Daily brief · September 9, 2026

FTC Actions and Updates

Recent Federal Trade Commission announcements and enforcement actions

The Federal Trade Commission has taken several actions in recent weeks, including settlements with payment processors, a lawsuit against Amazon, and the extension of a public comment period on personalized pricing.

FTC Settlements with Payment Processors

The FTC has settled with payment processors Humboldt Merchant Services and Nuvei over allegations of facilitating merchant fraud, with the companies agreeing to pay fines and implement robust merchant screening practices.

Lawsuit Against Amazon

The FTC, along with 22 states, has filed a lawsuit against Amazon alleging deceptive and unfair practices related to a secret ad surcharge scheme.

Extension of Public Comment Period on Personalized Pricing

The FTC has extended the public comment period on its proposed enforcement policy statement regarding personalized pricing, with the new deadline set for September 10, 2026.

What to watch next

  • FTC enforcement actions
  • Personalized pricing policy developments
  • Amazon lawsuit updates

Official sources

  1. Source 1: Federal Trade Commission press releases
    Press Releases | Federal Trade Commission
  2. Source 2: U.S. Department of Labor news releases
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