FTC accuses data broker of selling sensitive location data
Information that could be used to track people at reproductive health clinics is being sold, the agency says.
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Feds consider cracking down on tech firms' data collection
Fitness trackers, "smart" appliances and viral videos all have the potential to compromise your privacy, FTC says.
Oklahoma passes tough new abortion bill
Following in Texas’ footsteps, Oklahoma lawmakers have approved legislation that bans abortions after roughly six weeks of pregnancy. Congress is moving toward empowering the Federal Trade Commission to crack down more on oil and gas companies. And James Corden announced he’s leaving "The Late Late Show" in the spring of 2023.
Potential regulations on social media?
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg appeared before Congress Wednesday for a second day of congressional testimony. But it's unclear where Congress stands on regulating Facebook and other social media companies. David Caroll from Parsons School of Design, Ian Sherr from CNET News and Kevin Cirilli from Bloomberg TV join CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss what lawmakers and the public learned from Zuckerberg's second day on Capitol Hill.
FTC refiles complaint against Facebook
The federal government has refiled a suit against Facebook, claiming the company is responsible for illegal monopoly activity. CBS News MoneyWatch reporter Irina Ivanova joins Elaine Quijano on CBSN's "Red & Blue" to explain.
FTC is eyeing apps that harm kids' privacy, chair says
Around the country, parents' concern has deepened over the impact of social media on kids.
FTC to probe largest prescription benefit managers
Feds examining PBMs to determine what pharmacies are paid and how they choose where patients fill their prescriptions.
Should gun makers be held responsible for advertising?
The family of one of the victims of the mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas, is demanding information from gun manufacturer, Daniel Defense, on its marketing techniques. Mary Engle, executive vice president of policy for BBB National Programs, joins CBS News' Elaine Quijano to discuss this issue.
Elon Musk says Twitter deal "on hold"
Elon Musk says his $44 billion takeover bid for Twitter is "on hold" as he seeks more information on the platform's spam accounts. CBS News tech reporter Dan Patterson has more on that, plus how Musk is also reportedly facing a SEC investigation for late disclosure after buying a substantial stake in the company.
Gas prices and GDP raise concerns
Gas prices are once again rising, with the national average now around $4.14 per gallon. Democrats are proposing new legislation to give the Federal Trade Commission increased authority to crack down on price gouging. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joins "CBS News Mornings" to discuss.
Feds sue TurboTax maker, alleging it lies about "free" filing
Federal regulators allege the popular tax prep tool isn't really free, as software maker claims in its ads.
FTC surveys Amazon, Walmart and 7 others in supply chain probe
Companies like Kraft Heinz have 45 days to submit documents related to pricing and profit margins, the FTC says.
Biden wants FTC to investigate gas prices
The cost of gasoline is up nearly 50% from a year ago, the latest Consumer Price Index showed.
Dad of journalist killed during live TV report takes on Facebook
Andy Parker says the company is violating its own terms of service in hosting videos on Facebook and its sibling service Instagram that glorify violence.
Investigating McDonald's McFlurry machines
The FTC is investigating McDonald's ice cream machines. Customers have joked for years about the McFlurry machines that seem to always be broken, and some workers and store managers say the machines are overly complicated and difficult to fix. Wall Street Journal restaurant reporter Heather Haddon, who first reported on the FTC investigation, joins Christina Ruffini on CBSN with details.
Feds double down in Facebook monopoly case
The Federal Trade Commission is doubling down on accusations the social media giant illegally squashes tech rivals.
Biden order could make it easier to quit
President Biden's latest executive order promoting competition in the U.S. economy could make it easier for Americans to quit their jobs. Mr. Biden is proposing the Federal Trade Commission curtail the use of noncompete agreements, which are contracts that often restrict lower-paid employees from taking another job within their industry. CBS MoneyWatch reporter Irina Ivanova joined CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss.
FTC votes to defend "right to repair" with "new vigor"
Allowing consumers to make repairs themselves keeps electronics "off the scrap heap," says PIRG campaign director.
Feds crack down on brothers behind 45 million illegal robocalls
Unlawful telemarketing campaign included millions of calls to those on FTC's Do Not Call Registry, agency says.
Facebook says FTC chair is too biased to pursue antitrust case
It's the second company after Amazon to ask the legal scholar to recuse herself from an antitrust investigation.
Biden signs order promoting economic competition
President Biden signed an executive order on Friday promoting economic competition, which will give his administration the power to crack down on some businesses who use monopolizing practices. Jeff Stein, an economics reporter for The Washington Post, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
Cryptocurrency investment scams soar 1,000% since fall
Scammers are posing as celebrities to poach bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies from investors, the FTC said.
Biden names leading critic of Big Tech as FTC head
The president's appointment of Lina Khan signals and aggressive approach toward tech giants.
Robocalls are getting much worse
The FCC and FTC are holding a joint forum Friday to address the sharp rise in robocalls. Consumers received more than 18 billion unwanted calls in 2017, a 75 percent increase from the year before. Anna Werner reports.
Ajit Pai: FCC taking on robocallers
In 2017 alone, consumers received roughly 18 billion robocalls that ranged from telemarketers to scammers. It is the No. 1 complaint the government receives from consumers. The FCC and FTC are holding a policy forum with industry experts and regulators on Friday to address the problem of unwanted and illegal robocalls. FCC chairman Ajit Pai tells "CBS This Morning" what his agency is doing to combat robocallers. Watch the full report Friday, March 23, 2018 on "CBS This Morning."
Trump and Zelenskyy say they're nearly in agreement on Ukraine peace plan
President Trump met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Sunday after he said he had a "good and very productive" call with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Bank of America CEO warns market "will punish people" without independent Fed
Bank of America Chairman and CEO Brian Moynihan stated last week that, as President Trump seeks a new chair of the Federal Reserve, maintaining the banking system's independence is paramount.
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Bondi Beach shooting hero says he just wanted to save innocent people
Ahmed al Ahmed, the man hailed as a hero for disarming one of the gunmen behind a deadly antisemitic attack on Australia's Bondi Beach, says he just wanted to save innocent people.
Brigitte Bardot, 1960s cinema icon and animal rights activist, dies at 91
At the height of a cinema career that spanned some 28 films and three marriages, Brigitte Bardot came to symbolize a nation bursting out of bourgeois respectability.
Top news headlines of 2025 month-by-month
From political upheavals and gun violence, to the first American-born pope, "Sunday Morning" host Jane Pauley looks back at key events of a transformative year in U.S. history.
South Korean mine could soon supply the U.S. with a critical mineral
The Sangdong mine contains millions of tons of tungsten, known as a war metal that can withstand extraordinary temperatures, something the U.S. desperately needs for defense.
1 person killed after 2 helicopters crash in Hammonton, NJ
One person was killed and another was critically injured after a helicopter collision
Gas line explosion shuts down major Southern California freeway
Several lanes of the 5 Freeway were closed and a shelter-in-place order was issued to residents in Castaic, California, after a gas line ruptured on Saturday.
Tracking winter "bomb cyclone" snarling flights. Maps show the latest forecast
More than 51 million Americans live in areas under winter storm alerts stretching from northern Minnesota to the Eastern Seaboard.