ftc

FTC is the abbreviated name assigned to the Federal Trade Commission, the federal government agency charged with making sure all is fair in love and trade as relates to the American consumer. The agency was established in 1914 by the Federal Trade Commission Act to promote consumer protection and combat anti-competitive practices, such as monopolies.

More recently, the FTC has represented three letters striking fear into the hearts of bloggers everywhere, as the agency has begun to take steps towards regulating the wild, wild west world of the blogosphere.

Specifically, as of December 2009, the FTC will begin requiring full disclosure of any payments made to bloggers in exchange for product endorsements.

Such payments would include not only monetary compensation, but also products bloggers often receive for review purposes — which in theory could mean anything from cars, trips, and the like, to the CDs, DVDs, and books thousands of bloggers routinely write about at sites such as Blogcritics Magazine.

As could be expected, bloggers have a lot to say about the FTC — and you'll find them talking about it at sites like Google Blog and Huffington Post.

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Original Technorati articles tagged “ftc”

• in Technology
  Microsoft's Pot Calls Out Google's Kettle
  Google's FTC pat on the wrist angers Microsoft
  by jwalk6 / on Jan 8, 2013
• in Business
  FTC Investigation into Google Dropped
  The FTC have dropped their investigation into Google, with a relatively small number of voluntary concessions made by Google.
  by cmimanagers / on Jan 4, 2013
• in Business
  Robert Bork Claims Google Not Like Microsoft
  Former Federal Court judge Robert Bork denies that Google is behaving anti-competitively
  by cmimanagers / on Oct 7, 2012

Latest blogosphere posts tagged “ftc”

 

• Bipartisan Privacy Caucus Asks Important Privacy Questions About Google Glass

  
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  Eight members of Congress have sent a letter to Google CEO Larry Page asking tough and necessary questions about the Internet giant’s new wearable computing device, Google Glass. The letter from members of the Bipartisan Privacy Caucus , whose Co-chair is conservative Joe Barton, (R-TX), says, “As members ...
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• Fair Credit Reporting Act: What You Should Know About It?

  
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  The Federal Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) is designated to promote accuracy, fairness, and privacy of information in the files of every "consumer reporting agency" (CRA) or Credit Bureau. Learn what the law says and repair your credit today! Most CRA are credit bureaus that gather and sell information about you, ...
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• Fighting Fraud and Staying Safe From Scams

  
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  Image Credit: Ivan PW (click image for more) The Federal Trade Commission received over 1.8 million consumer complaints in 2011. More than half of these were for various types of fraud. Despite improved consumer education and tighter controls, criminals continue to come up with new ways to separate unwitting ...
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• FTC Eyes Data Brokers, And That Could Raise Retailers’ CRM Costs

  
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  Data brokers are now in the sights of the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC), and that could affect some retailers customer-information systems. The FTC sent out letters last week warning that some brokers might be violating federal law by collecting and selling information on individuals, even if the information is ...
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• Pop by PopShop Market for food, brews, local goods, and more!

  
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  You might have heard of pop up restaurants, springing up in empty spots or abandoned places.  Here one week, gone another.  You know…that’s so 2012.  PopShop Market, though, is taking things into 2013 with their pop up market.  For each pop up event they’ll have 50 or more vendors, a mini farmers’ market, ...
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• Detailed Photos: FTC x Nike SB Dunk Low Pro “Finally”

  
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  Here are some detailed images of the Nike SB Dunk Low created by San Francisco based FTC to mark the 20th anniversary of their Finally skate video. The kicks feature a premium suede and leather build with some nice interaction between the shades of blue, red and creamy white. Topping off the design are graphics [...] ...
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• Federal Trade Commission Warns Data Brokers about Possible Fair Credit Reporting Act Violations

  
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  The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has sent letters to ten data broker companies to warn them that their practices could violate the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The letters were issued as part of a global privacy protection effort after a test-shopping operation by the FTC indicated the ten companies were ...
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• FTC: Managing Energy Cost

  
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  It is estimated that the cost of electricity has doubled in Barbados since 2008. Barbadians however continue to be protected by the Fuel Clause Adjustment government subsidy. This notwithstanding, we are curious about the process of sourcing Bunker C to … Continue reading →
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• New report showing increased sexual assault in military highlights need for action, says Klobuchar

  
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  NEWS RELEASE — Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar today (Tuesday, May 7) said that a new report issued by the Department of Defense (DOD) revealing a significant increase in the number of instances of sexual assault in the military underscores the need to take swift action to prevent this crime. ...
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• FTC Sends Clear Message Re Mobile Phone Cramming

  
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  Late last month, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) filedits first complaint in the area of mobile phone “cramming.”  The case, filed against Wise Media, LLC,Brian M. Buckley, and Winston J. Deloney alleges that defendants made tons ofmoney “cramming” unauthorized charges on consumers’ cell phone bills.  ...
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• FTC x Nike SB Dunk Low “Finally” Another Look

  
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  After a quick view of the FTC x Nike SB Dunk Low “Finally” a few weeks back, we get a detailed look at all the intricacies that make this shoe special. Navy suede overlays light blue and textured leather on the upper. A red Swoosh and outsole, and white on the tongue and midsole, bring this honorary shoe to a ...
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• Some Data Brokers Are Willing Sell Information Illegally, FTC Warns

  
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  The Federal Trade Commission has warned ten data broker companies that their practices may violate the Fair Credit Reporting Act after a secret-shopping operation revealed that the companies were willing to sell consumer data without verifying consumer identities as required by law. The letters were warnings; they ...
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• FTC x Nike SB Dunk Low “Finally” – Detailed Images

  
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  In the twenty years since his artwork graced the cover of  legendary skate tape ‘Finally’  by NorCal skateshop FTC, Teren Jones changed the spelling of his stage name, posed as a cartoon gorilla and fought evil corporate robots in the future.  So much has changed that many Sneaker News readers have never used a ...
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• German court rules Apple sharing customer data violates privacy laws

  
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  From Apple’s Privacy Policy Bloomberg reports that the Berlin Regional Court in Germany has told Apple to change its policies for managing customer’s data on its website after ruling that Apple’s terms for data use go against German laws. According to a statement posted by a German consumer group ...
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• Got a Couple of COPPA Questions? FTC Issues Updated FAQs on Amended Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act

  
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  The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently issued arevised set of frequently asked questions (FAQs) explaining certain aspectsof the newly amended rule implementing the Children’s OnlinePrivacy Protection Act (COPPA) that are schedule to take effect on July 1,2013.  The new FAQs, ComplyingWith COPPA: Frequently ...
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• Q&A: How can I get a creditor to stop harassing me? What are my rights?

  
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    ”Debt collectors are harassing me, I know I have rights, I am just not sure what they are… How do I get a debt collector to stop contacting me and how do I know if what they are doing is legal?” Yes, you can stop a debt collector from contacting you.  If the calls keep coming and you can’t ...
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• FTC x Nike SB Dunk Low Pro “Finally”

  
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  The Nike SB Dunk Low Pro “Finally” is starting to release and has just hit Paris based skate shop Starcow. The kicks are the creation of FTC and Del the Funky Homosapien to mark the 20th anniversary of the "Finally" skate video. The post FTC x Nike SB Dunk Low Pro “Finally” appeared first on EU Kicks: ...
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• FTC Settles with Security Credit Services and Jacob Law Group

  
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  The Federal Trade Commission announced that it had reached a settlement with Security Credit Services and Jacob Law Group over allegations that they violated the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and the FTC Act. Security Credit Services, a debt buyer, and Jacob Law Group, a debt collection law firm, agreed to pay ...
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• FTC Approves Final Order Settling Charges against Criminal Background Check Report Marketers

  
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  The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has approved a final order settling charges that Filiquarian Publishing LLC, Choice Level LLC, and their CEO operated as a consumer reporting agency (CRA) that provided criminal background check reports to be used for employment decisions without taking consumer protection ...
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• Dealing with Identity Theft

  
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  Often one of the first hints that your identity has been stolen is getting turned down for credit or getting debt collection calls from creditors. If you’ve been the victim of identity theft, a guide from Federal Trade Commission will help you on the long path to repairing the damage. The report can be found here: ...
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