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FTC and 22 states sue Amazon over deceptive advertising practices
On August 31, 2026, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), along with 22 states, filed a lawsuit against Amazon, alleging deceptive advertising practices that overcharged over 1.2 million advertisers by inflating auction prices. Amazon has denied the allegations, calling the lawsuit 'misguided.'
Key points
- FTC and 22 states sue Amazon over deceptive advertising practices
- Amazon launches Labor Day sale with up to 64% off on tech gadgets
Sources
- FTC, 22 states sue Amazon over deceptive advertising practicesAxios · August 31, 2026
- Amazon hit by lawsuit from FTC and 22 states claiming ad price rigging to the tune of $20 billion over seven yearsTechRadar · September 1, 2026
- Amazon's Labor Day sale is slashing prices on its most popular tech — save up to 64% on Fire TV Sticks, Echo speakers, Ring Doorbells and moreTechRadar · September 1, 2026
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