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Meeting on unfair fees NPRM involves Commissioner Holyoak, Beales, and Muris
Antitrust

Commissioner Melissa Holyoak's office, Howard Beales, and Timothy Muris are set to participate in a virtual ex parte meeting.


FTC plans virtual workshop on predatory pricing impacts
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is set to hold a virtual public workshop on December 18, 2024, focusing on predatory pricing and its impact on consumers, competition, and innovation.


Harris Jewelry ordered by court to reopen claims portal for servicemember refunds
Antitrust

A federal court has mandated Harris Jewelry to reopen its claims process and notify consumers, primarily active duty servicemembers, to submit refund requests.


Commissioner Bedoya to discuss worker surveillance at NYU Wagner
Antitrust

Commissioner Alvaro M. Bedoya is set to speak at NYU Wagner in an event titled "The FTC and Worker Surveillance: A Conversation with Federal Trade Commissioner Alvaro Bedoya."


FTC reports sharp decline in unwanted call complaints since 2021
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has released its National Do Not Call Registry Data Book for Fiscal Year 2024, revealing a significant drop in consumer reports about unwanted calls.


FTC releases fiscal year 2024 financial report
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has released its Agency Financial Report for the Fiscal Year 2024.


FTC takes action against Seek Capital over alleged deceptive practices
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has initiated legal action against Seek Capital and its founder, Roy Ferman, accusing them of running a deceptive business finance scheme.


FTC warns against misuse of Data Clean Rooms
Antitrust

Data Clean Rooms (DCRs) have emerged as cloud data processing services that enable companies to exchange and analyze data under specific rules that limit its use.


FTC announces changes to HSR Form effective February 2025
Antitrust

Antitrust practitioners involved in mergers and acquisitions are familiar with the requirement to submit premerger notification forms to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Department of Justice's Antitrust Division.


FTC schedules oral argument on Facebook case
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is set to hear oral arguments in the case concerning Facebook, Inc., identified as Docket No.


Facebook's oral argument scheduled for November
Antitrust

Facebook is set to participate in an oral argument scheduled for November 12, 2024, as part of Docket No.


FTC halts H&R Block's deceptive practices; proposes $7 million settlement
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has initiated a lawsuit that is prompting changes for consumers using H&R Block's online tax filing services.


Court upholds ruling against airline alliance violating antitrust laws
Antitrust

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit has upheld a decision from the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts, siding with the Justice Department and Attorneys General from six states and the District of Columbia in an...


FTC issues refunds for misleading ads on anti-alcohol supplement
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is distributing over $536,000 in refunds to consumers who purchased Sobrenix, a supplement sold by Rejuvica.


FTC partners with libraries to combat scams through free resources
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is collaborating with libraries nationwide to offer resources aimed at helping individuals identify, avoid, and report scams. The initiative includes a series of office hours where participants can discuss consumer protection topics and explore programming ideas.


FTC schedules virtual open meeting with focus on consumer protection
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced a virtual open meeting scheduled for November 14, 2024.


Ferguson's office to meet with Travel Management Coalition on fee rulemaking
Antitrust

Commissioner Ferguson's office and the Travel Management Coalition are set to engage in a virtual ex parte meeting.


FTC charges Sitejabber with misleading consumers through inflated review practices
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has taken action against Sitejabber, an AI-enabled consumer review platform, accusing the company of misleading consumers.


FTC approves 2025 budget for Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has approved the 2025 budget for the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority.


FTC files lawsuit against cash advance app Dave for alleged deceptive practices
Antitrust

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has initiated action against the online cash advance app Dave, accusing it of misleading marketing practices.