[Tree] Regulation of subscription services in the U.S.

Version 0.22 (2024-11-01 13:43:12.392000)

updates: FTC's click-to-cancel rule effective April 2025.

Version 0.21 (2024-10-18 02:43:43.720000)

updates: FTC finalizes 'click-to-cancel' rule for subscriptions

Version 0.2 (2024-10-17 00:04:36.522000)

updates: FTC finalizes click-to-cancel rule for subscriptions

Version 0.19 (2024-07-03 05:59:46.684000)

updates: FTC takes action against Arise Virtual Solutions for misleading gig workers

Version 0.18 (2024-06-18 10:53:40.413000)

updates: FTC cracks down on Adobe, Apple shuts down pay later service, A.I. usage failure

Version 0.17 (2024-06-18 03:53:41.372000)

updates: Added information about the US government's lawsuit against Adobe over concealed termination fees

Version 0.16 (2024-06-10 10:53:10.458000)

updates: Integration of information about the growth of digital subscriptions, the evolving subscription model, and the use of technology in the subscription economy

Version 0.15 (2024-04-11 00:24:16.844000)

updates: Addition of information about a new Utah law on auto-renewal subscriptions

Version 0.14 (2024-02-15 17:20:37.296000)

updates: Online advertisers oppose FTC's proposed click to cancel rule amendments

Version 0.13 (2023-12-28 15:42:51.898000)

updates: The FCC has adopted new rules to control internet services, which critics argue will increase consumer costs, slow investment in new technologies, and lead to government intrusion and censorship. The rules empower the FCC to prosecute internet service providers for alleged discrimination based on race, ethnicity, and other protected classes, as well as income. Critics argue that the rules will raise costs, slow service, and potentially expand government interference in the economy. [eca5a819]

Version 0.12 (2023-12-13 18:55:06.499000)

updates: Incorporated information about the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's campaign against 'junk fees' and the proposed rule by the Federal Trade Commission to disclose all mandatory fees upfront

Version 0.11 (2023-12-07 20:00:16.689000)

updates: Incorporated information about the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's campaign against 'junk fees' and the proposed rule by the Federal Trade Commission to disclose all mandatory fees upfront

Version 0.1 (2023-12-03 13:49:19.158000)

updates: Added information about difficulties in canceling subscriptions and the FTC's proposed rule to address the issue

Version 0.09 (2023-11-25 19:33:40.503000)

updates: Integration of information about hidden 'junk fees'

Version 0.08 (2023-11-23 22:06:26.754000)

updates: Proposal supported by President Biden; opposition from Republican FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr

Version 0.07 (2023-11-22 17:06:27.477000)

updates: Proposal discussed at FCC's December 13 open meeting

Version 0.06 (2023-11-22 15:04:19.578000)

updates: FCC proposes ban on early termination fees for cable and satellite service contracts; President Biden proposes ban on cable cord-cutting fees

Version 0.05 (2023-11-22 10:11:20.436000)

updates: FCC proposes ban on early termination fees for cable and satellite service contracts

Version 0.04 (2023-11-21 22:57:41.783000)

updates: Add information about Biden's proposal to ban cable cord cutting fees

Version 0.03 (2023-11-16 10:49:02.304000)

updates: Adoption of new rules to address digital discrimination

Version 0.02 (2023-11-15 17:49:08.032000)

updates: FCC adopts new rules to address digital discrimination

Version 0.01 (2023-11-13 16:19:08.911000)

updates: Restructured and enhanced content, clarified opposing viewpoints

Version 0.0 (2023-11-07 19:30:31.675000)

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