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The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has referred a complaint against Snap Inc., the company behind the Snapchat application, to the Department of Justice.

FTC and DOJ issue new antitrust guidelines impacting worker-related business practices

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Department of Justice Antitrust Division (DOJ) have jointly released new antitrust guidelines focused on business practices impacting workers.

FTC enacts new rules on children's online privacy protection

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized changes to the Children's Online Privacy Protection Rule (COPPA), introducing new requirements for the collection, use, and disclosure of children's personal information.

FTC takes action against Greystar over alleged deceptive rent practices

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the State of Colorado have initiated legal action against Greystar, a leading manager of multi-family rental properties in the United States.

FTC acts against GM over unauthorized driver data practices

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has initiated action against General Motors (GM) and its subsidiary OnStar over allegations of unauthorized collection, use, and sale of drivers' precise geolocation data and driving behavior information.

Federal Trade Commission invites libraries to celebrate National Consumer Protection Week

National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW) is set to take place from March 2-8, 2025.

FTC mandates stronger data protection measures for GoDaddy

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced a settlement with GoDaddy, requiring the web hosting company to enhance its data security measures.

FTC seeks public input on impact of major rental home investors

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued a request for public comment regarding potential orders aimed at understanding the impact of large-scale single-family rental owner operators, referred to as mega investors, on home prices and rents...

FTC scrutinizes pharmaceutical patent settlements for potential antitrust violations

The Federal Trade Commission's Bureau of Competition has released four reports detailing pharmaceutical patent settlement agreements filed under the Medicare Prescription Drug, Improvement, and Modernization Act of 2003 (MMA) for fiscal years 2018...

FTC sues John Deere over alleged anticompetitive practices impacting farmer repairs

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC), in collaboration with the Attorneys General of Illinois and Minnesota, has filed a lawsuit against Deere & Company.

FTC clarifies protections for gig worker organizing against antitrust liability

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued a policy statement clarifying that independent contractors, including gig workers, are protected from antitrust liability when engaging in collective bargaining and organizing activities.

FTC bans Mobilewalla from selling sensitive location data

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

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

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

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

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

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

By Federal Newswire | Jan 13, 2025

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

By Federal Newswire | Jan 13, 2025

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.