FTC-PR-240105-2 (Jan. 5, 2024) FTC Approves 2024 Budget for Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority The Federal Trade Commission has issued an order (PDF) approving the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority’s 2024 budget as submitted to the Commission. On March 27, 2023, the Commission adopted procedures for the Commission’s review and approval of the Authority’s annual budget. The FTC’s rule […]
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The FTC is a federal agency in the United States tasked with promoting consumer protection and preventing anticompetitive business practices. Established in 1914, this agency enforces a variety of laws aimed at ensuring fair competition and protecting consumers from deceptive or unfair business practices. It investigates allegations of fraud, false advertising, and violations of consumer rights, working to maintain a competitive marketplace where businesses operate ethically and consumers are informed and protected. The Federal Trade Commission also provides guidance on consumer protection issues, conducts research into industry practices, and educates the public about their rights under federal law. Through its enforcement actions and policy initiatives, the FTC plays a crucial role in safeguarding consumer interests and promoting economic competition across industries.
FTC-PR-240104-1 (Jan. 4, 2024) FTC, Connecticut Take Action Against Manchester City Nissan for Deceiving Consumers, Forcing Junk Fees – Federal court complaint against dealer, owners and key employees charges deceptive and unfair practices involving “certified” used cars, government fees, and add-ons The Federal Trade Commission and the State of Connecticut are taking action against auto dealer […]
FTC-PR-240102-1 (Jan. 2, 2024) How are robocallers getting your phone number? Does it ever feel like you’re getting more robocalls than calls from actual humans? Illegal robocalls aren’t just annoying — they’re also often scams. But you might be wondering — how did they get my number in the first place? Sometimes robocalls are random. […]
FTC-PR-240102-2 (Jan. 2, 2024) California-based Lead Generator Agrees to Settlement Banning It from Making or Assisting Others in Making Telemarketing Calls, Including Robocalls – Response Tree used deception and dark patterns to trick consumers into providing personal information that was used to facilitate millions of illegal telemarketing calls California-based lead generator Response Tree LLC and […]
FTC-PR-240102-1 (Jan. 2, 2024) XCast Labs Will Be Banned from Supporting Illegal Telemarketing Practices to Settle FTC Charges It Assisted and Facilitated in Sending Hundreds of Millions of Illegal Robocalls – VoIP service provider also must screen current and potential clients to ensure they are complying with FTC’s telemarketing rules or terminate contracts with them […]