney …

Source: Star Tribune
Published on Aug 6, 2018

FTC and State of Minnesota Halt Sellers Playbook’s Get Rich Scheme

St. Paul, Minnesota - The Federal Trade Commission and the State of Minnesota have charged Minnesota-based Sellers Playbook with running a large business opportunity scheme. A federal court temporarily halted the operation pending resolution of the case. …

Source: Imperial Valley News
Published on Jul 20, 2018

FTC Operation Donate with Honor targets phony veterans charities

For many donors, Help the Vets sounded like a great cause: The group said contributions would benefit disabled veterans by helping pay for medical care, assist with suicide prevention, even fund family retreats. As it turned out, however, Help the Vets was …

Source: Washington Times
Published on Jul 20, 2018

FTC Operation Donate with Honor targets phony veterans charities

For many donors, Help the Vets sounded like a great cause: The group said contributions would benefit disabled veterans by helping pay for medical care, assist with suicide prevention, even fund family retreats. As it turned out, however, Help the Vets was …

Source: Washington Times
Published on Mar 20, 2018

Facebook said to face FTC probe over Cambridge Analytica

Facebook's scandal involving a data mining company that helped Donald Trump's president campaign has caught the eyes of regulators around the world. Getty Images Revelations that Facebook lost control of 50 million user profiles has already angered …

Source: Cnet
Published on Sep 1, 2018

Robocalls fray consumers’ nerves

The National Do Not Call Registry was created in 2003 to cut down on the amount of unwanted automated phone calls – often referred to as robocalls – consumers were receiving. Though it was effective for several years, these unwanted calls surged again …

Source: Camden Community News
Published on Mar 1, 2018

Overnight Regulation: Trump talks 'comprehensive' approach on guns | Energy industry seeks leeway in climate rule ...

Welcome to Overnight Regulation, your daily rundown of news from the federal agencies, Capitol Hill, the courts and beyond. It's Wednesday night in Washington, where President TrumpDonald John TrumpAccuser says Trump should be afraid of the truth Woman …

Source: Hill
Published on Aug 27, 2018

Big Tobacco skirts advertising rules by using social networks

It has been years since the tobacco industry promised to stop luring young people to smoke cigarettes. Philip Morris International says it is “designing a smoke-free future.” British American Tobacco, likewise, claims to be “transforming tobacco” into a …

Source: Star Tribune
Published on Feb 13, 2018

Ad Agency Settles FTC, Maine AG Complaint

An advertising agency agreed to settle a complaint brought by state and federal regulators over the creation and dissemination of allegedly deceptive radio advertisements for weight-loss products. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced last week that …

Source: Natural Products INSIDER
Published on Feb 6, 2018

FTC urged to widen Equifax data breach investigation amid concerns over CFPB probe

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is being asked to ramp up its investigation into last year’s Equifax breach after the Trump administration reportedly reined in a similar probe initiated by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). Sen. Amy …

Source: Washington Times
Published on Aug 20, 2018

Police: Plymouth man facing fraud charges threatens suicide, prompting long standoff

A man charged with being part of a multimillion-dollar scheme on Amazon that collected more than $15 million from consumers threatened to kill himself in his Plymouth home, prompting a face-to-face encounter with police during a standoff that ended …

Source: Star Tribune
Published on Dec 13, 2017

Stuff Your Stockings With Local Minnesota Food Gifts

Normally, I have all of the presents purchased (or at least mapped out) by the time Thanksgiving rolls around. This year my gift buying seems to be lagging, so I pulled together a list of stocking stuffers for food lovers to kick start my own shopping. …

Source: CBS Minnesota
Published on Aug 7, 2018

New Hope couple charged with running Amazon scheme that took in $15M

A New Hope company and its two owners have been charged with running an illegal sales scheme on Amazon that collected more than $15 million from consumers over the past year. Jessie Conners Tieva and Matthew Tieva, and their company Sellers Playbook, were …

Source: Star Tribune
Published on Dec 12, 2017

Overnight Regulation: FCC, FTC unveil plan to police internet after net neutrality repeal | Justices turn down case on ...

Welcome to Overnight Regulation, your daily rundown of news from the federal agencies, Capitol Hill, the courts and beyond. It's Monday evening and both the House and Senate are in session, trying to take on tax reform and spending before the year ends …

Source: Hill
Published on Dec 12, 2017

Overnight Tech: Trump aims to return US astronauts to the moon | FTC, FCC to team up on policing internet | Activists ...

TRUMP SENDING ASTRONAUTS BACK TO THE MOON: President TrumpDonald John TrumpHouse Democrat slams Donald Trump Jr. for ‘serious case of amnesia’ after testimony Skier Lindsey Vonn: I don’t want to represent Trump at Olympics Poll: 4 in 10 Republicans think …

Source: Hill

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Published on September 12, 2018 - 13:07 GMT

Ad Watchdog TINA.org Files FTC Complaint Against Energy Supplier

MADISON, CONN., Sept. 12, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ad watchdog truthinadvertising.org (TINA.org) has filed a deceptive advertising complaint with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Texas Attorney General against Stream Gas & Electric, Ltd., a …

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Published on August 23, 2018 - 16:17 GMT

Companies cease sales of e-liquids with labeling or advertising that resembled kid-friendly foods following FDA, FTC ...

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today announced that all 17 manufacturers, distributors and retailers that were warned by the agency in May, have stopped selling the nicotine-containing e-liquids used in e-cigarettes with labeling or advertising …

Distribution channels: Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Industry

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Published on June 5, 2018 - 23:17 GMT

Northrop Grumman Receives FTC Clearance to Close Acquisition of Orbital ATK and Updates 2018 Financial Guidance

Combination enhances capabilities, innovation and competition in critical global security domains Orbital ATK to become Northrop Grumman Innovation Systems, a new, fourth business sector Northrop Grumman now expects 2018 sales of approximately $30 …

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Published on May 1, 2018 - 14:48 GMT

FDA, FTC take action against companies misleading kids with e-liquids that resemble children’s juice boxes, candies and ...

As part of ongoing efforts to protect youth from the dangers of nicotine and tobacco products, today the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued 13 warning letters to manufacturers, distributors, and retailers for …

Distribution channels: Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Industry

Published on May 17, 2018 - 13:05 GMT

Victim to DOJ and FTC: Enterprise and National Car Rental CONCEAL Video and Direct Police to WRONG Car to Cover Theft

Like Chipotle and the multi-million-dollar jury verdict, Enterprise Holdings National Rental engages in brazen cover up by failing to produce video surveillance ST. LOUIS, MO, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, May 17, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

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Published on January 24, 2018 - 15:41 GMT

FDA, FTC warn companies for selling illegal, unapproved opioid cessation products using deceptive claims

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the Federal Trade Commission today posted joint warning letters to the marketers and distributors of 12 opioid cessation products, for illegally marketing unapproved products with claims about their ability to help …

Distribution channels: Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Industry
Published on December 6, 2017 - 22:35 GMT

Northrop Grumman Receives Second Request from FTC

FALLS CHURCH, Va., Dec. 06, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC) today announced that, as expected, it has received a request for additional information (“second request”) from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). This second …

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Published on November 30, 2017 - 19:01 GMT

FTC, FL AG Bondi, and Senator Rubio’s Legislative Staff Receive Details of Unfair Practice Perpetrated by EHI and Alamo

National Car Rental victim David Howe suffers punitive treatment at Enterprise-owned Alamo after reservation denied at rental counter, SubscriberWise confirms WASHINGTON, DC, USA, November 30, 2017 /EINPresswire.com/ -- SubscriberWise, the nation’ …

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Published on November 20, 2018 - 15:00 GMT

Award Winning Inventor Andrea Rose Conducts Free Holiday Workshop for Inventors at Microsoft Manhattan

Founder and award-winning inventor Andrea Rose helps other inventors and innovators succeed with teachings from her 22 years of inventing and business expertise NEW YORK CITY, UNITED STATES, November 20, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Award-winning …

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Published on November 20, 2018 - 11:00 GMT

FOOTNANNY SELECTED FOR THE FIFTH TIME IN A ROW FOR ITS NATURE-INSPIRED TRAVEL SET AS 2018 OPRAH’S FAVORITE THINGS

Gloria L. Williams' Footnanny Brand is Back on the Coveted Annual List of Holiday "Must-Haves" featured in the December issue of O, The Oprah Magazine LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, November 20, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

Distribution channels: Beauty & Hair Care, Business & Economy ...
Published on November 20, 2018 - 16:34 GMT

Punch It Up this Holiday Season

MISSION, Kan., Nov. 20, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (Family Features) If you are looking to host an unforgettable holiday cocktail party, punch can make a memorable impression on your guests and bring your get-together to the next level. Punch reached the …

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Published on November 20, 2018 - 16:00 GMT

New bendable smartphone technology could use monitoring to save patients’ lives

West Lafayette, Nov. 20, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – Is a new phone on your holiday shopping list? A “radical” technology being developed at Purdue University that’s making smartphones and other electronic devices more bendable could …

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Published on November 20, 2018 - 16:00 GMT

Hemp, Inc. Featured in Entrepreneur Discussing Sessions Resignation and Implications for National Hemp Legislation

Spring Hope, NC, Nov. 20, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via NEWMEDIAWIRE --Hemp, Inc. (OTC PINK: HEMP), a global leader in the industrial hemp industry with bi-coastal processing centers including the largest multipurpose industrial hemp processing facility in …

Distribution channels: Consumer Goods
Published on November 20, 2018 - 15:11 GMT

5 Questions to Ask When Hiring a Decking Contractor

MISSION, Kan., Nov. 20, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (Family Features) When it comes to tackling a backyard makeover, there is no time like the present to start planning. Unless you’re planning to build your own deck, one of the first items on your “to-do” …

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Published on November 20, 2018 - 15:00 GMT

SHAREHOLDER ALERT - Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC Notifies Investors of Class Action Against Altice USA, Inc. (ATUS)...

NEW YORK, Nov. 20, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Attorney Advertising -- Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC notifies investors that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Altice USA, Inc. (“Altice” or the "Company") (NYSE: ATUS) and certain …

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Published on November 20, 2018 - 14:45 GMT

Console Mattiacci Law Obtains 6.314 Million Dollar Verdict in Discrimination and Retaliation Case Against Teva ...

PHILADELPHIA, Nov. 20, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A unanimous jury in Philadelphia federal court found in favor of Stephen Middlebrooks and concluded that he was retaliated against and subject to a retaliatory hostile work environment by Teva Pharmaceuticals …

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Published on November 20, 2018 - 14:15 GMT

Genius Brands International, Inc. Issues Shareholder Letter

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., Nov. 20, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Genius Brands International, Inc. “Genius Brands” (NASDAQ: GNUS), the global brand management company that creates and licenses multimedia entertainment content for children, released a letter to …

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Published on November 20, 2018 - 13:31 GMT

Globe Photos Appoints Entertainment Industry Veteran, Jerry Nadal, to Board of Directors

LAS VEGAS, Nov. 20, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Globe Photos, Inc. (OTCQB: GBPT), a leader in iconic pop culture imagery and licensed sports photography, has appointed entertainment industry veteran, Jerry Nadal, to its board of directors as an independent …

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Published on November 20, 2018 - 13:00 GMT

Future Farm Provides Fall Update to Shareholders

Vancouver, British Columbia, Nov. 20, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via NEWMEDIAWIRE -- Future Farm Technologies Inc. (the “Company,” “Future Farm” or “FFT”) (CSE: FFT) (OTCQB: FFRMF) is pleased to provide an update regarding activities for the calendar year-to …

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Published on November 19, 2018 - 17:52 GMT

Fine art, estate jewelry and decorative art will come up for bid Wednesday, Dec. 5th, at Gray's Auctioneers in Cleveland

Gray’s will offer more than 400 lots, online and in the firm’s Cleveland gallery at 10717 Detroit Avenue in Cleveland, starting at 11 am Eastern time. CLEVELAND, OHIO, UNITED STATES, November 19, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gray’s Auctioneers …

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Published on November 19, 2018 - 17:30 GMT

'We Live Like Them' Exclusive Luxury Shopping Reward Launches to Help Kids

The exclusive luxury shopping reward is for women in Southern California who participate in Recruiting for Good to help fund summer camp scholarships for kids. SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, November 19, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Santa Monica …

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Published on November 20, 2018 - 04:48 GMT

Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is Investigating the Board of Directors of Resolute Energy Corporation (REN) on Behalf of ...

NEW YORK, Nov. 19, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is investigating potential claims against the board of directors of Resolute Energy Corporation (NYSE: REN) on behalf of stockholders concerning the proposed acquisition of the …

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Published on November 19, 2018 - 16:38 GMT

Appliances Connection's Black Friday Deals are Even Better with Easy Financing Options

Get up to 24 months special financing with the Appliances Connection credit card BROOKLYN, NY, UNITED STATES, November 19, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As you do your holiday shopping, the bills can add up, Black Friday sale or not. Appliances …

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Published on November 19, 2018 - 14:59 GMT

Tis The Season of Special Offers from Bonne Santé Wellness Center Offers and Gifts from Rosemary Barclay of Old Lyme, CT

Take advantage of these special seasonal offers before they disappear for another year. OLD LYME, CONNECTICUT, USA, November 19, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The holiday season brings out the best in people and makes everyone feel a certain degree …

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Published on November 20, 2018 - 02:05 GMT

Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. Announces That a Class Action Lawsuit Has Been Filed Against Altice USA, Inc. (ATUS) and ...

NEW YORK, Nov. 19, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York on behalf of all persons or entities who purchased or otherwise …

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Published on November 19, 2018 - 13:00 GMT

Holabird's five-day "to die for" auction, Dec. 5-9 in Reno, Nevada, will be packed with approximately 3,500 diverse lots

The sale features a huge offering of token dies (hence the name) from the Northwest Territorial Mint Liquidation plus other items in many collecting categories. RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, November 19, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RENO, Nev. – …

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Published on November 19, 2018 - 23:53 GMT

SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Levi & Korsinsky, LLP Notifies Shareholders of Altice USA, Inc. of a Class Action Lawsuit and a Lead ...

NEW YORK, Nov. 19, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The following statement is being issued by Levi & Korsinsky, LLP: To: All persons or entities who purchased or otherwise acquired securities of Altice USA, Inc. (NYSE: ATUS) pursuant and/or traceable to …

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Published on November 19, 2018 - 10:58 GMT

New Study Shows Overtreating Patients for Hypothyroidism Could Raise Their Risk of Stroke

For patients who take medication to treat hypothyroidism, being treated with too much medication can lead to increased risk of atrial fibrillation, study finds. SALT LAKE CITY, UT, USA, November 19, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For patients who …

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