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FTC Sues Amazon Over Alleged Hidden Advertising Surcharge Scheme
The FTC and 22 states accuse Amazon of secretly increasing advertising costs through hidden changes to auctions that affect millions of sellers.
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The FTC and 22 states accuse Amazon of secretly increasing advertising costs through hidden changes to auctions that affect millions of sellers.
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