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FTC warns healthcare marketers about misleading practices
Antitrust

As the open enrollment period for healthcare plans continues, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued warning letters to 21 companies involved in marketing or generating sales leads for these plans.


Court blocks $24.6 billion Kroger-Albertsons merger
Antitrust

The U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon has granted a preliminary injunction to halt Kroger Company's acquisition of Albertsons Companies, Inc. This decision was made on December 10, 2024, following a challenge by the Federal Trade...


FTC issues over $540K in refunds after deceptive debt collection practices
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is distributing over $540,000 in refunds to consumers who were victims of an abusive debt collection scheme.


FTC modifies order allowing Puerto Rican pharmacy cooperative joint negotiations
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has approved a petition from Cooperativa De Farmacias Puertorriqueñas, also known as Coopharma, to modify the 2012 final order issued against them.


FTC halts fraudulent scheme targeting student loan borrowers
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has intervened to stop a scheme that allegedly defrauded student loan borrowers of millions by pretending to be associated with the U.S. Department of Education.


FTC issues $72 million refunds over Epic Games' billing practices
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has commenced the distribution of over $72 million in refunds to consumers affected by Epic Games' billing practices.


Meeting on unfair fees NPRM between Ferguson's office and restaurant association
Antitrust

Commissioner Andrew N. Ferguson's office and The National Restaurant Association are set to engage in an ex parte meeting regarding the Unfair or Deceptive Fees Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM).


FTC issues refunds over Vivint's alleged misuse of credit reports
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is distributing payments amounting to nearly $500,000 to consumers affected by Vivint Smart Homes, Inc.'s alleged misuse of credit reports.


FTC issues refunds over false PPE shipping claims during pandemic
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is distributing over $114,000 to consumers who were misled by claims of "next day shipping" for personal protective equipment (PPE) from the online retailer SuperGoodDeals.com.


FTC orders end to no-hire pacts at Guardian Service Industries
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has taken action against Guardian Service Industries, Inc., a building services contractor operating in New York and New Jersey.


Office of Technology releases new research questions on tech challenges
Antitrust

The Office of Technology (OT) recently shared a series of research questions, highlighting their commitment to exploring complex technological issues.


FTC takes action against Gravy Analytics over unlawful sale of sensitive location data
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has initiated action against Gravy Analytics Inc. and its subsidiary Venntel Inc. for allegedly selling sensitive location data without user consent.


FTC acts against IntelliVision for alleged false claims on facial recognition tech
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has initiated action against IntelliVision Technologies Corp. over allegations of deceptive claims regarding its facial recognition software.


FTC restricts Mobilewalla's sale of sensitive location data
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has taken decisive action against Mobilewalla, Inc., a data broker accused of selling sensitive location data without verifying consumer consent.


FTC mandates GOAT pay $2M over shipping violations
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced a court order requiring the online retailer GOAT to pay over $2 million for violations related to shipping practices and buyer protection policies.


FTC releases 2024 report on ethanol market concentration
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has released its 2024 report on ethanol market concentration, fulfilling a requirement set by the Energy Policy Act of 2005.


FTC expands telemarketing sales rule amid rising tech scam losses
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized amendments to its Telemarketing Sales Rule (TSR), expanding the rule's coverage to include "inbound" telemarketing calls for technical support services.


Union Health delays acquisition plan amid FTC concerns
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued a statement following Union Health's decision to delay its acquisition of Terre Haute Regional Hospital and withdraw its Certificate of Public Advantage (COPA) application with the Indiana Department...


FTC finds most smart products lack update duration info
Antitrust

A recent report by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) staff reveals that nearly 89% of surveyed smart products do not provide consumers with information on how long they will receive software updates.


FTC challenges Evolv Technologies over AI security system claims
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has initiated action against Evolv Technologies, accusing the company of making false claims about its AI-powered security screening systems.