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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."


FTC settles e-commerce scam case involving Young and Baiz
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has taken action against operators of a deceptive business opportunity, resulting in permanent bans and financial penalties.


Consulting firms admit guilt in bid rigging case involving NYC public schools
Antitrust

Four defendants, including two consulting companies and their owners, have pleaded guilty to participating in a bid rigging scheme that involved budget and procurement consulting services for New York City Public Schools.


FTC chairman comments on departure of former commissioners
Antitrust

Federal Trade Commission Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson has released a statement regarding the departure of former Commissioners Rebecca Kelly Slaughter and Alvaro Bedoya.


FTC halts 'Click Profit' scheme claiming deceptive online sales promises
Antitrust

At the request of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), a federal court has temporarily halted Click Profit, an online business opportunity scheme.


FTC offers webinar on children's online safety with Youville resource
Antitrust

Children today often spend significant time online, engaging in activities such as watching videos, playing games, and texting friends.


FTC opposes Indiana hospital merger citing anticompetitive risks
Antitrust

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) staff have reiterated their opposition to the proposed merger between Union Hospital, Inc. and Terre Haute Regional Hospital, L.P. The FTC urged the Indiana Department of Health to deny the hospitals' application for...


FTC returns $337.3 million to consumers through law enforcement actions
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced that it returned $337.3 million to consumers in 2024 as a result of its law enforcement actions.