Daily Tech Headlines FTC sues Uber Over Deceptive Billing and Cancellation Practices - DTH
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Apr 21, 2025 The FTC is taking Uber to court over questionable billing and cancellation practices. In exciting tech news, Riot Games is set to launch Valorant Mobile soon. Lego is investing big with a new $1 billion factory in Vietnam, focusing on sustainability. Meanwhile, Google addresses vulnerabilities in its email security, while Airbnb enhances pricing transparency. Amazon is also reshaping its TV hardware strategy away from Android. Join the discussion on these pressing industry developments!
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Google OAuth Phishing Exploit
- Attackers exploited Google OAuth apps to send fake emails passing DKIM checks, tricking users into phishing attacks.
- Google initially said the system worked as intended but is now working on a fix.
Airbnb's Pricing Transparency Update
- Airbnb now shows full stay costs upfront before taxes in search results to increase pricing transparency.
- It also offers hosts tools to compare prices across locations for better pricing decisions.
Chinese E-commerce Rise via TikTok
- Chinese e-commerce apps DHgate and Taobao surged in US free iPhone app rankings due to TikTok videos revealing luxury goods often made in China.
- These videos exposed the supply chain and markup practices of luxury brands.