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FTC Encourages Age-Verification Tech to Strengthen COPPA Protections
technology3 hours ago

FTC Encourages Age-Verification Tech to Strengthen COPPA Protections

The FTC issued a policy statement saying it will not pursue COPPA enforcement actions against general‑ or mixed‑audience sites that collect personal information solely to determine a user’s age through age‑verification tech, provided they meet strict conditions (no extra use or retention, proper third‑party assurances, clear notices, reasonable security, and likely accurate age results). The agency also plans to review the COPPA Rule as age‑verification technologies evolve, with the policy remaining in effect until final rule amendments.

via Federal Trade Commission (.gov)|
#age-verification#childrens-privacy#coppa
Apple News Faces Rising Political Pressure From MAGA and Regulators
technology9 days ago

Apple News Faces Rising Political Pressure From MAGA and Regulators

Apple News, once praised as a neutral information source, is under renewed political pressure as MAGA allies push for more conservative coverage and regulators scrutinize potential bias. The FTC has warned the platform could violate consumer-protection rules by omitting viewpoints, and the conservative group MRC amplified claims of bias, drawing White House attention. Apple has a history of conceding to pressure, including a UK reversal with the Daily Mail, highlighting how a platform that contributes modest revenue remains a powerful and influential distribution channel for publishers.

via Semafor|
#apple-news#ftc#maga
FTC Appeals Meta Monopoly Verdict to Higher Court
business1 month ago

FTC Appeals Meta Monopoly Verdict to Higher Court

The Federal Trade Commission says it will appeal a November 2025 DC District Court ruling that favored Meta in the monopolization case, with the appeal to be heard by the DC Circuit Court of Appeals. The FTC contends Meta has maintained a decade-long personal social networking monopoly through anticompetitive conduct, including acquisitions of threats like Instagram and WhatsApp, and will continue pursuing the case to promote competition and protect consumers.

via Federal Trade Commission (.gov)|
#antitrust#appeals#business
FTC intensifies Meta antitrust push over Instagram and WhatsApp, seeks new ruling
business1 month ago

FTC intensifies Meta antitrust push over Instagram and WhatsApp, seeks new ruling

The FTC will appeal a ruling that Meta does not hold a monopoly in personal social networking, arguing that Meta illegally maintained dominance through anti-competitive acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp; Meta contends it faces robust competition, and the revived case will be weighed by a new judge amid ongoing political tensions around the tech regulator’s actions.

via Ars Technica|
#antitrust#business#ftc
Kotick Claims CoD Slump Justified Activision Sale Amid Investor Lawsuit
gaming1 month ago

Kotick Claims CoD Slump Justified Activision Sale Amid Investor Lawsuit

Ex-Activision CEO Bobby Kotick, defending the Microsoft deal in an investor-led lawsuit, says Call of Duty’s latest entry, Black Ops 7, is down more than 60% from last year, blaming weak console sales and competition from Battlefield; the claim highlights concerns about the franchise’s performance as GTA 6 looms, amid ongoing scrutiny of Activision’s sale.

via Push Square|
#activision-blizzard#black-ops-7#bobby-kotick
FTC Seeks Court Sanctions Against Cliq for Violating 2015 Payment-Processing Order
business1 month ago

FTC Seeks Court Sanctions Against Cliq for Violating 2015 Payment-Processing Order

The FTC asks a Nevada federal court to hold Cliq, Inc. (formerly Cardflex) and its leaders in contempt for repeatedly violating a 2015 order by processing payments for prohibited and high-risk merchants, including Mastercard’s MATCH-listed businesses, and failing to monitor risk. It seeks at least $52.9 million in relief, a permanent ban for the executives, and a court-appointed receiver to ensure compliance.

via Federal Trade Commission (.gov)|
#business#cardflexcliq#contempt-of-court
Bipartisan push to simplify subscription cancellations reintroduces the Unsubscribe Act
politics1 month ago

Bipartisan push to simplify subscription cancellations reintroduces the Unsubscribe Act

Democrat Mark Takano and Republican Mark Amodei reintroduce the Unsubscribe Act to curb complex cancellation processes, require explicit consent for charges after free trials, and prohibit auto-renewal, arguing that cancelling should be as easy as signing up. The measure follows an 8th Circuit ruling that blocked the FTC’s so-called ‘click-to-cancel’ rule and comes as the FTC seeks input on reviving similar protections. While consumer groups back the bill, industry coalitions oppose it. Surveys estimate Americans lose hundreds annually to unused subscriptions, underscoring the policy push.

via The Guardian|
#click-to-cancel#consumer-protection#ftc
FTC Issues Warnings to Companies Over Fake and AI-Generated Reviews
business2 months ago

FTC Issues Warnings to Companies Over Fake and AI-Generated Reviews

The FTC has warned 10 companies about potential violations of its Consumer Review Rule, which aims to prevent deceptive online reviews and testimonials, emphasizing the importance of honest consumer feedback especially during the holiday season. The letters serve as reminders of legal obligations, with violations risking lawsuits and hefty fines.

via Federal Trade Commission (.gov)|
#business#consumer-review-rule#deceptive-reviews
Instacart Faces $60 Million Refunds and FTC Probe Over AI Pricing Practices
business2 months ago

Instacart Faces $60 Million Refunds and FTC Probe Over AI Pricing Practices

Instacart has agreed to pay $60 million in refunds after the FTC accused it of deceptive marketing, hidden fees, and misleading advertising regarding free delivery and satisfaction guarantees. The settlement requires Instacart to improve transparency, obtain consumer consent for subscriptions, and bans misrepresentation of costs. The FTC also raised concerns about potential price discrimination practices under testing by the company.

via CBS News|
#business#deceptive-marketing#ftc
business4 months ago

Ticketmaster Announces Resale Crackdown Amid FTC Lawsuit

Ticketmaster claims to have implemented new measures to combat scalpers and bots, such as ID verification and account restrictions, in response to FTC lawsuits accusing it of working with resellers to inflate prices. The company denies these allegations and states it is doing more than anyone to ensure tickets go to genuine fans, but industry groups criticize these efforts as insufficient and accuse Ticketmaster of collusion with scalpers. The situation remains under scrutiny as more developments are expected.

via Variety|
#bots-act#business#ftc