The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently criticized Microsoft for its decision to raise the price of its popular subscription service, Xbox Game Pass. In a statement, the FTC accused Microsoft of causing “exactly the sort of consumer harm from the merger” that it had anticipated. This move by the tech giant has raised concerns among… Continue reading FTC calls out Microsoft for its Xbox Game Pass price hike, says its “exactly the sort of consumer harm from the merger” it expected
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Twitter exposes secrets, FTC clamps down on review hijackers and Android 14 arrives
As the world turns to social media, so too do people’s secrets and scandalous stories. Recently, Twitter has been at the center of many controversies, leading the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to clamp down in a major way. Meanwhile, Android 14 is here and comes with a variety of new features for users. Twitter has… Continue reading Twitter exposes secrets, FTC clamps down on review hijackers and Android 14 arrives
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The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has ordered supplement maker Maven Labs to pay a $600,000 fine in what is described as the first case involving hijacked Amazon reviews. The FTC alleged that Maven Labs misled consumers by using fake Amazon reviews – a tactic known as ‘astroturfing’. The commission alleged that Maven Labs used fake… Continue reading orders supplement
FTC proposes new rule to make it easier to cancel free trials and subscriptions
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently proposed a new rule to ensure that consumers have a clear and easy process to cancel free trials and subscriptions. This proposed rule is a pro-consumer effort, as it seeks to provide more transparency and clarity so consumers can make informed decisions. Under this proposed rule, businesses would be… Continue reading FTC proposes new rule to make it easier to cancel free trials and subscriptions
FTC Wants to End the Hell That Is Trying to Cancel a Free Trial or Subscription
It has long been a complaint in consumer circles that cancelling a free trial or subscription can often seem like a long battle, with companies using lengthy and complicated procedures to make it difficult for customers to be released from a service they don’t necessarily want. Now, the Federal Trade Commission is hoping to end… Continue reading FTC Wants to End the Hell That Is Trying to Cancel a Free Trial or Subscription
The FTC wants to ban those tough-to-cancel gym and cable subscriptions
In a bid to protect consumers from difficult and expensive cancellation fees, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is proposing a ban on tough-to-cancel gym and cable subscriptions. It’s no secret that many gym members and cable subscription holders find it tough to cancel their memberships. Whether it’s hidden fees, long wait times on hold, or… Continue reading The FTC wants to ban those tough-to-cancel gym and cable subscriptions
The FTC wants to ban the noncompete clauses ensnaring some tech workers
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is cracking down on noncompete clauses that are preventing some tech workers from exploring better opportunities or leaving a job to pursue other endeavors. Noncompetition agreements are not uncommon in the tech industry, as employers often want to ensure that their employees cannot leave and work with a rival company… Continue reading The FTC wants to ban the noncompete clauses ensnaring some tech workers