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FTC files statement in energy collusion case against major asset managers
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC), in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Antitrust Division, has filed a Statement of Interest in an antitrust case involving BlackRock, State Street, and Vanguard.

FTC dismisses price discrimination lawsuit against PepsiCo
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has voted to dismiss a Robinson-Patman Act lawsuit against PepsiCo, Inc. The case was initially filed in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York.

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Student loan scam operators banned from industry after FTC charges
Antitrust

The operators of a student loan debt relief scam have agreed to a permanent ban from the debt relief industry and will surrender over $1 million in assets.


FTC renews challenge against over 200 improper drug patent listings
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has renewed its challenges against over 200 improper patent listings that it claims are obstructing generic competition for several brand-name drugs.


FTC finalizes settlement with GoDaddy over alleged data security failures
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has concluded an order with GoDaddy, addressing claims that the web hosting provider misled consumers by not implementing adequate data security measures.


FTC finalizes order with Welsh Carson over anticompetitive practices
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized a consent order with Welsh, Carson, Anderson & Stowe and its affiliates, collectively known as Welsh Carson.


FTC adds defendants in case against Growth Cave scam
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has expanded its legal action against the Growth Cave business opportunity and credit repair scheme by filing an amended complaint.


FTC announces agenda for attention economy workshop addressing big tech's impact on families
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced the tentative agenda for its upcoming workshop on June 4, 2025.


FTC bans student loan scammers; demands asset turnover
Antitrust

A lawsuit by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has resulted in a fraudulent student loan debt relief operation and its owners being permanently banned from the debt relief industry.


FTC chairman discusses budget before House Appropriations Committee
Antitrust

Federal Trade Commission Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson addressed the House Appropriations Committee’s Financial Services and General Government Subcommittee regarding the agency's budget for Fiscal Year 2025 and its priorities for Fiscal Year 2026.


Chairman Ferguson testifies at House Appropriations Subcommittee hearing
Antitrust

Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson recently appeared before the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government.


Chairman Ferguson testifies at House Appropriations Subcommittee hearing
Antitrust

Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson appeared before the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government.


FTC warns StubHub over alleged fee misrepresentation amid NFL schedule announcement
Antitrust

As the National Football League prepares to unveil its 2025 season schedule, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued a warning to StubHub Holdings, Inc. The agency claims that StubHub, a major ticket exchange and resale platform, may have...


FTC and ABOS offer webinar on updated consumer.gov resources
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Association of Bookmobile and Outreach Services (ABOS) are hosting a free webinar to introduce the updated Consumer.gov website.


FTC extends deadline for compliance with amended Negative Option Rule
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has decided to extend the compliance deadline for the amended Negative Option Rule by 60 days.


FTC supports DOJ's final judgment against Google over antitrust violations
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has filed an amicus brief in support of the Department of Justice's (DOJ) Revised Proposed Final Judgment (RPFJ) concerning Google's antitrust violations.


FTC halts ecommerce empire builders' deceptive business opportunity scheme
Antitrust

A lawsuit by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has brought an end to a business opportunity scam operated by Ecommerce Empire Builders (EEB).


FTC settles with Cerebral over deceptive cancellation practices
Antitrust

More than 40,000 consumers are set to receive refunds following a settlement between the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and Cerebral, Inc., an online mental health service provider.


FTC and DOJ seek identification of anticompetitive regulations
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) Antitrust Division have issued a joint letter to agency heads across the federal government.


FTC issues FAQs on new rule against unfair pricing practices
Antitrust

Staff at the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) have released a set of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) to inform consumers and businesses about the new Rule on Unfair or Deceptive Fees, which will come into effect on May 12, 2025.