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Nevada man convicted for wage-fixing and concealing probe during company sale
Antitrust

A Nevada home health agency executive was found guilty by a federal jury for wage-fixing and failing to disclose a criminal investigation during a company sale.

FTC opens inquiry into impact of federal rules on market competition
Antitrust

Today, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) initiated a public inquiry into how federal regulations impact competition.

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FTC seeks public input on Chevron and Hess consent order petition
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is inviting public input regarding a petition submitted by Chevron Corporation and Hess Corporation.


FTC seeks public input on ex-CEO's petition regarding Exxon acquisition order
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is inviting public comments on a petition regarding the Exxon Mobil Corporation’s acquisition of Pioneer Natural Resources.


Mark Meador confirmed as new FTC commissioner by the Senate
Antitrust

Federal Trade Commission Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson has extended his congratulations to Mark R. Meador following his confirmation as an FTC Commissioner.


Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson to speak at Antitrust and Competition Conference
Antitrust

Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson is scheduled to be the keynote speaker at the Stigler Center Antitrust and Competition Conference.


FTC approves Enbridge's petition to modify 2017 final consent order
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) gave approval to Enbridge Inc.'s request to revisit and nullify the FTC's 2017 final consent order related to Enbridge’s merger with Spectra Energy Corp. This decision was based on the FTC's conclusion that the...


FTC takes actions to combat business and government impersonation scams
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced actions to safeguard consumers from impersonation scams following the implementation of the Government and Business Impersonation Rule in April 2024.


Justice Department addresses competition and labor issues in entertainment industry
Antitrust

The Justice Department's Antitrust Division organized two roundtable discussions to engage with stakeholders about competition issues in the entertainment industry and unfair practices affecting the labor market.


Capitol Forum hosts antitrust discussion with Chairman Ferguson
Antitrust

Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson will be participating in the Capitol Forum Discussion titled "Antitrust Under Trump" through a livestream event.


FTC invites public comment on petition to alter EnCap order
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission is inviting public comments on a petition to reopen and amend a 2022 final consent order related to Verdun Oil Company II LLC’s acquisition of EP Energy LLC.


Contractor admits to deleting texts in investigation into military procurement fraud
Antitrust

A former contractor employee involved with operations and maintenance services for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in South Korea has pleaded guilty to destroying records in a federal investigation.


FTC warns against misleading EIN service websites
Antitrust

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) staff have issued warnings to website operators that sell Employer Identification Number (EIN) services.


FTC Chairman addresses consumer data privacy amid 23andMe bankruptcy
Antitrust

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson has issued a formal letter addressing the potential implications of the ongoing 23andMe bankruptcy proceedings on consumer data privacy.


Scheduling conference set for GTCR BC Holdings and Surmodics case
Antitrust

A scheduling conference is set to take place in the matter of GTCR BC Holdings, LLC and Surmodics, Inc., under Docket 9440.


FTC adds defendants in case against student loan debt relief scheme
Antitrust

In its ongoing legal case against a student loan debt relief operation, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has expanded its list of defendants.


FTC Chairman comments on powers of President Trump and the status of ex-Commissioners
Antitrust

Federal Trade Commission Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson has expressed his views regarding Former Commissioners Rebecca Kelly Slaughter and Alvaro Bedoya.


Cleo AI settles with FTC for $17 million over alleged consumer deception
Antitrust

Cleo AI, an online provider of cash advances, has agreed to a $17 million settlement with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) over allegations that it misled consumers regarding availability and timing of funds.


FTC chairman appoints new deputy directors for competition and consumer protection
Antitrust

Federal Trade Commission Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson has appointed Taylor C. Hoogendoorn as Deputy Director of the Bureau of Competition and Katherine White as Deputy Director of the Bureau of Consumer Protection.


FTC announces workshop addressing big tech's impact on children
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced an upcoming workshop titled "The Attention Economy: How Big Tech Firms Exploit Children and Hurt Families."