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Worlds Collide: FTC Answers CPSC’s Request for Written Comments on IoT and Product Hazards
If you follow our blog, you know that we often write about issues involving the FTC and the CPSC, but we usually do not write about both in the same post. Now those worlds have collided. The staff of the FTC’s Bureau…
SADDLE UP AMERICA: California Aims to Pass its Own GDPR Law
Just when you think you’ve tackled the Wild, Wild West of GDPR and privacy compliance, California decides to mix it all up again. This November 6th, California voters will decide on the California Consumer Privacy Act…
Andrew Smith Named Director of FTC’s Bureau of Consumer Protection
Andrew Smith was recently named Director of the FTC’s Bureau of Consumer Protection. With a strong background in financial matters, businesses can expect Smith to focus on issues affecting consumer financial services.…
Senate Confirms Full Slate of New FTC Commissioners
The Senate yesterday confirmed all five nominees to the Federal Trade Commission by voice vote, which means the five-person body will soon be restored to full capacity after over a year with only two Commissioners.…
FTC Files Complaint Against Lending Club for Allegedly Deceptive and Unfair Online Loan Practices
The FTC today filed a complaint against Lending Club alleging that it deceived consumers by advertising loans with “no hidden fees” and subsequently concealing substantial loan origination fees. The complaint points to…