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FTC bans Mobilewalla from selling sensitive location data
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized an order that prohibits data broker Mobilewalla Inc. from selling sensitive location data.


FTC issues $960K refunds over 'The Sales Mentor' income scheme
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is distributing over $960,000 in refunds to consumers who were misled by a job scheme known as "The Sales Mentor."


FTC reports significant price markups by major pharmacy benefit managers
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has released a second interim staff report scrutinizing the role of pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) in the prescription drug industry.


Justice Department and OSHA caution companies over NDAs deterring antitrust crime reports
Antitrust

The Justice Department’s Antitrust Division and the Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) have jointly stated that non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) which deter individuals from reporting antitrust crimes...


FTC prohibits sale of sensitive location data by Gravy Analytics
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized an order that prevents Gravy Analytics and its subsidiary, Venntel, from unlawfully tracking and selling sensitive location data.


FTC announces virtual open commission meeting set for January 14
Antitrust

Today, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Chair Lina M. Khan announced that an open meeting of the Commission will be held virtually on Tuesday, January 14, 2025.


FTC proposes new rules targeting deceptive earning claims in MLM industry
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced its intention to gather public feedback on proposed changes to the Business Opportunity Rule and a new Earnings Claim Rule.


FTC issues over $1 million in refunds for deceptive mask marketing
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is issuing over $1 million in refunds to consumers who bought Zephyr face masks, which were falsely marketed during the COVID-19 pandemic.


FTC finalizes order against IntelliVision over deceptive facial recognition claims
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized an order against IntelliVision Technologies Corp. This decision settles allegations that the company made false claims regarding its facial recognition software, particularly about its freedom from...


FTC sues wellness firm over deceptive advertising practices
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has initiated legal action against Evoke Wellness, LLC and Evoke Health Care Management, along with their executives Jonathan Mosley and James Hull.


Former president pleads guilty over bid rigging conspiracy
Antitrust

The former president of a Michigan asphalt paving company has admitted guilt in a conspiracy to manipulate bids for contracts in the state.


Five plead guilty in bid-rigging scheme for Florida roofing projects
Antitrust

As part of an ongoing investigation, four individuals and one company have admitted guilt in bid-rigging conspiracies across central Florida.


FTC updates jurisdictional thresholds for interlocking directorates in 2025
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced updates to the jurisdictional thresholds under Section 8 of the Clayton Act for 2025.


FTC revises merger reporting thresholds for 2025
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced updates to the jurisdictional and filing fee schedule under the Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976.


FTC sends refunds after mortgage relief scam targets homeowners
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is distributing refunds to consumers who were affected by a fraudulent mortgage relief scheme.


FTC Chair Lina M. Khan to discuss agency's future at Brookings Institution
Antitrust

Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina M. Khan is set to engage in a fireside chat at The Brookings Institution.


FTC mandates changes in H&R Block's practices for upcoming tax seasons
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized an order that requires H&R Block, a tax preparation company, to implement several changes for the 2025 tax filing season.


FTC and NY Attorney General take action against Handy Technologies
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the New York Attorney General have taken legal action against Handy Technologies, a company operating in the gig economy under the name Angi Services.


FTC partners with libraries to offer scam awareness resources
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is collaborating with libraries nationwide to provide free resources aimed at helping individuals identify, avoid, and report scams.


FTC imposes record fine on oil companies for antitrust law breach
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced that XCL Resources Holdings, LLC (XCL), Verdun Oil Company II LLC (Verdun), and EP Energy LLC (EP) have agreed to pay a $5.6 million civil penalty.