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Zillow and Redfin have reached a settlement with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) regarding a lawsuit alleging an illegal agreement that suppressed competition in the rental listings market. As part of the agreement, Redfin is required to re-enter the rental market.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized a settlement with real estate giants Zillow and Redfin, resolving antitrust concerns related to their market practices.
A judge has blocked Henkel's proposed acquisition of Liquid Nails, siding with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) which had challenged the deal.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has filed a lawsuit against Hims & Hers, a telehealth company, alleging improper health data sharing and problematic billing practices.
A split decision within the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has allowed IonQ Inc.'s $1.8 billion acquisition of semiconductor foundry SkyWater Technology Inc. to proceed without any imposed conditions.
Edwards has agreed to pay $10 million to settle charges from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) for allegedly skirting antitrust review. The settlement resolves accusations of bypassing regulatory scrutiny.
Autodesk has received early termination of its MaintainX acquisition deal from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), indicating regulatory approval for the merger.
Amazon has agreed to pay $2.25 million to settle a case with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and is simultaneously facing a new lawsuit in Australia.
UnitedHealth (UNH) has taken a significant step towards resolving its insulin pricing dispute with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
A report suggests that Amazon may be facing a lawsuit from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), potentially incurring billions in civil penalties.
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has imposed a nearly one-million-dollar fine on a marketing company and two partners for falsely claiming to advertisers that phones and speakers were eavesdropping on conversations.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has released data indicating where spam calls are most prevalent, with over 2.6 million Do Not Call complaints filed and robocalls being the dominant issue.
Shutterstock has reached a $35 million settlement with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to resolve allegations of deceptive business practices.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and US Anesthesia Partners have reached a settlement in a price collusion case in Texas.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and eight states reached a settlement with major advertising agencies on April 15, resolving a lawsuit related to media censorship practices.
Guggenheim analysts suggest that the recent Federal Trade Commission (FTC) settlement involving StubHub Holdings, Inc. may have positive implications for Live Nation's ongoing legal case.
Match Group has reached a settlement with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) regarding allegations of illegally sharing user data from its dating app OkCupid, resolving the lawsuit filed by the FTC.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued warnings to payment processors, cautioning them against the practice of 'debanking' certain businesses or individuals.
CVS Health has reached a settlement with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) concerning a case related to its insulin pricing practices, as pharmacy benefit managers face increasing scrutiny from regulators and lawmakers over their drug pricing methods.
A US court has thrown out a Federal Trade Commission (FTC) order that directed Intuit to cease its allegedly deceptive advertising practices for TurboTax.
Tesla has reportedly received clearance from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to convert its investment in xAI into a stake in SpaceX.
Medical Groups Sue FTC Over Probe Into Gender Dysphoria Treatments Authored by Zachary Stieber via The Epoch Times (emphasis ours), Two medical groups on Feb. 17 sued the federal government over its probe into the organizations’ recommendations for children with gender dysphoria, or the belief that they are a different gender. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in Washington on Aug. 6, 2024. Madalina Vasiliu/The Epoch Times The American Academy of Pediatrics and the Endocrine Society said in separate lawsuits filed in federal court in the District of Columbia that the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is unconstitutionally targeting the groups over their speech. “Using the threat of investigation or prosecution against an organization in order to silence speech the government does not like is retaliation, prohibited by the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution,” the American Academy of Pediatrics, which says it represents 67,000 pediatricians, said in its lawsuit. “Moreover, issuing an overbroad subpoena as a tool to compel disclosures in such a retaliatory action violates the Fourth Amendment.” The academy said in a 2018 statement, reaffirmed in 2023, that pediatricians could give drugs such as puberty blockers to children who identify as a gender different from their birth sex. FTC officials in a civil demand in January requested details on how the academy came up with the position, as well as each type of pediatric gender dysphoria treatment the academy had advertised or promoted, and whether there were any financial relationships between the organization and companies or doctors that treat gender dysphoria. Officials demanded similar information from the Endocrine Society, a nonprofit that promotes hormone science research and says it has 18,000 members. The society in 2017 said that people who have gender dysphoria or gender incongruence need “a safe and effective hormone regimen that will (1) suppress endogenous sex hormone secretion determined by the person’s genetic/gonadal sex and (2) maintain sex hormone levels within the normal range for the person’s affirmed gender.” FTC officials said in the demand letters that they are investigating whether false or unsubstantiated representations were made concerning the marketing and advertising of treatments for pediatric gender dysphoria. Federal law prohibits people from engaging in deceptive practices affecting commerce and disseminating false advertisements. The probe targets the Endocrine Society over speech that “reflects pure scientific opinion,” the society said in its legal challenge. If allowed to proceed, the investigation would “endanger the ability of organizations to share information and opinion on any issue, be that vaccine safety and efficacy, environmental health risks, emerging infectious diseases, or gender dysphoria,” it added later. The groups want judges to declare that the civil demands violated the First Amendment. Judges should immediately and permanently bar FTC officials from taking action against the groups over their treatment guidelines and any other statements concerning “gender affirming care,” the groups also said. The Epoch Times reached out to the FTC for comment but did not receive a response by the time of publication. Tyler Durden Thu, 02/19/2026 - 17:00
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is moving to require retailers to disclose their use of 'personalized pricing,' warning that failure to reveal the use of personal data for price setting could violate the FTC Act's prohibition on unfair or deceptive practices.
The proposed merger between Covetrus and MWI Animal Health is facing review by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), with advocates arguing it could lower veterinary prices amid competition from Amazon and Chewy.
HIMS stock is under scrutiny as the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has initiated a lawsuit targeting the business practices of Hims & Hers.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) claims telehealth company Hims & Hers charged patients without consent and allegedly shared health data with major tech companies.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is facing criticism for allegedly doubling down on failed antitrust policies, with commentators suggesting the Trump administration's agenda continued the Biden playbook instead of implementing needed changes.
Deere & Company has reached a settlement in its right-to-repair dispute with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has stated that certain safeguards designed to prevent AI bias could potentially conflict with existing consumer protection laws.
Elon Musk has received clearance from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to proceed with his acquisition of Mesh, a firm founded by SpaceX alumni, as part of a broader M&A push.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and four Republican-led states have filed a lawsuit against the World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH), alleging it misled parents and doctors about the safety of youth transgender treatments.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is reportedly clamping down on Amazon over hidden ad pricing practices, which could potentially result in billions of dollars in costs for the retail giant.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has initiated a broad investigation into the sharp increase in fertilizer prices, following numerous complaints from farmers.
Arm Holdings is reportedly under investigation by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) concerning its chip licensing practices, raising antitrust concerns.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reports that victims of fake check fraud typically lose $2,000 and provides advice on how to protect oneself, particularly when selling a car.
Brands are being advised to exercise caution when using "clipping" – viral short-form video clips – for content marketing, as potential questions from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) loom.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has taken enforcement action against Oak Street Bootmakers regarding their 'More Than Made in USA' claims, citing consumer protection violations.
StubHub has agreed to refund $10 million to customers as part of a settlement with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) regarding complaints about hidden fees.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued warnings to payment processors regarding the practice of 'debanking,' urging caution against denying services, a move that follows a Trump Executive Order.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued threats to major companies within the payments industry, indicating potential regulatory action.
CVS has reached a settlement with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) regarding its insulin pricing practices.
An official from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) stated that the agency is monitoring how major pharmaceutical companies are reacting to upcoming patent expirations.
Xponential Fitness has agreed to a $17 million settlement with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) as the company reports further financial losses.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is intensifying its probe into Microsoft, questioning rivals about the company's cloud and AI practices.
Zillow has settled claims with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) that it paid Redfin to cease competing on apartment listings. The settlement resolves allegations of anti-competitive practices.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has put forth a proposal that would require retailers to be transparent about their use of personalized pricing strategies.
Online fashion retailer Shein has disclosed that it is currently under investigation by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The nature of the investigation was not immediately detailed, but it marks a significant regulatory development for the company.
Shares of Hims & Hers fell after reports emerged regarding a potential lawsuit from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
The founders of the cryptocurrency lending platform Celsius have agreed to pay $16.5 million to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). This settlement addresses allegations related to the company's operations.
Deere & Company has settled a lawsuit brought by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and several states concerning restrictions on equipment repair.
The Supreme Court's decision to grant the president power to remove Federal Trade Commission (FTC) commissioners has sparked concerns within the EU regarding the potential risk to European data managed by big tech companies.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and Southern Glazer’s are reportedly moving closer to reaching a settlement in their ongoing price discrimination case.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has filed a lawsuit against a prominent transgender health group. The lawsuit targets the organization that advises on transgender medical treatments, likely over concerns related to data privacy or consumer protection.
Amazon may face significant penalties as the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is reportedly preparing a lawsuit concerning the company's advertising practices.
The housing industry is calling on the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) to provide clear antitrust guidance, seeking clarity on competitive practices.
Real estate technology companies Zillow and Redfin are mandated to face an antitrust lawsuit filed by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
Alex Mashinsky, the founder of Celsius, has been permanently banned from the crypto industry and ordered to pay $10 million as part of a settlement with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has reached a settlement in a case against an anesthesia company.
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is working to restore competition within the digital advertising market. This initiative aims to address concerns about market dominance and ensure a more equitable landscape for advertisers and platforms.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is investigating the debanking practices of prominent payment companies including PayPal, Stripe, Visa, and Mastercard.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued warnings to payment processors, cautioning them against the practice of 'debanking,' which involves denying services to certain businesses.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is sending out $10.9 million in checks to individuals who were victims of a credit repair scheme.
CVS and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) have reportedly reached a proposed settlement concerning an insulin pricing case.
Alcon has decided to abandon its efforts to purchase LENSAR after facing scrutiny from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) regarding the proposed acquisition.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has accused Walmart of illegally withholding tips from its delivery drivers, leading to a legal dispute.