#consumer-protection

#consumer-protection

Advancements are being driven by profit motives rather than a vision for public good.

The Supreme Court expanded Donald Trump's power on Wednesday, allowing him to fire Democratic members of the CPSC, violating federal law.

The FTC guidelines for sponsored posts aim to ensure transparency and protect consumers from misleading advertising, reflecting the rise of creators in digital advertising.

Purchasing airline tickets with credit cards ensures better consumer protection and faster refunds, especially highlighted by the recent bankruptcy of Silver Airways.

Junior enterprise minister James Dillon has requested the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission to investigate whether foreign retail chains face barriers to operating in Ireland.

Forthcoming regulation of heat networks is great news for consumers, but Ofgem's proposals around price regulation do not yet deliver the level of fairness or price protection that heat network customers deserve. Many households are still paying twice as much for heat as those using gas boilers - and that simply isn't sustainable.

Although Airbnb subsequently took steps to curtail price gouging, evidence indicates that illegal gouging on the site continues and may be ongoing.

The US federal government's consumer watchdog has issued a recall for "about 24,000" batteries sold with cheap VIVI e-bikes due to overheating incidents and fire risks.

The bill would require the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) to maintain an online database with home valuation information for mortgage evaluations.

Delta's AI pricing could increase competition in the airline industry, but companies might be incentivized to skew toward higher prices due to lack of transparency.

"The property rights of American homeowners must be safeguarded...to ensure there are no unreasonable restraints on a homeowner's ability to sell or refinance their home in the future due to unwarranted transaction costs."

Industry self-regulation offers a powerful, flexible force that can bridge the divide between disparate legal systems and foster international cooperation in technology.

The 2023 final rule aimed to modernize enforcement of the 1977 anti-redlining law, requiring U.S. banks to support community development and lend to low-income borrowers.

The push for "fair share" proposals by major telecom operators could undermine net neutrality and harm consumers by altering how content is delivered online.

Comcast Xfinity has faced criticism for marketing terms like '10G Internet' that mislead consumers, lacking any true connection to 4G or 5G technologies.

Makeup influencer Amy Loring expressed significant concern about current cosmetic labeling practices, describing them as "frustrating" and potentially "life threatening" for allergic individuals, prompting calls for clearer ingredient listings.

Missouri attorney general Andrew Bailey has sent letters to big tech companies accusing them of possible fraud and false advertising, demanding they explain their responses to controversial topics.

Dynamic pricing refers to situations where businesses adjust prices rapidly and frequently in response to changing demand conditions, shaped by motivation, speed, and frequency of adjustments.

Motorists have reported discouragement from servicing at independent garages, being told warranty will be void if not serviced at authorized dealerships or with non-original parts.

Superior Court Justice Donald Bisson ruled that the class action can move forward, but limited it to Quebec residents because the case hinges on that province's consumer protection laws.

Under the new 'targeted support' regime, firms would be permitted to send 'ready-made suggestions' to customers to help them navigate complex financial decisions.

The CFPB shielded taxpayers from romance scams, Ponzi schemes, excessive fees, unbreakable contracts, and confiscatory interest rates, playing a critical role in consumer protection.

One example stands out: If a person's house collapses on top of them and they die, the codex states, the builder should also be put to death.

By promoting competition among suppliers, schools can help to reduce costs and deliver good value.

Shuwan Li's filing for bankruptcy raises questions about who will be held accountable for compensating those who have suffered financial losses from transactions with the jeweller.