Former FTC Counsel Joins NAB's Legal Team Nandu Machiraju joins the association as its senior vice president and deputy general counsel TV Tech · Apr 5, 2024
Meta Challenges FTC Bid To Amend 2020 Privacy Settlement Over Kids Chat App Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook, has contested the US Federal Trade Commission's attempt to modify its 2020 privacy settlement, saying it had voluntarily disclosed issues in its Messenger Kids app and received no complaints from parents. International Business Times · Apr 5, 2024
Meta Resists US FTC's Privacy Settlement Amendment Meta (formerly Facebook) resists FTC's push for stricter privacy measures, sparking debate on data privacy regulation. Top News · Apr 5, 2024
US government denies ESRB's AI-powered face-scanning 'age estimation' proposal, but it's probably not gone for good The FTC has denied the ESRB group's initial proposal for a Privacy-Protective Facial Age Estimation system but says it can resubmit with more supporting information later. PC Gamer · Apr 2, 2024
Jon Stewart says Apple told him not to interview FTC chair Lina Khan Late-night host reveals Apple advised not to invite tech regulator on his Apple TV+ show and podcast the Problem with Jon Stewart The Guardian - US · Apr 2, 2024
Antitrust enforcement gets bipartisan love — except for oil deals Democrats and Republicans have locked hands to oppose mergers in other industries. Axios · Apr 2, 2024
Impersonation scams cost US victims over a billion dollars last year A new report from the FTC shows the cost of spoofing scams, and the new methods cybercriminals are adopting. TechRadar · Apr 2, 2024
"They literally said 'please don't talk to her'" — Jon Stewart says Apple denied guest appearance from FTC amidst swirling antitrust woes Jon Stewart reveals Apple stopped him from talking to the body that “Enforce the Nation's antitrust and consumer protection laws” for his Apple TV Plus podcast. iMore · Apr 2, 2024
Jon Stewart says Apple wouldn't let him interview FTC chair on his podcast "Why are they so afraid to even have these conversations out in the public sphere?" he said to FTC's Lina Khan on "The Daily Show." Axios · Apr 2, 2024
US FTC Reopens Privacy Probe Into Meta Court ruling against Meta's delay attempt on FTC privacy probe highlights regulatory challenges and the need to address privacy concerns. Top News · Mar 30, 2024
Rumor: A white digital Xbox Series X has leaked Images of a white digital Xbox Series X have leaked, indicating a refreshed version of the console might be on the way. Windows Central · Mar 27, 2024
Lawyer warns game developers about 'unlawful game design' as 'dark patterns' lawsuits rise Could a game that makes you grind too much be unlawful? It's possible. PC Gamer · Mar 27, 2024
FTC Investigating Tiktok Over Data And Security Practices FTC investigates TikTok for data practices and COPPA violations, potential legal action pending. Top News · Mar 27, 2024
TikTok is under investigation by the FTC over data practices and could face a lawsuit A person familiar with the matter says the Federal Trade Commission is investigating TikTok over its data and security practices The Independent UK · Mar 27, 2024
Top News · Mar 27, 2024 US FTC Investigates Tiktok Over Privacy Concerns FTC considers legal action against TikTok over privacy concerns, highlighting the importance of data protection in tech platforms.
Roll Call · Mar 26, 2024 Experts say Medicaid rebate change is behind inhaler price cuts - Roll Call Three inhaler manufacturers will cap patient copays for their inhalers at $35 a month and lower the list prices of some of those products.
Top News · Mar 21, 2024 US Regulators Call For Congressional Review Of Grocery Profits US regulators seek congressional investigation into grocery chains' pandemic profits and potential impact on consumers.
Kiplinger · Mar 21, 2024 No, FTC People Will Never Ask You To Move, Transfer or Send Money Scammers are using real names of FTC employees to trick consumers. Here’s what to know.
Advnture · Mar 21, 2024 What do hikers, skiers and climbers need to know about freeze-thaw cycles? We explain the risks of freeze-thaw for trail users, and how to keep yourself safe when the weather is acting up
Reason · Mar 20, 2024 No Ice Cream Price Gouging Thanks to Substitutes Unilever’s split from its ice cream division shows market share and market power are very different concepts.
Tom’s Hardware · Mar 20, 2024 New Xbox dev kit certified for testing in South Korea, console refresh could come this year Following the trend of previous South Korean RRA certifications, the certification of a new "XDK Console" points toward the upcoming release of a new Xbox console later this year.
Reason · Mar 20, 2024 Policing 'Thinspiration' Is Harder Than Lawmakers Think And likely to backfire, too.
TechRadar · Mar 20, 2024 Scammers are pretending to be FTC workers in order to steal money The FTC will never tell you to go to a Bitcoin ATM - and it won't ever offer a prize, so don't fall for these scams.
Tom’s Guide · Mar 19, 2024 FTC just issued warning over this scam stealing thousands from Americans — how to stay safe The FTC has released new guidelines to help Americans identify potential scammers who could be trying to impersonate the government agency over the phone.