Transparency and Hidden Fees

The chapter discusses the US government's efforts to make companies more transparent about hidden fees in transactions, focusing on the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and their actions against junk fees. It covers potential areas where these fees occur, such as ticket brokers, vacation rentals, and car rentals. The chapter also explains transparency rules for car rental companies and internet service providers, and concludes with stories about eBay potentially facing a two billion dollar fine and Google stopping a major DDoS attack.