FTC accuses Amazon of running a 'secret ad surcharge scheme' in new lawsuit
The FTC and 22 states have filed a lawsuit against Amazon, alleging the company operates a 'secret ad surcharge scheme' that secretly charges businesses higher advertising rates. The lawsuit claims Amazon engaged in deceptive practices by not transparently disclosing these additional fees to advertisers using its platform.
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FTC accuses Amazon of running a ‘secret ad surcharge scheme’ in new lawsuit
The FTC and 22 states have filed a lawsuit against Amazon, alleging the company operates a 'secret ad surcharge scheme' that secretly charges businesses higher advertising rates. The lawsuit claims Amazon engaged in deceptive practices by not transparently disclosing these additional fees to advertisers using its platform.
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