The lender falsely promised instant cash advances while charging higher than disclosed fees. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced that an online cash advance company, Cleo AI, has…
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FDA to Increase Testing for Heavy Metals in Baby Formula
Secretary Kennedy makes an announcement after meeting with formula company execs. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced this month that the Food and Drug Administration…
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FCC Facilitates the Transition from Copper to High-Speed Networks
New measures intend to modernize infrastructure while maintaining consumer protections. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) recently announced steps to accelerate the transition from outdated copper phone lines to…
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House Advances AI Consumer Safety Bill
Legislation proposes AI pilot program to help federal agency detect hazardous products and track market trends. The House Energy and Commerce Committee approved the Consumer Safety Technology Act,…
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FTC Investigates Potentially Unlawful Censorship by Tech Platforms
The public is invited to share experiences of speech restrictions and content limitations. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently launched an inquiry into how technology platforms might limit…
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EPA Updates WaterSense Standards, DOE Reviews Appliance Regulations
Administration officials seek to prevent increases in costs and ensure products are reliable. Administrator Lee Zeldin announced that the Environmental Protection Agency is revising all WaterSense specifications established…
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OMB Director Announces Halt of Unappropriated Funds to CFPB
Newly confirmed, Director Vought is set to be an important contributor to reducing federal programs and spending. White House Office of Management and Budget Director Russ Vought announced…
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Game Developer Settles FTC Allegations of Children’s Privacy Violations
HoYoverse faces penalties for deceptive practices in Genshin Impact, including predatory loot boxes and COPPA violations. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reached a $20 million settlement with the…
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CFPB Sues Capital One for Cheating Customers Out of $2 Billion in Interest
The bureau alleges the company published misleading communications about new savings accounts. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has filed a lawsuit against the bank Capital One for…
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FTC Finalizes Settlement with H&R Block Over Unfair Practices
The tax prep company was ordered to repay $7 million to customers, downgrade processes, and improve transparency. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) finalized a settlement requiring H&R Block…
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