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Research into consumer perception of Made in USA labels.

Research Reveals Many Consumers Misunderstand What ‘Made in the USA’ Labels Actually Mean

Last month, the Federal Trade Commission began to crack down on false “Made in the USA” claims, sending…

Features August 18
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Business groups are challenging the FTC's new "click-to-cancel" rule for subscriptions.

UPDATE: FTC Click-to-Cancel Rule Struck Down

[Update as of July 9, 2025] A federal appellate court has struck down the FTC’s Click-to-Cancel rule, which…

News July 9
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Does Dismissal of Amazon Class Action Lawsuit Spell Trouble for FTC’s Antitrust Case?

The Federal Trade Commission has been dealt another blow in its ongoing antitrust case against Amazon. In October…

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FTC Sues Southern Glazer’s for Discriminatory Pricing that Favors Larger Chains

In its final weeks under the current administration, the Federal Trade Commission isn’t letting up on its fight…

News December 13
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Tapestry and Capri have called off their merger.

Capri, Tapestry Pull Plug on Merger Amid Regulatory Uncertainty

Three weeks after a federal judge issued an injunction halting the merger of luxury groups Capri Holdings and…

News November 14
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The FTC has passed stricter requirements on subscription provider's cancellation policies.

FTC Tackles Tricky Subscription Tactics with Click-to-Cancel Rule

The Federal Trade Commission has passed a final “click-to-cancel” rule that will require subscription companies to make it as easy…

News October 18
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The FTC says that social media and streaming services have been engaging in widespread online surveillance.

FTC Accuses Social Media Services of ‘Vast’ User Surveillance, Lax Privacy Protections

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued a damning new report on the data collection and use practices…

News September 20
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Exclusive Interview: FTC Official Reveals Rationale for Crackdown on Monopolies

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is in the news again this week as its lawsuit seeking to block…

Features September 17
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The FTC has proposed a new rule cracking down on fake reviews online.

UPDATE: FTC Issues Formal Ban on Fake Reviews and Testimonials

[Update as of Aug. 15, 2024] The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued a final rule to combat…

News August 15
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