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FTC designates a new chairman
Andrew N. Ferguson was officially designated as the Chairman of the FTC by President Trump. Chairman Ferguson noted his commitment
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Biden FTC Engaged With Chinese E-Commerce Giant Temu In Amazon Antitrust Case, Raising Concerns
The Biden Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reportedly communicated with a major Chinese e-commerce company about Amazon’s pricing policies that are related to the FTC’s case against Amazon, according to The Information,
FTC Workers Frustrated With Lina Khan After Union Deal Fizzles
Employees hoped for a long-term contract as Trump prepares a crackdown on federal unions and remote work. They got a temporary one instead.
US appeals court throws out Biden FTC car-buying consumer rules
A U.S. appeals court on Monday threw out rules adopted by the Biden administration to ban bait-and-switch tactics and prohibit auto dealers charging for add-on costs that do not benefit new car buyers.
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New Federal Children's Privacy Requirements Are Not Child's Play: FTC Amends COPPA Rule, Imposing New Obligations on Child-Directed Services
Companies that may have child users, or whose competitors have child users, take note. On January 16, 2025, the Federal Trade
AI Companion App Replika Faces FTC Complaint
The chatbot, which offers romantic companionship, has been hit with an FTC complaint from tech ethics organizations
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Appeals court strikes down FTC’s rule banning add-on costs and bait-and-switch tactics
A U.S. appeals court ruled that the FTC's new rule aimed to ban bait-and-switch tactics does not benefit buyers and is invalid.
Exclusive: FTC chairman says COVID is long over, get back to the office
The chairman of the Federal Trade Commission on Friday acknowledged staff anxiety over returning to full-time in the office at an agency where around 80% work from home most of the week, but said the COVID pandemic is long over and workers need to be at their desks.
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Retailers Beware: The FTC Fines GOAT for Overpromising and Underdelivering
The FTC recently announced a penalty against online sneaker retailer GOAT for failing to honor its “Instant” and “Next Day” shipping guarantees.
FTC grants Chairman Andrew Ferguson authority to comply with Trump's orders to end DEI programs: 'A scourge'
The Federal Trade Commission has approved a motion granting Chairman Andrew Ferguson the authority to comply with President Donald Trump’s executive orders slashing DEI programs.
What Businesses Need to Know About Anticipated FTC Leadership Changes
The author discusses what to expect from the next presidential administration for consumer protection. He can also provide recommendations for companies to stay informed and compliant as regulatory standards evolve,
FTC Failed to Give Advance Notice of Auto Retail Scam Rule
The Federal Trade Commission’s rule targeting bait-and-switch tactics by car dealers was vacated Monday by a split federal appeals court after its majority determined the agency skirted necessary procedural grounds.