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The TikTok Problem Is Not What You Think

BIG by Matt Stoller • 28992 implied HN points • 15 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Privacy Consumer Protection Antitrust Foreign Relations Legislation
  1. The U.S. government is taking significant actions to address privacy and data protection, with legislation forcing a divestment of TikTok being part of a broader strategy.
  2. Recent legal actions by the Biden administration are reshaping how data brokers operate and enforce consumer protection laws in relation to sensitive consumer data.
  3. The debate over TikTok ownership highlights concerns about foreign control of key social infrastructure and the need for governance to prioritize the sovereignty of the people.
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My car is broken and so’s the car industry

Interesting bits • 78 implied HN points • 02 Jun 23
🕹 Technology Automotive Software Digital Platforms Consumer Protection
  1. Car companies may not always address software issues promptly, leading to frustrations for car owners.
  2. As cars become more digital, their hardware may expire faster, requiring more frequent replacements.
  3. Regulatory efforts or restructuring the car industry may be needed to address issues of planned digital obsolescence and consumer protection.

This Friday: Symposium on Right To Repair

Fight to Repair • 59 implied HN points • 19 Apr 22
🕹 Technology Legislation Policy Intellectual Property Consumer Protection Competition
  1. UC Berkeley Law School is hosting a symposium on The Emergent Right to Repair over two Fridays.
  2. The symposium will cover policy questions at the heart of the repair debate, such as the impact of restrictions on repair on competition and consumer benefits of open repair markets.
  3. Keynote speakers include Tim Wu and Senator Ron Wyden, discussing technology, competition, and legislation related to the right to repair.

Alert: Central Bank of Nigeria Circular CPD/MCD/INT/CCD/020/140

RegAlert • 0 implied HN points • 08 Feb 24
💰 Finance Regulations Compliance Consumer Protection
  1. The circular from the Central Bank of Nigeria highlights the importance of compliance with consumer protection regulations for financial institutions.
  2. Financial institutions are required to establish effective internal complaint handling procedures and provide timely resolutions to consumer complaints.
  3. Regular reviews should be conducted by institutions to identify and rectify any deficiencies in their consumer protection practices.

Deceptive Warranty Claims Persist Three Years After FTC Warnings

Fight to Repair • 0 implied HN points • 09 Apr 21
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Consumer Protection Government Agencies Regulation Enforcement
  1. Manufacturers continue to violate federal law by pushing deceptive warranty claims, despite warnings from the FTC.
  2. A report found that many major manufacturers still void warranties for independent repairs, going against the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.
  3. Advocates are concerned about lax enforcement by the FTC in protecting consumer rights, especially regarding right to repair laws.

Brother Printer’s Warranty Restrictions Spawn Anti-Trust Suit

Fight to Repair • 0 implied HN points • 15 Feb 22
💼 Business Legal Monopolies Antitrust Consumer Protection
  1. Brother Printers faced an antitrust suit due to tying warranty service to authorized repair providers, violating laws. This indicates a common issue in consumer goods markets.
  2. Deceptive packaging led to a warranty surprise for consumers, like Mr. Konkel, who found warranty conditions after purchase.
  3. The legal expert highlighted ongoing abuse of warranty provisions by manufacturers, emphasizing the need for lawsuits to enforce legal obligations and target unfair business practices.

The Executive Order On Repair Is Out And It’s Awesome

Fight to Repair • 0 implied HN points • 11 Jul 21
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legislation Competition Consumer Protection
  1. The Executive Order covers a wide range of issues beyond repair restrictions, aiming to promote competition and tackle anti-competitive practices in various industries.
  2. The Executive Order calls out restrictions on repair in the agriculture sector, affecting farmers and consumers who face challenges in repairing equipment independently.
  3. The FTC is encouraged in the Executive Order to address anti-competitive practices in the technology sector, specifically focusing on repair restrictions imposed by cell phone manufacturers.