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FTC Proposes Rule on Rental Housing Fee Practices

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued an advance notice of proposed rulemaking regarding unfair or deceptive practices in rental housing fee structures. The FTC is seeking public comment on issues such as undisclosed mandatory fees and misleading advertising of rent prices.

FTC Proposes Rule on Prenotification Negative Option Plans

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued an advance notice of proposed rulemaking seeking public comment on potential amendments to its Negative Option Rule. The FTC aims to address consumer complaints regarding recurring payments for unwanted products and services and difficulties in cancellation. Comments are due by April 13, 2026.

FTC Proposes Rule on Negative Option Plans and Recurring Payments

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has proposed a new rule concerning the use of prenotification negative option plans and recurring payment practices. This proposal aims to provide clearer guidelines and protections for consumers regarding subscription services and automatic renewals.

FTC Proposed Rule on Deceptive Rental Housing Fees

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has proposed a new rule to prohibit unfair or deceptive practices related to rental housing fees. This proposal aims to protect consumers from misleading fee disclosures by landlords and property management companies.

JFTC Issues Cease and Desist Order to MC Data Plus

The Japan Fair Trade Commission (JFTC) has issued a cease and desist order to MC Data Plus, Inc. for alleged violations of the Antimonopoly Act. This action indicates potential anticompetitive practices by the company.

JFTC Reviews Adobe Figma Acquisition and Cautions Logic Inc.

The Japan Fair Trade Commission (JFTC) has closed its review of Adobe Inc.'s proposed acquisition of Figma, Inc., indicating no immediate concerns. Separately, the JFTC issued a caution to Logic Inc. regarding potential violations of the Antimonopoly Act.

JFTC Investigates Microsoft for Antimonopoly Act Violation

The Japan Fair Trade Commission (JFTC) has opened an investigation into Microsoft Corporation for suspected violations of the Antimonopoly Act. The JFTC is seeking information and comments from third parties regarding the alleged anti-competitive practices.