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TWiT 1031: My 3 Friends - The FTC Gets Busy

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Navigating Hidden Fees and Consumer Rights

This chapter explores the FTC's new regulations aimed at banning hidden fees in live events and short-term rentals, with a focus on their implications for companies like Ticketmaster and Airbnb. The discussion also addresses the challenges consumers face with subscription cancellations and unfair dining fees in restaurants, highlighting a need for greater transparency and uniformity in pricing. Additionally, it touches on the complexities of bankruptcy cases and the protection of sensitive genetic data amid growing concerns over data sales.

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