All Federal Trade Commission articles – Page 3
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Blackbaud avoids fine in FTC deal requiring data deletion
Software company Blackbaud will be required to delete unnecessary data and boost cybersecurity as part of a proposed settlement with the Federal Trade Commission stemming from a 2020 data breach.
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DOJ, FTC re-emphasize requirement to retain business communications
The Department of Justice and Federal Trade Commission updated language contained in standard preservation letters regarding the maintaining of business communications made via collaboration tools and ephemeral messaging apps.
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FTC ‘click to cancel’ proposal harmful to businesses, companies argue
A proposed “click to cancel” rule by the Federal Trade Commission is not necessary, too broad, and would harm mom-and-pop companies, according to business allies and trade groups.
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FTC bans Outlogic from selling sensitive location data in landmark action
Data broker Outlogic will be subject to the Federal Trade Commission’s first ban on the use, sale, or disclosure of sensitive location data as part of a proposed order announced by the agency.
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Compliance lessons from Rite Aid facial recognition case
The Federal Trade Commission was clear in its recent enforcement action against Rite Aid regarding its expectations for companies using facial recognition technology or any biometric security or surveillance systems.
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FTC seeking comment on proposed COPPA enhancements
The Federal Trade Commission issued a notice of proposed rulemaking to strengthen data security requirements and modernize certain aspects of the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act Rule.
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Rite Aid gets 5-year facial recognition use ban from FTC
Retail pharmacy chain Rite Aid agreed to a five-year ban on its use of facial recognition technology for surveillance purposes as part of a settlement with the Federal Trade Commission.
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DOJ, FTC release finalized merger guidelines
A long-running initiative by the Department of Justice and Federal Trade Commission to modernize their joint merger guidelines reached its conclusion, following tens of thousands of public comments.
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Adobe: Penalties possible in FTC subscriptions probe
Software company Adobe disclosed it could face “significant monetary costs or penalties” resulting from an ongoing Federal Trade Commission investigation into its disclosure and subscription cancellation practices.
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FTC eases AI use investigation process
The Federal Trade Commission approved a measure streamlining its ability to issue civil investigative demands in investigations relating to artificial intelligence use.
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FTC tweaks Safeguards Rule to address data breaches
Nonbank financial institutions must report certain data breaches to the Federal Trade Commission within 30 days of discovery under a new amendment to the agency’s Safeguards Rule.
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TransUnion settles with CFPB, FTC over tenant screening accuracy
Credit reporting agency TransUnion agreed to pay $23 million total across settlements with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and Federal Trade Commission for alleged tenant screening and security freeze deficiencies.
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FTC, Latin American countries partner on fighting cross-border fraud
The Federal Trade Commission is partnering with Chile, Colombia, Mexico, and Peru to fight cross-border fraud, with other consumer protection authorities invited to join in the future.
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Senator pushes for probe into Microsoft’s ‘negligent cybersecurity practices’
Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) is calling on federal agencies to hold Microsoft accountable for “negligent cybersecurity practices” that played part in a Chinese hacking campaign that targeted U.S. government email addresses.
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FTC, HHS warn hospitals over use of online tracking tech
The Federal Trade Commission and Department of Health and Human Services sent letters to approximately 130 hospital systems and telehealth providers regarding potential patient privacy violations and security risks stemming from online tracking technologies.
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DOJ, FTC highlight core guidelines in draft merger guidance
New draft merger guidance put forward by the Department of Justice and Federal Trade Commission continues the agencies’ joint mission to modernize antitrust enforcement.
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M&A lessons from EU’s maximum $476M fine against Illumina
The European Commission imposed maximum disciplinary measures in fining U.S.-based biotechnology company Illumina €432 million (U.S. $476 million) regarding its “gun-jumping” merger with cancer detection company Grail.
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FTC joins DOJ in rescinding healthcare antitrust guidance
The Federal Trade Commission announced the withdrawal of two antitrust policy statements the agency deemed “outdated.” The move puts the FTC in line with the Department of Justice, which announced a similar action earlier this year.
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FTC questions OpenAI over ChatGPT data security practices
The Federal Trade Commission sent to ChatGPT developer OpenAI a list of questions seeking clarity on how the company monitors, collects, and retains user personal information and ensures control over its popular artificial intelligence chatbot.
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FTC cases thrust COPPA compliance into spotlight
The Federal Trade Commission’s recent children’s privacy enforcement activity—including fines against Microsoft and Amazon—leaves no doubt businesses must make complying with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act a top priority.