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  • Published on May 8, 2025

    Here's one Biden crusade Trump is still on board with

    In this era of partisan rancor and ideological polarization, there appears to be at least one thing Americans of all political persuasions can still agree on: Buying concert tickets sucks. On Wednesday evening, the Justice Department and Federal Trade …

    Source: Yahoo Finance - Pending
  • Published on May 8, 2025

    New Virginia Law Mandates Disclosure of Mandatory Fees in Consumer Transactions, Subject to Certain Exemptions

    On May 2, Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin signed Senate Bill 1212 (SB 1212) into law, introducing new requirements and prohibitions under the Virginia Consumer Protection Act. Specifically, SB 1212 targets the disclosure of mandatory fees and surcharges …

    Source: JD Supra - California - Neutral
  • Published on May 8, 2025

    Alternative App Stores on US iPhones May Finally Happen With This New Bill

    Thursday, May 8, 2025 A House Republican this week introduced a bill that would force Apple and Google to open their operating systems to third-party app stores. The App Store Freedom Act seeks "to promote competition and protect consumers and …

    Source: Simm Tester - Texas - Pending
  • Published on May 8, 2025

    More than $5 Million in Refunds Sent to Consumers as a Result of the FTC’s Action Against Cerebral over Deceptive ...

    More than 40,000 people will receive a refund as a result of the Federal Trade Commission’s settlement with Cerebral, Inc, an online mental health service provider that allegedly billed consumers despite their requests to cancel their subscriptions. The …

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  • Published on May 8, 2025

    Aid Agency Pushed Official’s For-Profit Pyramid Scheme On Poor Africans

    Editor’s Note: This is part three in a series of investigative reports on the African Development Foundation, which gained notoriety for resisting a review by the Department of Government Efficiency. Part one and part two are available here. — The …

    Source: Daily Wire - Right-wing
  • Published on May 8, 2025

    New York Man Allegedly Scammed Elderly Woman In Fraud Scheme

    The New York State Police, in coordination with the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office and Homeland Security Investigations, say that they have arrested a New York man following a coordinated undercover operation that disrupted an elaborate fraud scheme …

    Source: CNY News - New York - Pending
  • Published on May 8, 2025

    US appeal court throws out FTC's challenge against Microsoft's $68.7bn acquisition of Activision Blizzard

    A US court has denied the United States government's Federal Trade Commission (FTC) appeal against the decision to allow Microsoft to acquire Activision Blizzard. As reported by Bloomberg, the 9th Circuit US Court of Appeals once again sided with …

    Source: Gamesindustry.biz - Neutral
  • Published on May 8, 2025

    Missouri AG Launches New Attack On 'Censorship' By Big Tech

    Taking aim at social media companies, Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey this week formally proposed regulating platforms' content moderation practices. Specifically, Bailey put forward a potential rule that would require large tech platforms to …

    Source: MediaPost - Neutral
  • Published on May 8, 2025

    Scam disguised as generous donation targets animal rescues, including one in Maine

    PORTLAND (WGME) -- A Portland-based animal rescue is warning others to be cautious after nearly falling victim to a sophisticated check scam disguised as a charitable donation. Susan Gayle, founder of Little Paws Big Hearts Pekingese Rescue, has spent …

    Source: WGME - Maine - Center-right
  • Published on May 8, 2025

    CFPB Reports on Consumer Complaint Trends

    The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) recently issued its annual report analyzing the consumer complaints it received in 2024.  The CFPB collects complaints through its website, phone calls, and mail.  It also receives referrals from the White …

    Source: JD Supra - California - Neutral
  • Published on 01:07 GMT

    FTC Rule on Unfair or Deceptive “Junk” Fees FAQs

    On May 5, 2025, Federal Trade Commission staff published Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) designed to provide consumers and businesses with information regarding the agency’s Rule on Unfair or Deceptive Fees, which takes effect on May 12, 2025. The Rule …

    Source: National Law Review - Neutral
  • Published on May 8, 2025

    For the Love of Money

    In early January Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta, announced that the company was ending fact-checking on its social media platforms, Facebook, Threads, and Instagram. The reason, he said—parroting right-wing talking points—was that flagging hate speech …

    Source: The New York Review of Books - Neutral
  • Published on May 8, 2025

    What we learned from Instagram boss Adam Mosseri's testimony at the Meta antitrust trial

    Instagram chief Adam Mosseri took the witness stand on Thursday in Meta's landmark antitrust trial in Washington, DC, federal court. Mosseri, who has been at the helm of Instagram since 2018, is among the more than two dozen witnesses that the Federal …

    Source: Business Insider - Neutral
  • Published on May 8, 2025

    Trump's Antitrust Enforcer Says 'Big Is Bad'

    The anti–free market views of the Trump administration's antitrust enforcers are coming into full view, and it's boding poorly for the American economy. Abigail Slater, assistant attorney general for the Department of Justice's Antitrust …

    Source: Reason Magazine - Indeterminate
  • Published on May 8, 2025

    The Motley Fool: MLM cautions

    Ask the Fool: MLM cautions Q: I’ve heard a lot of snarky remarks about multi-level marketing. Is it really a scam? — R.B., Frisco, Texas A: At its core, the multi-level marketing (MLM) system uses independent salespeople to sell, and it usually encourages …

    Source: Upstate Business Journal - South Carolina - Neutral
  • Published on May 8, 2025

    Microsoft wins appeal in FTC challenge to $69-B Activision Blizzard deal

    A FEDERAL appeals court on Wednesday rejected a legal challenge by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to Microsoft's $69 billion purchase of "Call of Duty" maker Activision Blizzard. The San Francisco-based 9th US Circuit Court of Appeals …

    Source: The Manila Times - Indeterminate
  • Published on May 8, 2025

    Meta is reportedly working on facial recognition for its AI glasses

    Diminished tech privacy appears to be another ripple effect from Trump 2.0. The Information reported on Wednesday that Meta has changed its tune on facial recognition. After considering but ultimately bailing on the technology for the first version of its …

    Source: Engadget - Neutral
  • Published on May 8, 2025

    WeightWatchers Files for Bankruptcy as New Era of Weight Loss Redefines the Industry

    WeightWatchers now officially known as WW International filed for bankruptcy on Tuesday. The decision marks a pivotal moment in the history of the 62-year-old company that helped millions transform their relationships with food, fitness, and body image. …

    Source: Techstory - Neutral
  • Published on May 8, 2025

    FTC “Click-To-Cancel” Rule Goes Into Effect May 14

    Key Takeaways Beginning May 14, businesses offering "negative option features" can incur significant financial penalties for each violation of the FTC’s “click-to-cancel” rule. The rule imposes obligations related to disclosure, informed consent, …

    Source: JD Supra - California - Neutral

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  • Published on May 8, 2025 - 19:21 GMT

    CBP’s Baltimore Field Office Recovered 250 Stolen Vehicle Exports during 2024

    BALTIMORE – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers in the Baltimore Field Office continue to combat transnational criminal organizations that profit on the international trade in stolen vehicles. CBP officers here intercepted 250 stolen vehicle …

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  • Published on May 6, 2025 - 11:26 GMT

    U.S. Stock Markets Slide Amid Global Trade Jitters

    (MENAFN) U.S. stock markets closed in negative territory on Monday as investors reacted to increasing uncertainty surrounding international trade relations. The Dow Jones Industrial Average declined by 0.24 percent, settling at 41,218.83. The S&P 500 …

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  • Published on May 8, 2025 - 18:00 GMT

    Bank of England Reduces Interest Rates

    (MENAFN) On Thursday, the Bank of England (BoE) reduced its primary interest rate by 25 basis points to reach 4.25 percent, aligning with financial market forecasts. This latest adjustment marks the fourth consecutive rate reduction since August of the …

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  • Published on May 8, 2025 - 16:00 GMT

    CNH’s new Strategic Business Plan set to enhance product leadership and expand margins

    CNH’s new Strategic Business Plan set to enhance product leadership and expand margins CNH’s new Strategic Business Plan will:   Consolidate its position as the #1 or #2 player in all major markets Target a 16-17% Agriculture mid-cycle adjusted EBIT margin …

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