Stories Tagged as
FTC
Why the Do Not Call list won't save you from robocalls
by
Kai Ryssdal
and Sean McHenry
Jan 24, 2018
It was a great idea when it started. Now, it's become a bit of a joke.
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Here’s what to do if your identity is stolen
Sep 15, 2017
Fraud alerts, credit reports, freezes — the Federal Trade Commission has an action plan.
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Dealing with identity theft can cost you — but should it?
by
Kai Ryssdal
and Sean McHenry
Aug 11, 2017
We often talk about cyber security as a way to prevent other people from accessing your personal information, but what can you do if the worst actually happens? That’s what David Lazarus had to find out after someone used his social security number. Lazarus, who writes the Consumer Confidential column for the LA Times (and […]
FTC fights against new strategy for delaying generics
Apr 1, 2016
FTC files case against drug maker for deals cut with two generic firms that extend its monopoly
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The FTC is dealing with more high tech issues
by
Kai Ryssdal
Mar 7, 2016
Kai talks to the FTC’s Chairwoman Edith Ramirez
West Virginia hospital deal in national spotlight
Mar 4, 2016
State lawmakers are trying to preempt a federal challenge to a merger.
Your credit score might be costing more than you think
Nov 13, 2015
Sprint recently settled for almost $3 million related to "risk-based pricing"
For public good, not for profit.
Funeral home fraud rose in 2014, FTC probe finds
May 25, 2015
Rules prevent sale of unneeded items. Directors association says its complicated.
Making credit more accessible — and less exclusive
by
Eliza Mills
May 21, 2015
Changing FICO criteria may benefit renters and those with medical debt.
FTC changes its procedures for challenging mergers
Mar 16, 2015
The move will mean few merger proposals are caught in the FTC's internal court.