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- Judge dismisses antitrust lawsuits against Google AI searchA US federal judge has dismissed antitrust lawsuits filed by Chegg and Penske Media against Google, ruling that Google's AI search features do not violate antitrust law.StablePolicyBusiness2 sources · 5 evidence2026-10-02 01:12
- FTC Announces Accelerated and Expanded Payments to Consumers in Amazon Prime SettlementThe FTC is requiring Amazon to accelerate and expand payments to consumers under a $2.5 billion settlement for deceptive Prime subscription practices.StableConsumer1 sources · 1 primary · 3 evidence2026-09-17 20:00
- FTC Blocks Beretta, Ruger Board Ties to Prevent Antitrust IssuesThe Federal Trade Commission has taken action to prevent anticompetitive arrangements between two major firearm manufacturers, Beretta and Ruger, by accepting a consent order that restricts Beretta’s ability to appoint directors to Ruger’s board.StablePolicy1 sources · 1 primary · 3 evidence2026-09-16 20:00
- FTC Sues Amway for Unfair and Deceptive PracticesThe Federal Trade Commission and the state of Washington have sued Amway and its affiliates for using unfair and deceptive tactics in their multilevel marketing business, resulting in a $225 million settlement.StableConsumer1 sources · 1 primary · 3 evidence2026-09-17 20:00
- FTC Considers Updating Rule on Online Impersonation ScamsThe FTC is seeking public comment on updating its Rule on Impersonation of Government and Businesses to address platforms' role in promoting impersonation scams through ad-optimization practices.StableConsumer1 sources · 1 primary · 3 evidence2026-09-24 20:00
- FTC Publishes Price Transparency FAQs for Auto DealersThe FTC has issued FAQs to help auto dealers comply with price transparency requirements, emphasizing that advertised prices must be the actual price consumers can pay, excluding only government-mandated charges.StableConsumer1 sources · 1 primary · 3 evidence2026-09-15 20:00
- FTC Amends Rules of PracticeThe Federal Trade Commission revised its Rules of Practice to better align with the FTC Act and reflect organizational changes, including the creation of the American Competition Enforcement Division.StableConsumer1 sources · 1 primary · 2 evidence2026-09-24 20:00
- FTC Endorses DOE Proposal to Expand Higher Education AccreditationThe Federal Trade Commission supports the Department of Education's plan to promote competition among accreditation agencies, potentially lowering costs and improving quality for millions of students.StableConsumer1 sources · 1 primary · 3 evidence2026-09-22 20:00
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- 01FTC Blocks Beretta, Ruger Board Ties to Prevent Antitrust IssuesThe Federal Trade Commission has taken action to prevent anticompetitive arrangements between two major firearm manufacturers, Beretta and Ruger, by accepting a consent order that restricts Beretta’s ability to appoint directors to Ruger’s board.Policy change2026-09-16 20:00
- 02Judge dismisses antitrust lawsuits against Google AI searchA US federal judge has dismissed antitrust lawsuits filed by Chegg and Penske Media against Google, ruling that Google's AI search features do not violate antitrust law.Guidance change2026-10-02 01:12
- 03Polish regulatory authorities accuse Google of abusing its dominant market positionThe Polish antitrust authority UOKiK has accused Google of abusing its dominant market position in negotiations with domestic media publishers regarding content payments, with a maximum penalty of 10% of its turnover.New primary claim2026-10-06 16:46
- 04FTC and USDA Open Inquiry Into Farm Equipment Market PracticesThe FTC and USDA opened a public inquiry seeking comment on competition and access to equipment and repair services in the agricultural machinery market, citing complaints from farmers. The inquiry follows earlier FTC action involving Deere, but does not announce a finding or new remedy.New primary claim2026-10-07 23:53
- 05FTC Announces Accelerated and Expanded Payments to Consumers in Amazon Prime SettlementThe FTC is requiring Amazon to accelerate and expand payments to consumers under a $2.5 billion settlement for deceptive Prime subscription practices.Guidance change2026-09-17 20:00
- 06Google Faces $3.2 Billion in Damage Claims for Ad-Tech MonopolyA New York federal judge ruled that USA Today Co., Daily Mail, and a class of large publishers can seek over $3.2 billion in damages from Google for monopolizing the advertising technology market.New primary claim2026-10-05 19:41
- 07FTC Issues Redress Payments to Consumers Impacted by GOAT’s Deceptive Shipping, Refund PoliciesThe Federal Trade Commission is sending over $100,000 in redress payments to consumers deceived by GOAT's shipping and refund policies, as part of a settlement over alleged violations of the FTC's Mail, Internet or Telephone Order Merchandise Rule.New primary claim2026-10-06 20:00
- 08Hims & Hers Health Faces Securities Fraud Class ActionHims & Hers Health, Inc. (HIMS) is facing a securities fraud class action lawsuit from the FTC and state plaintiffs, alleging misconduct including deceptive health data sharing and violation of the ROSCA.New primary claim2026-10-08 23:34
- 09McDonald's faces U.S. class-action lawsuit alleging AI-driven price coordinationMcDonald's is named in a proposed nationwide class-action lawsuit filed in Chicago federal court, alleging the company used an AI pricing system to illegally coordinate menu prices with franchisees, violating U.S. antitrust law. The lawsuit claims the system used non-public data to manipulate prices, while McDonald's denies the allegations, stating franchisees retain pricing authority and AI tools are industry-standard.New primary claim2026-10-06 07:55
- 10FTC Sues Amway for Unfair and Deceptive PracticesThe Federal Trade Commission and the state of Washington have sued Amway and its affiliates for using unfair and deceptive tactics in their multilevel marketing business, resulting in a $225 million settlement.Policy change2026-09-17 20:00
- 11FTC Considers Updating Rule on Online Impersonation ScamsThe FTC is seeking public comment on updating its Rule on Impersonation of Government and Businesses to address platforms' role in promoting impersonation scams through ad-optimization practices.Policy change2026-09-24 20:00
- 12FTC Publishes Price Transparency FAQs for Auto DealersThe FTC has issued FAQs to help auto dealers comply with price transparency requirements, emphasizing that advertised prices must be the actual price consumers can pay, excluding only government-mandated charges.Guidance change2026-09-15 20:00
- 13FTC Amends Rules of PracticeThe Federal Trade Commission revised its Rules of Practice to better align with the FTC Act and reflect organizational changes, including the creation of the American Competition Enforcement Division.Guidance change2026-09-24 20:00
- 14FTC Sends Price Transparency Warning Letters to 24 Large Hospital SystemsThe Federal Trade Commission has sent warning letters to 24 large hospital systems regarding their compliance with hospital price transparency requirements, emphasizing that failing to disclose accurate pricing information can lead to legal action.New primary claim2026-10-06 02:45
- 15FTC Endorses DOE Proposal to Expand Higher Education AccreditationThe Federal Trade Commission supports the Department of Education's plan to promote competition among accreditation agencies, potentially lowering costs and improving quality for millions of students.Policy change2026-09-22 20:00
- 16FTC Chairman Urges Healthcare Services Companies to Ensure Price TransparencyFTC Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson sent letters to 24 large healthcare services companies, reminding them of their legal obligations to provide timely, accurate, and complete pricing information to patients, as per the FTC Act.Policy change2026-10-06 06:30