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New York is one of a growing number of states that are introducing and passing legislation aimed at regulating or prohibiting algorithmic pricing practices, reflecting increased concern over the transparency of artificial...more
Maryland recently passed the Protection from Predatory Pricing Act, becoming the first state to ban “surveillance pricing,” or the use of personal data to set consumer-specific prices, in the food sector. ...more
Join Kelley Drye for a three-part webinar series focused on the growing scrutiny around pricing practices and the intersection of consumer protection and privacy. As regulators increasingly examine how companies use consumer...more
Connecticut’s AI bill passed the legislature, Maryland’s pricing bill was signed into law, Colorado’s AI Act replacement bill was introduced, and chatbot bills advanced in several states. Below is the sixteenth update on the...more
On February 17, 2026, the Fostering Affordability and Integrity Through Reasonable Business Practices Act (FAIR Act) became law by amending New York’s consumer protection statute, Sections 348 and 349 of New York’s General...more
Federal and state governments are escalating scrutiny of "surveillance pricing" and artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled pricing practices, particularly where pricing relies on consumer data, opaque algorithms or insufficient...more
This April, State Attorneys General, their staff, and members of the public gathered to discuss a variety of topics at the National Association of Attorneys General (NAAG) Annual Conference....more
The U.S. Department of Justice’s recent proposed settlement with a revenue management software provider provides a guide for companies reassessing their antitrust risk associated with using algorithmic pricing vendors....more
A £1.6 billion opt-out claim against Rightmove highlights the escalating litigation risks and exposure that digital platforms face regarding their pricing strategies in the United Kingdom....more
The pace of enforcement action in the UK’s revamped consumer regime is picking up. On 15 April 2026, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) announced that it had concluded the first of a number of investigations into...more
Today’s businesses are navigating a rapidly shifting trade environment, where tariffs, regulatory changes, and global supply chain disruptions can directly impact cost structures, pricing strategies, and operational...more
In an Election Year, Affordability Takes Center Stage - As the midterm elections draw near, “kitchen table” issues, like affordability, will dominate the congressional investigations landscape for both parties. The...more
Key Takeaways - The Washington Supreme Court recently ruled against a plaintiff’s claims that the originally listed price of an on-sale article of clothing was deceptive and constituted a “false discounting scheme.”...more
Legislatures in Nebraska (chatbot bill), Maryland (pricing), and Maine (health) passed AI bills last week. ...more
To date, many competition authorities around the world have conducted market studies and produced guidance and research papers addressing the risks of algorithmic- or AI-based pricing....more
For years, law firms have debated whether the billable hour would change. That question is no longer theoretical; it is happening. In this episode, Gina Rubel and Jennifer Simpson Carr explore how client expectations,...more
On March 12, Venable’s Advertising and Marketing Group hosted its 12th Advertising Law Symposium in Washington, DC, bringing together in-house counsel, marketing executives, and industry professionals to examine the legal and...more
Artificial intelligence (AI) and algorithmic pricing tools are transforming competition law enforcement at an unprecedented pace. ...more
Last week, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced it is sending warning letters to 97 auto dealership groups nationwide, reminding them that the price they advertise to consumers must reflect the total price consumers...more
Businesses are increasingly using artificial intelligence (AI) and algorithmic tools to set and adjust prices for consumers. These models often rely on personal data—such as location, browsing history, and demographic...more
Across key jurisdictions, the “gatekeeping” phase in collective redress—whether certification or collective authorization—continues to define who gets into court and on what terms, with materially different thresholds shaping...more
Overall, the level of fines imposed for vertical and other non-cartel conduct violations decreased six-fold in 2025, with the number of infringement decisions halved. This decline followed a standout year of elevated...more
Global cartel fines totaled USD3.3 billion in 2025. This was a significant increase on 2024 (USD602.5 million) and 2023 (USD1.9bn) and represented the highest annual total since 2021 (USD4.0bn). ...more
Good Sunday afternoon (for some of us, a dreaded “spring forward” afternoon) from Seattle . . . Our weekly Online Travel Update for the week ending Friday, March 6, 2026, is below. This past week began with news out of the UK...more
The Usual Suspects: Purity, Protein, and Performance - If 2026 feels familiar, that's because it largely is. Investigations and filings in the food, beverage, and dietary supplement space continue to target long-running...more