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The hidden cost of convenience: How your data pulls in hundreds of billions of dollars for app and social media companies

You wake up in the morning and, first thing, you open your weather app. You close that pesky ad that opens first and check the forecast. You like your weather app, which shows hourly weather forecasts for your location. And the app is free!

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Last Call for Fortnite Refunds: Parents Can Still File a Claim

The FTC is sending out $126 million in refunds to families whose kids were charged for unwanted items in Fortnite — and there’s still time to file a claim.

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FTC Refund for Fortnite Players Reaches $200M: Here's How Much is Remaining From the Settlement

The total refunds issued by FTC as part of Fortnite settlement is now $200 million! Can you still get yours?

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The FTC is giving $126 million-worth of Fortnite refunds to players, and there's still time to submit a claim for one

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More refunds are being sent to Fortnite players 'tricked' into unwanted purchases. How you can apply

The Federal Trade Commission is issuing more refunds to Fortnite players who it says were charged for unwanted purchases

The Independent UK

FTC Issues Nearly $126M in Refunds to Fortnite Players Over Deceptive Charges

The FTC is sending nearly $126 million in refunds to Fortnite players charged for unwanted in-game purchases and has reopened claims until July 9.

International Business Times

FTC to give $126 million back to Fortnite players who were charged for unwanted items — 950,000 payments refunded, and the deadline to claim your cash was just extended

The FTC has begun its second round of refunds for players affected by Fortnite's dark patterns that led to unwanted in-game purchases.

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How to Claim a Fortnite Refund: Players Tricked Into Buying In-Game Items May Be Owed Part of $126m Payout

Fortnite players duped into unwanted purchases can claim part of a $126 million refund. The FTC is reopening claims until 9 July 2025 for those who missed the first round.

International Business Times UK

FTC issues $126 million in Fortnite refunds, gives eligible players an extra 2 weeks to apply for their money back

If you missed out on the original filing deadline, you've got a second chance.

PC Gamer

Advertising Companies Cave to the FTC. Media Matters Sues To Defend the First Amendment.

Omnicom Group and the Interpublic Group of Companies accepted the Federal Trade Commission's anti-boycott proviso to complete their merger. Instead of capitulating to the commission, Media Matters is suing.

Reason

Can A Wife Be Charged With Stealing Money From Her Husband’s Bank Account?

Finding out that your wife may have withdrawn money from your bank account can be shocking, and you might wonder, “Is this stealing money?” Whether it’s a joint account or a personal one, understanding legal boundaries and your rights matters. So, can a wife get away with stealing money from…

Clever Dude

Don't Miss These Four Tax Breaks for Americans Living Abroad in 2025

U.S. expats can reduce their tax burden by taking advantage of a handful of tax credits and deductions.

Kiplinger

The FTC Risks Chilling Speech With Its Advertising Boycott Investigation

The FTC’s investigation into advocacy groups like Media Matters and advertisers is an indefensible assault on the First Amendment.

Reason

9 Well-Known Tricks Used by Car Dealerships to Get More Money

Walking into a dealership with excitement about your next car can quickly turn stressful when sneaky car dealership tricks start rolling out. These tactics—from bait-and-switch bait to surprise fees and confusing financing—can cost you thousands and leave you second-guessing your purchase. But knowledge is power: understanding the game helps you…

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Democratic FTC Commissioner Quits—But That Doesn't Mean He's Dropping His Lawsuit

Trump fired Federal Trade Commissioner Alvaro Bedoya in March. Yesterday he gave up his claim to the job, but he's still challenging the White House's right to dismiss him.

Reason

FTC Pivots From Competition to Children

The result is the same: attacks on tech companies and attempts to violate Americans' rights.

The Independent UK

Takeaways from AP's report on the business interests of Trump's surgeon general pick

President Donald Trump’s pick to be the next U.S. surgeon general has repeatedly said the nation’s medical and food systems are corrupted by special interests and people out to make a profit at the expense of Americans’ health

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More Government Intervention Won't Make Concert Tickets Cheaper

There's only one way to eliminate the scalping market: Charge more for tickets.

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5 Ways To Report A Bad Business Outside Of The BBB

For years, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) has been the go-to for consumers looking to hold companies accountable. But in today’s digital age, relying solely...

TechRadar

FTC tells GoDaddy to shape up and secure its hosting services following 2018 attacks

In the last seven years, GoDaddy has suffered multiple attacks, some of which were rather destructive.

Reason

Baude on Trump v. Wilcox: "Predictable and Reasonable"

A defense of the Supreme Court's decision to let President Trump remove members of the NLRB and MSPB.

Reason

The Executive Power Case That Unites Donald Trump and Franklin Roosevelt

Trump’s firing of a federal agency head may soon spell doom for a New Deal era precedent that limited presidential power.

The Independent UK

Elon Musk’s vendetta against Media Matters morphs into Trump administration investigation

‘It’s clear that’s exactly what’s happening here, given Media Matters’ history of holding those same figures to account,’ Media Matters president Angelo Carusone said in reaction to the probe

PC Gamer

FTC drops 2-year case against Microsoft's $68.7 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard

Though the acquisition went ahead in 2023, the FTC has continued to appeal until now.

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