FTC and States Crack Down on Subscription Scams

The FTC is still cracking down on sneaky subscription scams—even without its old “Click to Cancel” rule—by wielding the Restore Online Shoppers’ Confidence Act, which demands upfront pricing, clear cancellation paths, and no data sharing without consent. States like Maryland, Connecticut, and New York are joining the fight with their own automatic renewal laws, forcing companies to make opt-outs easy. Big names like Uber and Chegg are already on the hook, and Shutterstock paid $35 million after violating these rules. If you’re stuck in a subscription trap, don’t stay silent—file a complaint with your state AG or the FTC, check your credit card for fraud protection, and always read the fine print before you sign up. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/078f959493cf1aa6