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Polymarket's Alleged Fake Trades Don't Justify a Crackdown on Prediction Markets

A Wall Street Journal investigation uncovered $1.9 million in fake bets to market the platform. Punishing the prediction market industry isn't the answer.

Reason

Amazon’s Pullback Deepens as a New FTC Risk Hits the Stock

Amazon's FTC troubles are a near-term headwind and the timing is far from ideal, but the long-term bull case hasn't changed.

MarketBeat

Polymarket allegedly faked trades. Chances are slim Trump admin investigates, says sports-betting attorney

A recent Wall Street Journal investigation found that the prediction market allegedly hired influencers to stage fake trades as part of its marketing campaign to attract U.S. users.

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FTC Says Government-Imposter Scams Up 40% and Cost Victims $3.5 Billion — Spot the Red Flags Before You Pay

Have you ever received a text or unexpected message from a government agency (like the IRS)? Well, join the club. A growing number of Americans...

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7 Fake “Local” Home Repair Listings Homeowners Should Check Before Booking a Technician

Home repairs rarely happen at a convenient time. A leaking pipe, broken garage door, faulty air conditioner, or electrical issue can send homeowners rushing online in search of help. Unfortunately, scammers know this, and some have become surprisingly sophisticated at making fake businesses appear local and trustworthy.

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6 Hotel Fee Lines to Check Before Booking a Summer Trip

Summer travel season brings sunshine, road trips, beach escapes, and one very unwelcome travel companion: surprise hotel fees. A room that looks like a bargain on a booking site can suddenly cost much more once extra charges appear during checkout. Those last-minute additions often turn a carefully planned vacation budget…

Everybody Loves Your Money

8 Used Car Warranty Questions to Ask Before Paying for Repairs

Used car repairs can turn into expensive surprises fast, especially when warranty coverage feels unclear or confusing. Many drivers assume a warranty automatically covers every issue, but that assumption often leads to unexpected bills at the repair shop. The Federal Trade Commission warns that warranties and service contracts come with…

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9 Red Flags in Fake CAPTCHA Scams That Can Fool Careful Internet Users

A simple “I’m not a robot” check used to feel like one of the safest parts of browsing the internet. Now, scammers have found a way to turn that familiar security step into a dangerous trap. According to a recent alert from the FTC, criminals increasingly use fake CAPTCHA screens…

Clever Dude

Experts warns AI toy apps for kids are tracking users and collecting personal data

In a recent study by Cybernews, applications tied to 10 different toys each requested permissions and privileges categorized as 'dangerous'.

TechRadar

Federal Trade Commission sues leading transgender health group

The Federal Trade Commission and four states are suing the World Professional Association for Transgender Health

The Independent UK

Amazon may face penalties from potential FTC ad suit, Bloomberg News reports

The FTC has a possible complaint against Amazon ‌as part ⁠of ⁠an ongoing probe, Bloomberg reported, citing people familiar with the matter. Several state attorneys general are also participating.

The Economic Times

The Drug Pricing Machine and Why Patients Keep Paying More

Roughly a third of American adults report difficulty paying for prescription drugs, and many are forced to skip doses, delay refills, or abandon treatment altogether.

International Business Times

Trump, Scalia, and the Unitary Executive

How a four-decade-old dissent may now help the president fire independent federal agency heads at will

Reason

The ‘right to repair’ movement has a point, but consumers should read the warranty fine print first

The “right to repair” movement is gaining steam as consumers push corporations to offer them more freedom to fix products – from cars to dishwashers to toys.

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International Business Times UK

Engineers Tore Apart the $499 Trump Phone and Found a Two-Year-Old Chinese-Parts Device That Retails for Under $200 at Walmart

A teardown of the Trump Mobile T1 reveals it as a rebranded HTC U24 Pro, challenging its 'Made in USA' claims and sparking consumer protection concerns.

International Business Times UK

The Death of Anonymous Browsing? Trump's AI Deal Could Force Millions to Prove Their Identity Just to Browse Online

A White House-backed plan may require Americans to verify their age online, potentially ending anonymous browsing. Critics argue it could expand government control and alter internet freedom.

International Business Times UK

New CAPTCHA Scam Can Steal Banking Passwords — Here's the FTC Warning You Shouldn't Ignore

The FTC warns of a phishing scam using fake CAPTCHA pages to install malware, risking personal data theft. Be cautious of CAPTCHA requests involving keyboard commands.

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Denver woman bought a ‘linen’ shirt from Fashion Nova. Then she checked the inside label: ‘that is illegal though’

The shirt could be grounds for a lawsuit.

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New York Just Banned Shops From Charging You More Based on Your Browsing History and Personal Data

New York's legislature has passed the One Fair Price Act, banning businesses from using personal data for personalised pricing. The bill awaits the governor's signature to become law.

International Business Times UK

Amazon, Apple and Meta Donated Millions to Trump's Ballroom Before Their Federal Investigations Were Quietly Dropped

A Public Citizen report says donors to Trump's White House ballroom project received billions in federal contracts, raising conflict-of-interest concerns.

Motor1

These 97 Car Dealers Were Warned About 'Deceptive' Pricing By The FTC

The list includes some of the largest dealers in the country.

The Guardian - US

Mamdani’s consumer watchdog takes on ‘epidemic of corporate lawbreaking’

New York City’s new commissioner of consumer and worker protection is launching an “aggressive” campaign to fight junk fees and deceptive practices

Fortune

Union Pacific CEO responds to Trump idea for U.S. stake in $71.5 billion railroad mega merger: ‘We do not need anybody’s help to do this’

Union Pacific's CEO Jim Vena said he's not had any direct conversations with Trump about the government acquiring a 15% stake in the pending UP-Norfolk Southern merger.

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Best American-Made Sofa Brands of 2026: A Buyer's Guide to Furniture Built in the USA

Here's a frustrating little secret of sofa shopping: "American-made" doesn’t always mean what you might think it does at first.

The Guardian - US

Colorado governor vetoes block on surveillance pricing as other states push for bans

Consumer advocates decry Democrat Jared Polis for ‘choosing to side with dominant corporations’ over workers

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