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FTC and Meta Spar in Antitrust Case Over Acquisition of VR Developer

FTC and Meta Spar in Antitrust Case Over Acquisition of VR Developer
FTC and Meta Spar in Antitrust Case Over Acquisition of VR Developer
November 22, 2022  |  Facebook / Meta

In a suit that aims to block Meta Platforms’ acquisition of virtual reality fitness app developer Within Unlimited, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reportedly said...

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Impersonation Scams on the Rise Ahead of Holidays Prompting Response From Watchdogs
Impersonation Scams on the Rise Ahead of Holidays Prompting Response From Watchdogs
November 22, 2022  |  Cybersecurity

‘Tis the season to be … wary. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

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‘Imposter Calls’ Top FTC Complaint List
‘Imposter Calls’ Top FTC Complaint List
November 22, 2022  |  Cybersecurity

You pick up the phone and hear a recorded message, purporting to be from the IRS. For a moment, you’re worried, but eventually, you think...

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FTC Looks to Stop DK Automation Selling Alleged Fake Business Opportunities
FTC Looks to Stop DK Automation Selling Alleged Fake Business Opportunities
November 16, 2022  |  Cybersecurity

Saying they made false claims promising consumers a “passive income,” the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has taken action against DK Automation and its owners Kevin...

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Vonage to Pay $100M Settlement in FTC Subscription Fee Lawsuit
Vonage to Pay $100M Settlement in FTC Subscription Fee Lawsuit
November 03, 2022  |  Legal & Regulation

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is holding internet phone service provider Vonage accountable for its junk fees levied on subscribers in a $100 million lawsuit...

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FTC Takes Action Against EdTech Provider Chegg After Data Breaches
FTC Takes Action Against EdTech Provider Chegg After Data Breaches
October 31, 2022  |  Legal & Regulation

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is taking action against educational technology provider Chegg, saying the firm experienced four data security breaches since 2017 but allegedly...

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FTC Takes Action Against Drizly, CEO Following 2020 Data Breach
FTC Takes Action Against Drizly, CEO Following 2020 Data Breach
October 24, 2022  |  Legal & Regulation

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is taking action against both online alcohol marketplace Drizly and its CEO, James Cory Rellas, pointing to allegations that they...

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Report: FTC Probes Visa, Mastercard Over Debit Security Tokens
Report: FTC Probes Visa, Mastercard Over Debit Security Tokens
October 17, 2022  |  Credit Cards

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is reportedly looking into whether Mastercard and Visa’s security tokens prevent debit-card routing competition on certain digital payments. Get the...

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