Autorenewals - The Crypto Exchange Podcast
On November 30, Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell (the “AGO”) unveiled a new proposed rule regulating “junk fees” and consumer subscriptions (the “Proposed Rule”). The Proposed Rule in large part mimics, and in...more
Key Takeaways - In its current form, the Negative Option Rule covers only a narrow category of negative option marketing – prenotification negative option plans. The FTC’s proposed Rule seeks to synthesize all of the...more
For years, the Federal Trade Commission has aggressively enforced the Restore Online Shoppers’ Confidence Act against digital marketers that offer Internet-based automatic renewals and subscriptions. In short, ROSCA requires...more
What's this about? Auto-renewing arrangements are more and more ubiquitous, from TV channel subscriptions to meal-kit delivery plans - and the regulators are interested. Late last year, the FTC and California took actions...more
Earlier this month, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced a $10 million settlement with the online learning company ABCmouse for allegedly violating the FTC Act as well as the Restore Online Shoppers’ Confidence Act...more
The FTC alleged that UrthBox did not disclose that some consumers received compensation, including free snack boxes, to post positive reviews. In addition, UrthBox offered “free” trial boxes during this time that resulted...more
In an increasing trend, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) joined other federal regulators seeking to hold individuals – not just companies – liable in enforcement proceedings. The most recent target was San Francisco-based...more