by dbadmin | Dec 28, 2024 | FTC, Microsoft, News
Credit: Kris Carlon / Android Authority The Federal Trade Commission is looking into whether Microsoft’s bundling practices have broken antitrust rules. Investigators allege Microsoft lured federal agencies with free software only to lock them into paid services...
by dbadmin | Dec 17, 2024 | FTC, News
Credit: David Imel / Android Authority The FTC has issued rules that crack down on “bait and switch” pricing practices in the lodging and live event industries. These companies will now have to display the full price of hotel rooms, concert tickets, and sporting...
by dbadmin | Oct 22, 2024 | Business, FTC, News
Credit: Ryan Haines / Android Authority Back in August, the FTC introduced a new rule that aims to end fake customer reviews. FTC chair Lina Khan has announced that the new rule has now gone into effect. People can now report to the FTC if they believe one of the...
by dbadmin | Oct 16, 2024 | Business, FTC, News
Pixel 9 official case Credit: Nick Fernandez / Android Authority FTC’s new click-to-cancel rule will ensure canceling subscriptions is as easy as signing up. The rule targets deceptive subscription practices and applies to renewals, free trials, and continuity plans....
by dbadmin | Aug 15, 2024 | FTC, News
Credit: Ryan Haines / Android Authority The FTC has introduced a new rule banning the sale or purchase of fake reviews and testimonials, with the power to impose civil penalties on violators. The rule also prohibits businesses from offering incentives for specific...
by dbadmin | Mar 23, 2023 | FTC, News
The FTC has proposed a new rule to simplify canceling recurring subscriptions. The commission voted 3-1 in favor of the proposal. If enacted, the rule would require businesses to make it as easy to cancel a subscription as it was to sign up. The days of jumping...
