Gaming News
Comments from Former FTC Chair on Xbox Game Pass Price Increase
The former chair of the FTC discusses the implications of the recent Xbox Game Pass price hike and its relation to industry consolidation.
Gaming Industry
FTC Reaches Landmark Settlement with Amazon for $2.5 Billion Over Deceptive Practices
The FTC has finalized a monumental settlement with Amazon, resolving allegations of deceptive subscription practices affecting millions of consumers.
News
'Microsoft is akin to an arsonist profiting from selling firefighting services,' asserts US senator directing FTC to probe cybersecurity gaps, while Microsoft insists it has solutions
US Senator Ron Wyden brings attention to potential cybersecurity negligence at Microsoft, believing its outdated encryption practices are vulnerable to ransomware attacks.
AI
FTC Initiates Investigation into AI Chatbot Safety Targeting Major Companies
The Federal Trade Commission examines the safety measures of AI chatbot creators, highlighting the protection of children online as a primary concern.
Gaming
FTC Completes Second Round of Refunds for Fortnite Players
The FTC has initiated a new wave of refunds for Fortnite users following a multimillion-dollar settlement with Epic Games for deceptive purchasing practices.
Gaming
FTC Grants $126 Million in Fortnite Refunds, Extending Deadline for Claims
Eligible Fortnite players are now able to claim refunds for unintended purchases as the FTC launches a new wave of payouts.
Gaming Industry
FTC Concludes Case Against Microsoft's Huge Purchase of Activision Blizzard
The long-standing legal struggle has come to an end as the FTC withdraws its case against Microsoft’s acquisition.
Gaming Industry
FTC Postpones Implementation of 'Click to Cancel' Regulation To Impose Stricter Subscription Cancellation Rules
The FTC has chosen to delay enforcing the 'Negative Option Rule,' which aims to simplify subscription cancellations and tackle companies' deceptive practices.
Gaming Industry
FTC's Attempt to Block Microsoft's Activision Blizzard Deal Fails
The Federal Trade Commission's efforts to impede Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard have collapsed, following a court ruling.
Games
FTC Fines Genshin Impact Publisher $20 Million Over Misleading Loot Box Practices
The FTC has imposed a $20 million fine on Genshin Impact's publisher, Cognosphere, for deceptive practices involving loot boxes.
Hardware
$1 Million in Refunds Coming for Razer's Misleading Zephyr Mask
Razer agrees to refund customers misled by claims around its Zephyr mask, amidst legal scrutiny and customer dissatisfaction.
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