Congress, Consumer Protection
Self-driving cars in ‘difficult driving situations’ are guided by remote Filipinos overseas, company confirms(Daily Caller News Foundation) – The chief safety officer for a leading self-driving car company admitted during a Senate hearing Wednesday that it hires remote human operators overseas to guide… Read More
Consumer Protection
Missouri’s AG takes a stand against gift card scammers at ChristmasAs Missouri families work hard to provide a meaningful Christmas for their loved ones, a different kind of "worker" is clocking in for the season: the professional scammer. Missouri Attorney… Read More
Consumer Protection
Smart toys highlight this year’s report on dangerous toys for children(The Center Square) – A consumer advocacy group’s newest dangerous toys report highlights smart devices that spy on children. Illinois Public Interest Research Group (PIRG) Education Fund’s 38th annual “Trouble in… Read More
Consumer Protection
Federal Trade Commission looks to ban hidden fees(The Center Square) – The Federal Trade Commission’s latest proposal would prohibit hidden and falsely advertised fees on everything from travel to concert tickets. The FTC launched a proceeding last… Read More
Consumer Protection
Money in digital payment apps such as Venmo, PayPal, may not be insured, watchdog warns(The Center Square) – A federal agency is warning consumers that digital payment apps such as PayPal, Venmo, and Cash App lack federal insurance protections. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau… Read More
Consumer Protection, Missouri
Missouri treasurer says state has no investments in failed bank(The Center Square) – Missouri has no investment in one of two failed banks, and the Missouri Bankers Association on Monday characterized the collapses as an extreme exception. “The State… Read More
Consumer Protection
Missouri attorney general: Illegal telemarketing comprised 34% of consumer complaints(The Center Square) – More than 34% of complaints filed with Republican Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey’s office in 2022 were for illegal telemarketing calls, according to a report. No-call… Read More