Order submitted to stop the company’s block of competing processing networks. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has found Mastercard’s online business practices to be a violation of the…
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President Names Acting Chair of FERC
Willie Phillips has track record of public service. This week, President Joe Biden named Willie Phillips as acting chairman of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). The first…
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FTC Sues Google, iHeartMedia for Deceptive Ads
Radio personalities endorse Pixel 4 with false testimonials. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently joined several state attorneys general in filing lawsuits against Google LLC and iHeartMedia, Inc.…
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Christmas Tree Prices Higher Due to Inflation
Some regions experiences shortages in supply. While Christmas tree farms have reported a strong harvest, some regions of the U.S. are experiencing a shortage even as others have…
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House Votes to Avert Rail Strike
The measure now goes to the Senate. On Wednesday, the House of Representatives passed a bill that would avert a national railroad strike. The legislative decision would block…
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FCC Bans Huawei and ZTE Devices
Commission cites national security concerns. On Friday, Commissioner Brendan Carr announced that the Federal Communications Commissioner is banning the sale and import of new telecommunications devices produced by…
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DOE Accepting Applications for Energy Efficiency Funding
$250 million being provided through low-interest loans. The Department of Energy has opened applications for the Energy Efficiency Revolving Loan Fund Capitalization Grant Program. Up to $250 million…
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FTC Announces Plans to Address Unfair Competition
Antitrust law could impact internet technology. On Thursday, the Federal Trade Commission announced a new policy that will prevent “unfair methods of competition.” According to Chair Lina Khan,…
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Justice Department Seizes $3.36 Billion in Cryptocurrency
Over 50,000 Bitcoin had been stolen from an illegal marketplace. The Department of Justice has announced its second-largest-ever seizure of cryptocurrency, $3.36 billion in Bitcoin. The cryptocurrency was…
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Low Mississippi River Water Levels Hamper Supply Chain
The lowest level in decades slows shipping lanes. Mayors of cities along the Mississippi River have requested federal assistance as the major conduit of freight has reached historically…
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