FTC

BosSF82

The US court of appeals for the eighth circuit vacated the Federal Trade Commission’s “click-to-cancel” rule, which would have required companies to allow consumers to cancel subscriptions using the same method they used to sign up, after finding that the commission behind it failed to follow required procedures under the FTC Act during the rule-making process.

rriggsco

If you are in the US, report them to your state's AG and to the FTC.

memelordzarif

You should absolutely go ahead with reporting to those agencies you were reporting to. Just because they refunded you doesn’t make them better now. They will scam other people who don’t know any better and who doesn’t know who to contact when they get scammed out of thousands like you did. Just because a thief returned your things to you doesn’t mean they won’t steal from someone else and you shouldn’t contact the cops anyways. Please report to FTC, SEC and those other agencies. Hopefully they get shut down and refund all the people they scammed and not get to scam anyone else. These people should rot in jail for what they do. On a side note, 99% (if not 100%) of these get rich quick schemes are scams. You should never trust them without first hand accounts from people you know and trust.

Other-Ad-529

Well, weren't the FTC or SEC building a case against Musk before he bought Trump the election and gutted them?

FluorescentCheddar

Mark my words. Just wait until the FTC busts up the Microsoft Open AI partnership, then you'll be crying that you didn't buy TSLA under 300.

KULR_Mooning

No evidence that FTC has charged KULR but Queen Bi*ch Lafufu likes what she 👀

ToastSpangler

Mr Kulr! Mr Kulr! What have you to say regarding the FTC charges that are being pressed against you? Do you think "lick my ballz bro it started as a reddit rip lmao" is an appropriate defense?

movdqa

I've been paying US taxes on interest from foreign banks since 1988. Every year I have to compute income to file US taxes, file FATCA compliance forms to the US Treasury, and fill out account balance and account information on the IRS submission. The penalties for not filing the annual FATCA forms are severe - to the point that US citizens renounce citizenship. Yes, **if you are a U.S. citizen or resident alien, you are generally required to report and pay U.S. income tax on your worldwide income, including foreign income**, regardless of where you live or where the income is earned. However, there are ways to potentially reduce or eliminate U.S. tax liability on your foreign income. Options include the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIE) and the Foreign Tax Credit (FTC). Tax treaties between the U.S. and other countries may also help prevent double taxation. U.S. citizens and residents must report their worldwide income to the IRS. This includes reporting foreign financial accounts under certain thresholds by filing FinCEN Form 114. Additional reporting for foreign financial assets may be required with Form 8938. Given the complexities of international tax laws, especially with foreign income, consulting a tax professional specializing in expatriate taxes is recommended. You can find more information on these topics at [Thomson Reuters](https://tax.thomsonreuters.com/blog/overview-of-u-s-taxes-on-foreign-income-for-individuals/).  [https://www.google.com/search?client=firefox-b-1-d&q=irs+do+you+have+to+pay+taxes+on+foreign+income](https://www.google.com/search?client=firefox-b-1-d&q=irs+do+you+have+to+pay+taxes+on+foreign+income)

throwawayainteasy

The WH has fired lots of people who's positions were protected by law and that Trump had no existing legal authority to fire. That includes and NRC Commissioner, OSC Council, MSPB judges, and two FTC Commissioners (literally the exact positions at the exact agency the Humphrey's Executor precedent protects which is the basis for independent government bodies). Courts have essentially held that the WH is free to fire them despite existing laws and SCOTUS precedent, they have to sue to get their jobs back (some of those lawsuits are ongoing now), and that the can't be in-office while the lawsuit plays out. So, basically, he can replace anyone he wants at-will and they're out of office until they complete a lawsuit proving the firing was wrongful (which can be a many years long process).

blownou

Zero chance. If the DoJ and FTC had any balls they would’ve broken up Herbalife. After I saw them do nothing but give them a slap on the wrist I realized that “too big to fail” applied to more than banks. These government orgs are just rubber stampers. They’ll get google to pay a couple billion dollars, claim that as a win, and google will continue to do business as usual

myironlung6

Except the DOJ AND FTC are going to break up their entire search business. You’re fucked 😂

dcwhite98

Google's biggest issue now is the US government (FTC) claiming they are a monopoly and trying to break them up. Until this is settled it's going to be bumpy. But there are a lot of cases made by analysts that say separating several of it's businesses, Cloud, Search, YouTube, etc. could unlock a huge amount of value and the price would skyrocket. I'd guess GOOG and GOOGL stock would be split among the new companies and if you own either of these two, you'd automatically get shares of the new companies.

HaveTwoBananas

FTC ruling?

PumpkinPoshSpice

In April 2024, the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) voted to ban most non-compete clauses in employment contracts, citing them as unfair competition. The rule was set to take effect on September 4, 2024, but a federal judge in Texas issued a nationwide injunction on August 20, 2024, deeming the ban unlawful. The injunction prevents the FTC from enforcing the rule, which is still being litigated.

RedDoesFBA

As an Amazon seller for 10+ years and getting buttfuked by these tarrifs. All trump had to do was make Chinese businesses sell direct to us businesses instead of direct to the US consumer. It builds up US business, creates jobs, keeps all that tax revenue in the US. There’s still healthy competition (it’s the same as any big box retailer) But no, we got massive tarrifs and all these Chinese scam companies that constantly break FTC laws that can’t be sued get to stay.

Rats_in_the_wall

This offer exhibits multiple classic signs of a cryptocurrency scam: guaranteed high daily returns (+15% per day), requests for upfront deposits, use of an unofficial “promo address” (newnet.free), and promises of repetitive transactions for bonuses. Legitimate airdrops never require you to send funds or repeatedly deposit/withdraw to a private address. Numerous reports on Reddit and security advisories highlight that similar EOS “airdrops” are phishing schemes designed to steal your tokens. Key Red Flags 1. Unrealistic Guaranteed Returns Legitimate crypto promotions may reward you with tokens, but never promise fixed, high-percentage returns on your deposit every single day. A promise of +15% daily return is a hallmark of a Ponzi-style or phishing scam, not a genuine airdrop 2. Upfront Deposits to Private Addresses Requiring you to send EOS (or any coin) to a non-official address (newnet.free) is blatant phishing—there is no credible project or exchange “promo address” by this name. Real airdrops distribute tokens directly to your wallet without you sending funds first 3. Multiple Daily Transactions Requirement No reputable exchange or project asks you to perform 15 transactions per day to unlock a bonus. This mechanic only increases the likelihood you’ll send a large amount by mistake and never get it back Scam Mechanism Phishing Address-Poisoning Scammers exploit wallet-address truncation or spoof addresses that look familiar. The FBI warns that address-poisoning attacks rely on users failing to notice slight differences in addresses, ultimately draining wallets when users send funds to the phishing address Fake Airdrop Phishing Sites Security researchers have documented EOS “airdrops” that redirect victims to phishing landing pages mimicking official exchanges, then immediately steal funds once deposited. Social Proof & Staged Screenshots The post’s screenshots and “user testimonials” are almost certainly fabricated. Scammers often reuse or fake screenshots to build credibility before disappearing with victims’ tokens How Legitimate Airdrops Work Free Distribution: Tokens are sent directly to your wallet address; you do not send your own funds first. Official Announcements: Projects announce airdrops on their verified social channels or through well-known crypto news outlets. No Deposit/Withdraw Loops: You may complete simple tasks (e.g., holding a token, social media engagement), but you’re never asked to deposit and withdraw repeatedly for bonuses Recommendations Do Not Send Funds: Never deposit EOS (or any crypto) to a private or unfamiliar address promising returns. Verify via Official Channels: Check each exchange’s official blog or Twitter account for any airdrop notices—none of the major exchanges listed (Binance, Coinbase, Kraken, etc.) have ever promoted such a scheme Use Scam-Tracking Resources: Refer to government and consumer-protection sites like the California DFPI’s Crypto Scam Tracker or the FTC’s consumer alerts to stay updated on emerging crypto scams Report Suspicious Posts: Notify Reddit moderators or the relevant platform when you encounter posts purporting “guaranteed returns” airdrops. Given these points and multiple security advisories, this post is almost certainly a scam. Never engage with it or send any funds to the provided address.

kraven-more-head

Yeah didn't. The supreme Court make it clear that the FED has different treatment than other things like the FTC. And that Trump can't just fire Powell?

kraven-more-head

It was already stated by the courts that the FED is different than the FTC.

favorite_time_of_day

> He would be ignored. I don't see that you have any reason to believe that. He should have been ignored when he fired the FTC members, but because he had installed a lackey as chairman they are being kept out of the building. So those FTC members are forced to sue to recover their positions. And that's a long process, and in the meantime Trump gets what he wants.

TimeGrownOld

Bitcoin is a financial technology; blockchain distributed ledgers applied to finance. Satoshi may have envisioned it being used as a currency but that was like two decades ago. That's not a failure, that's evolution. Think of what the internet was originally built for, or any of the dual-use military technologies over the last 50 years. Innovation and evolution is inherent with new technologies, to suggest it a failure suggests you don't work with new technology. Crypto is definitely surrounded by scams, but many would argue that's due to the government's repeated delay in putting proper guidelines in place for it. See coinbase's FTC case. Furthermore, cash facilitates a vast majority of criminal payments, and most fraud is still online-commerce based. Every new financial technology goes through the same growing pains before proper regulations and protections are in place. Think counterfeiting with fiat, card skimmers with credit cards, identity theft with online commerce, etc. It's simply not an argument. The Iran transfer is hypothetical but my point still stands. You're taking our first-world banking system for granted. You think people fleeing Ukraine want to carry their lifesavings in gold or fiat, when they can simply carry an encrypted hardware wallet? Again, these are tired tropes which illustrates a lack of understanding about the technology. No one suggests that crypto will be used to replace every-day small transactions (though with the rapid decrease in computing poser driven by AI, and the reduced volatility due to adoption, it may one day be a use case after all). But a store of value is definitely a good use case. Otherwise the cryptomarket cap wouldn't he sitting in the trillions, right? That's certainly not all scams and crime, as my personal experience suggests.

spiteful_rr_dm_TA

What positive fucking news are you talking about??? ICE is deporting the work force by the thousands to catch double digit numbers of criminals, which is significantly hampering agriculture, construction, and hospitality sectors in multiple areas, and that will only get worse as the admin doubles down. The number of people filing for unemployment is *rising*. Inflation is on the rise again, despite Biden having cooled it off before. A US senator was thrown to the ground and handcuffed by the executive branch because he spoke up at a press conference. Riots are breaking out in major cities as citizens form up against ICE. Republicans are being lawless, charging into every facet of governance to destroy all aspects of our administrative system; independent organizations are under attack, agencies are no longer able to regulate effectively, and regulatory bodies like the FTC are being gutted. US soft power is rapidly waning all around the world, while our resources are being sent to the pockets of billionaires. The tax bill passed by republicans in the form of the, and I hate saying this, "Big Beautiful Bill" will add trillions more to the debt, both by increasing spending and cutting government revenues. We have 55% tariffs coming in on Chinese goods, while things like Aluminum are rapidly increasing in price. Not to mention we royally pissed off most of our allies and friends with our recent behavior. And that is just a sample of what is going wrong inside the US. You have the ongoing humanitarian crises of Ukraine and Gaza, the fact Israel and Iran are heading to war, etc etc.

Rats_in_the_wall

This offer exhibits multiple classic signs of a cryptocurrency scam: guaranteed high daily returns (+15% per day), requests for upfront deposits, use of an unofficial “promo address” (newnet.free), and promises of repetitive transactions for bonuses. Legitimate airdrops never require you to send funds or repeatedly deposit/withdraw to a private address. Numerous reports on Reddit and security advisories highlight that similar EOS “airdrops” are phishing schemes designed to steal your tokens. Key Red Flags 1. Unrealistic Guaranteed Returns Legitimate crypto promotions may reward you with tokens, but never promise fixed, high-percentage returns on your deposit every single day. A promise of +15% daily return is a hallmark of a Ponzi-style or phishing scam, not a genuine airdrop 2. Upfront Deposits to Private Addresses Requiring you to send EOS (or any coin) to a non-official address (newnet.free) is blatant phishing—there is no credible project or exchange “promo address” by this name. Real airdrops distribute tokens directly to your wallet without you sending funds first 3. Multiple Daily Transactions Requirement No reputable exchange or project asks you to perform 15 transactions per day to unlock a bonus. This mechanic only increases the likelihood you’ll send a large amount by mistake and never get it back Scam Mechanism Phishing Address-Poisoning Scammers exploit wallet-address truncation or spoof addresses that look familiar. The FBI warns that address-poisoning attacks rely on users failing to notice slight differences in addresses, ultimately draining wallets when users send funds to the phishing address Fake Airdrop Phishing Sites Security researchers have documented EOS “airdrops” that redirect victims to phishing landing pages mimicking official exchanges, then immediately steal funds once deposited. Social Proof & Staged Screenshots The post’s screenshots and “user testimonials” are almost certainly fabricated. Scammers often reuse or fake screenshots to build credibility before disappearing with victims’ tokens How Legitimate Airdrops Work Free Distribution: Tokens are sent directly to your wallet address; you do not send your own funds first. Official Announcements: Projects announce airdrops on their verified social channels or through well-known crypto news outlets. No Deposit/Withdraw Loops: You may complete simple tasks (e.g., holding a token, social media engagement), but you’re never asked to deposit and withdraw repeatedly for bonuses Recommendations Do Not Send Funds: Never deposit EOS (or any crypto) to a private or unfamiliar address promising returns. Verify via Official Channels: Check each exchange’s official blog or Twitter account for any airdrop notices—none of the major exchanges listed (Binance, Coinbase, Kraken, etc.) have ever promoted such a scheme Use Scam-Tracking Resources: Refer to government and consumer-protection sites like the California DFPI’s Crypto Scam Tracker or the FTC’s consumer alerts to stay updated on emerging crypto scams Report Suspicious Posts: Notify Reddit moderators or the relevant platform when you encounter posts purporting “guaranteed returns” airdrops. Given these points and multiple security advisories, this post is almost certainly a scam. Never engage with it or send any funds to the provided address.

FistyGorilla

I doubt the FTC would approve that.

Rats_in_the_wall

This offer exhibits multiple classic signs of a cryptocurrency scam: guaranteed high daily returns (+15% per day), requests for upfront deposits, use of an unofficial “promo address” (newnet.free), and promises of repetitive transactions for bonuses. Legitimate airdrops never require you to send funds or repeatedly deposit/withdraw to a private address. Numerous reports on Reddit and security advisories highlight that similar EOS “airdrops” are phishing schemes designed to steal your tokens. Key Red Flags 1. Unrealistic Guaranteed Returns Legitimate crypto promotions may reward you with tokens, but never promise fixed, high-percentage returns on your deposit every single day. A promise of +15% daily return is a hallmark of a Ponzi-style or phishing scam, not a genuine airdrop 2. Upfront Deposits to Private Addresses Requiring you to send EOS (or any coin) to a non-official address (newnet.free) is blatant phishing—there is no credible project or exchange “promo address” by this name. Real airdrops distribute tokens directly to your wallet without you sending funds first 3. Multiple Daily Transactions Requirement No reputable exchange or project asks you to perform 15 transactions per day to unlock a bonus. This mechanic only increases the likelihood you’ll send a large amount by mistake and never get it back Scam Mechanism Phishing Address-Poisoning Scammers exploit wallet-address truncation or spoof addresses that look familiar. The FBI warns that address-poisoning attacks rely on users failing to notice slight differences in addresses, ultimately draining wallets when users send funds to the phishing address Fake Airdrop Phishing Sites Security researchers have documented EOS “airdrops” that redirect victims to phishing landing pages mimicking official exchanges, then immediately steal funds once deposited. Social Proof & Staged Screenshots The post’s screenshots and “user testimonials” are almost certainly fabricated. Scammers often reuse or fake screenshots to build credibility before disappearing with victims’ tokens How Legitimate Airdrops Work Free Distribution: Tokens are sent directly to your wallet address; you do not send your own funds first. Official Announcements: Projects announce airdrops on their verified social channels or through well-known crypto news outlets. No Deposit/Withdraw Loops: You may complete simple tasks (e.g., holding a token, social media engagement), but you’re never asked to deposit and withdraw repeatedly for bonuses Recommendations Do Not Send Funds: Never deposit EOS (or any crypto) to a private or unfamiliar address promising returns. Verify via Official Channels: Check each exchange’s official blog or Twitter account for any airdrop notices—none of the major exchanges listed (Binance, Coinbase, Kraken, etc.) have ever promoted such a scheme Use Scam-Tracking Resources: Refer to government and consumer-protection sites like the California DFPI’s Crypto Scam Tracker or the FTC’s consumer alerts to stay updated on emerging crypto scams Report Suspicious Posts: Notify Reddit moderators or the relevant platform when you encounter posts purporting “guaranteed returns” airdrops. Given these points and multiple security advisories, this post is almost certainly a scam. Never engage with it or send any funds to the provided address.

Rats_in_the_wall

This offer exhibits multiple classic signs of a cryptocurrency scam: guaranteed high daily returns (+15% per day), requests for upfront deposits, use of an unofficial “promo address” (newnet.free), and promises of repetitive transactions for bonuses. Legitimate airdrops never require you to send funds or repeatedly deposit/withdraw to a private address. Numerous reports on Reddit and security advisories highlight that similar EOS “airdrops” are phishing schemes designed to steal your tokens. Key Red Flags 1. Unrealistic Guaranteed Returns Legitimate crypto promotions may reward you with tokens, but never promise fixed, high-percentage returns on your deposit every single day. A promise of +15% daily return is a hallmark of a Ponzi-style or phishing scam, not a genuine airdrop 2. Upfront Deposits to Private Addresses Requiring you to send EOS (or any coin) to a non-official address (newnet.free) is blatant phishing—there is no credible project or exchange “promo address” by this name. Real airdrops distribute tokens directly to your wallet without you sending funds first 3. Multiple Daily Transactions Requirement No reputable exchange or project asks you to perform 15 transactions per day to unlock a bonus. This mechanic only increases the likelihood you’ll send a large amount by mistake and never get it back Scam Mechanism Phishing Address-Poisoning Scammers exploit wallet-address truncation or spoof addresses that look familiar. The FBI warns that address-poisoning attacks rely on users failing to notice slight differences in addresses, ultimately draining wallets when users send funds to the phishing address Fake Airdrop Phishing Sites Security researchers have documented EOS “airdrops” that redirect victims to phishing landing pages mimicking official exchanges, then immediately steal funds once deposited. Social Proof & Staged Screenshots The post’s screenshots and “user testimonials” are almost certainly fabricated. Scammers often reuse or fake screenshots to build credibility before disappearing with victims’ tokens How Legitimate Airdrops Work Free Distribution: Tokens are sent directly to your wallet address; you do not send your own funds first. Official Announcements: Projects announce airdrops on their verified social channels or through well-known crypto news outlets. No Deposit/Withdraw Loops: You may complete simple tasks (e.g., holding a token, social media engagement), but you’re never asked to deposit and withdraw repeatedly for bonuses Recommendations Do Not Send Funds: Never deposit EOS (or any crypto) to a private or unfamiliar address promising returns. Verify via Official Channels: Check each exchange’s official blog or Twitter account for any airdrop notices—none of the major exchanges listed (Binance, Coinbase, Kraken, etc.) have ever promoted such a scheme Use Scam-Tracking Resources: Refer to government and consumer-protection sites like the California DFPI’s Crypto Scam Tracker or the FTC’s consumer alerts to stay updated on emerging crypto scams Report Suspicious Posts: Notify Reddit moderators or the relevant platform when you encounter posts purporting “guaranteed returns” airdrops. Given these points and multiple security advisories, this post is almost certainly a scam. Never engage with it or send any funds to the provided address.

Rats_in_the_wall

This offer exhibits multiple classic signs of a cryptocurrency scam: guaranteed high daily returns (+15% per day), requests for upfront deposits, use of an unofficial “promo address” (newnet.free), and promises of repetitive transactions for bonuses. Legitimate airdrops never require you to send funds or repeatedly deposit/withdraw to a private address. Numerous reports on Reddit and security advisories highlight that similar EOS “airdrops” are phishing schemes designed to steal your tokens. Key Red Flags 1. Unrealistic Guaranteed Returns Legitimate crypto promotions may reward you with tokens, but never promise fixed, high-percentage returns on your deposit every single day. A promise of +15% daily return is a hallmark of a Ponzi-style or phishing scam, not a genuine airdrop 2. Upfront Deposits to Private Addresses Requiring you to send EOS (or any coin) to a non-official address (newnet.free) is blatant phishing—there is no credible project or exchange “promo address” by this name. Real airdrops distribute tokens directly to your wallet without you sending funds first 3. Multiple Daily Transactions Requirement No reputable exchange or project asks you to perform 15 transactions per day to unlock a bonus. This mechanic only increases the likelihood you’ll send a large amount by mistake and never get it back Scam Mechanism Phishing Address-Poisoning Scammers exploit wallet-address truncation or spoof addresses that look familiar. The FBI warns that address-poisoning attacks rely on users failing to notice slight differences in addresses, ultimately draining wallets when users send funds to the phishing address Fake Airdrop Phishing Sites Security researchers have documented EOS “airdrops” that redirect victims to phishing landing pages mimicking official exchanges, then immediately steal funds once deposited. Social Proof & Staged Screenshots The post’s screenshots and “user testimonials” are almost certainly fabricated. Scammers often reuse or fake screenshots to build credibility before disappearing with victims’ tokens How Legitimate Airdrops Work Free Distribution: Tokens are sent directly to your wallet address; you do not send your own funds first. Official Announcements: Projects announce airdrops on their verified social channels or through well-known crypto news outlets. No Deposit/Withdraw Loops: You may complete simple tasks (e.g., holding a token, social media engagement), but you’re never asked to deposit and withdraw repeatedly for bonuses Recommendations Do Not Send Funds: Never deposit EOS (or any crypto) to a private or unfamiliar address promising returns. Verify via Official Channels: Check each exchange’s official blog or Twitter account for any airdrop notices—none of the major exchanges listed (Binance, Coinbase, Kraken, etc.) have ever promoted such a scheme Use Scam-Tracking Resources: Refer to government and consumer-protection sites like the California DFPI’s Crypto Scam Tracker or the FTC’s consumer alerts to stay updated on emerging crypto scams Report Suspicious Posts: Notify Reddit moderators or the relevant platform when you encounter posts purporting “guaranteed returns” airdrops. Given these points and multiple security advisories, this post is almost certainly a scam. Never engage with it or send any funds to the provided address.

FerretMuch4931

Those FTC lawsuits are likely holding AMZN back; trials start this fall. 😑

generatorland

True. I figured Trump could Executive Order his way to using the FCC or FTC to go after X.

Gajax

So is it the SEC or the FTC that I contact for refunds on options purchases?

Rats_in_the_wall

This offer exhibits multiple classic signs of a cryptocurrency scam: guaranteed high daily returns (+15% per day), requests for upfront deposits, use of an unofficial “promo address” (newnet.free), and promises of repetitive transactions for bonuses. Legitimate airdrops never require you to send funds or repeatedly deposit/withdraw to a private address. Numerous reports on Reddit and security advisories highlight that similar EOS “airdrops” are phishing schemes designed to steal your tokens. Key Red Flags 1. Unrealistic Guaranteed Returns Legitimate crypto promotions may reward you with tokens, but never promise fixed, high-percentage returns on your deposit every single day. A promise of +15% daily return is a hallmark of a Ponzi-style or phishing scam, not a genuine airdrop 2. Upfront Deposits to Private Addresses Requiring you to send EOS (or any coin) to a non-official address (newnet.free) is blatant phishing—there is no credible project or exchange “promo address” by this name. Real airdrops distribute tokens directly to your wallet without you sending funds first 3. Multiple Daily Transactions Requirement No reputable exchange or project asks you to perform 15 transactions per day to unlock a bonus. This mechanic only increases the likelihood you’ll send a large amount by mistake and never get it back Scam Mechanism Phishing Address-Poisoning Scammers exploit wallet-address truncation or spoof addresses that look familiar. The FBI warns that address-poisoning attacks rely on users failing to notice slight differences in addresses, ultimately draining wallets when users send funds to the phishing address Fake Airdrop Phishing Sites Security researchers have documented EOS “airdrops” that redirect victims to phishing landing pages mimicking official exchanges, then immediately steal funds once deposited. Social Proof & Staged Screenshots The post’s screenshots and “user testimonials” are almost certainly fabricated. Scammers often reuse or fake screenshots to build credibility before disappearing with victims’ tokens How Legitimate Airdrops Work Free Distribution: Tokens are sent directly to your wallet address; you do not send your own funds first. Official Announcements: Projects announce airdrops on their verified social channels or through well-known crypto news outlets. No Deposit/Withdraw Loops: You may complete simple tasks (e.g., holding a token, social media engagement), but you’re never asked to deposit and withdraw repeatedly for bonuses Recommendations Do Not Send Funds: Never deposit EOS (or any crypto) to a private or unfamiliar address promising returns. Verify via Official Channels: Check each exchange’s official blog or Twitter account for any airdrop notices—none of the major exchanges listed (Binance, Coinbase, Kraken, etc.) have ever promoted such a scheme Use Scam-Tracking Resources: Refer to government and consumer-protection sites like the California DFPI’s Crypto Scam Tracker or the FTC’s consumer alerts to stay updated on emerging crypto scams Report Suspicious Posts: Notify Reddit moderators or the relevant platform when you encounter posts purporting “guaranteed returns” airdrops. Given these points and multiple security advisories, this post is almost certainly a scam. Never engage with it or send any funds to the provided address.

Rats_in_the_wall

This offer exhibits multiple classic signs of a cryptocurrency scam: guaranteed high daily returns (+15% per day), requests for upfront deposits, use of an unofficial “promo address” (newnet.free), and promises of repetitive transactions for bonuses. Legitimate airdrops never require you to send funds or repeatedly deposit/withdraw to a private address. Numerous reports on Reddit and security advisories highlight that similar EOS “airdrops” are phishing schemes designed to steal your tokens. Key Red Flags 1. Unrealistic Guaranteed Returns Legitimate crypto promotions may reward you with tokens, but never promise fixed, high-percentage returns on your deposit every single day. A promise of +15% daily return is a hallmark of a Ponzi-style or phishing scam, not a genuine airdrop 2. Upfront Deposits to Private Addresses Requiring you to send EOS (or any coin) to a non-official address (newnet.free) is blatant phishing—there is no credible project or exchange “promo address” by this name. Real airdrops distribute tokens directly to your wallet without you sending funds first 3. Multiple Daily Transactions Requirement No reputable exchange or project asks you to perform 15 transactions per day to unlock a bonus. This mechanic only increases the likelihood you’ll send a large amount by mistake and never get it back Scam Mechanism Phishing Address-Poisoning Scammers exploit wallet-address truncation or spoof addresses that look familiar. The FBI warns that address-poisoning attacks rely on users failing to notice slight differences in addresses, ultimately draining wallets when users send funds to the phishing address Fake Airdrop Phishing Sites Security researchers have documented EOS “airdrops” that redirect victims to phishing landing pages mimicking official exchanges, then immediately steal funds once deposited. Social Proof & Staged Screenshots The post’s screenshots and “user testimonials” are almost certainly fabricated. Scammers often reuse or fake screenshots to build credibility before disappearing with victims’ tokens How Legitimate Airdrops Work Free Distribution: Tokens are sent directly to your wallet address; you do not send your own funds first. Official Announcements: Projects announce airdrops on their verified social channels or through well-known crypto news outlets. No Deposit/Withdraw Loops: You may complete simple tasks (e.g., holding a token, social media engagement), but you’re never asked to deposit and withdraw repeatedly for bonuses Recommendations Do Not Send Funds: Never deposit EOS (or any crypto) to a private or unfamiliar address promising returns. Verify via Official Channels: Check each exchange’s official blog or Twitter account for any airdrop notices—none of the major exchanges listed (Binance, Coinbase, Kraken, etc.) have ever promoted such a scheme Use Scam-Tracking Resources: Refer to government and consumer-protection sites like the California DFPI’s Crypto Scam Tracker or the FTC’s consumer alerts to stay updated on emerging crypto scams Report Suspicious Posts: Notify Reddit moderators or the relevant platform when you encounter posts purporting “guaranteed returns” airdrops. Given these points and multiple security advisories, this post is almost certainly a scam. Never engage with it or send any funds to the provided address.

Sandvicheater

Jesus can GOOG just make a deal with the FTC and settle this monopoly case like MSFT did 20 years ago?!?

point_of_you

I'm not reading any of that but I will report u/yaNastee to the FTC with this link: https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/

point_of_you

I'm not reading any of that but I will report u/mahmah_1000 to the FTC with this link: https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/

Rats_in_the_wall

This offer exhibits multiple classic signs of a cryptocurrency scam: guaranteed high daily returns (+15% per day), requests for upfront deposits, use of an unofficial “promo address” (newnet.free), and promises of repetitive transactions for bonuses. Legitimate airdrops never require you to send funds or repeatedly deposit/withdraw to a private address. Numerous reports on Reddit and security advisories highlight that similar EOS “airdrops” are phishing schemes designed to steal your tokens. Key Red Flags 1. Unrealistic Guaranteed Returns Legitimate crypto promotions may reward you with tokens, but never promise fixed, high-percentage returns on your deposit every single day. A promise of +15% daily return is a hallmark of a Ponzi-style or phishing scam, not a genuine airdrop 2. Upfront Deposits to Private Addresses Requiring you to send EOS (or any coin) to a non-official address (newnet.free) is blatant phishing—there is no credible project or exchange “promo address” by this name. Real airdrops distribute tokens directly to your wallet without you sending funds first 3. Multiple Daily Transactions Requirement No reputable exchange or project asks you to perform 15 transactions per day to unlock a bonus. This mechanic only increases the likelihood you’ll send a large amount by mistake and never get it back Scam Mechanism Phishing Address-Poisoning Scammers exploit wallet-address truncation or spoof addresses that look familiar. The FBI warns that address-poisoning attacks rely on users failing to notice slight differences in addresses, ultimately draining wallets when users send funds to the phishing address Fake Airdrop Phishing Sites Security researchers have documented EOS “airdrops” that redirect victims to phishing landing pages mimicking official exchanges, then immediately steal funds once deposited. Social Proof & Staged Screenshots The post’s screenshots and “user testimonials” are almost certainly fabricated. Scammers often reuse or fake screenshots to build credibility before disappearing with victims’ tokens How Legitimate Airdrops Work Free Distribution: Tokens are sent directly to your wallet address; you do not send your own funds first. Official Announcements: Projects announce airdrops on their verified social channels or through well-known crypto news outlets. No Deposit/Withdraw Loops: You may complete simple tasks (e.g., holding a token, social media engagement), but you’re never asked to deposit and withdraw repeatedly for bonuses Recommendations Do Not Send Funds: Never deposit EOS (or any crypto) to a private or unfamiliar address promising returns. Verify via Official Channels: Check each exchange’s official blog or Twitter account for any airdrop notices—none of the major exchanges listed (Binance, Coinbase, Kraken, etc.) have ever promoted such a scheme Use Scam-Tracking Resources: Refer to government and consumer-protection sites like the California DFPI’s Crypto Scam Tracker or the FTC’s consumer alerts to stay updated on emerging crypto scams Report Suspicious Posts: Notify Reddit moderators or the relevant platform when you encounter posts purporting “guaranteed returns” airdrops. Given these points and multiple security advisories, this post is almost certainly a scam. Never engage with it or send any funds to the provided address.

det8924

Any analysis from livestock/farming experts within the industry say the outbreak its self was the cause for higher prices. I am not gonna say it wasn't possible the Biden administration like any agency maybe made some missteps but that wasn't the primary driver or factor. Of course thankfully Lina Kahn head of the FTC under Biden was also looking to enforce anti-trust laws against increasingly consolidated agro businesses that have shown to increases prices due to less competition making it easier to price gouge and price fix. Thankfully Trump the populist kept her? Oh wait Trump didn't he put in someone who wants more consolidation...

Substantial-Line-378

Exactly. I suggest everyone reading the Amazon Antitrust Paradox by Lina Khan which she published in the Yale Law journal before she was nominated as FTC chair

perceptive_AI

>The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) finalized its "Click-to-Cancel" rule on October 16, 2024. This rule mandates that businesses offering subscriptions or memberships must make the cancellation process as straightforward as the sign-up process. It also requires clear disclosures about subscription terms and prohibits misleading practices. >he FTC announced a 60-day delay in enforcement, pushing the effective date to July 14, 2025. This delay was intended to give businesses additional time to comply with the new requirements.I have never seen anyone talking about this but puts on planet fitness could be a move , No one talked about this but I think puts on planet fitness could be a play , this teen summer pass thing is going to make lots of people cancel their membership online

Sandvicheater

Saw Bill Gates gonna give away $200B to African charities. Gates if following the John D Rockefeller strategy of white washing ones sins so that future generations look upon him favorably strategy. Both Rockefeller and Gates were lowest level of scumbags. Rockefeller underhanded business tactics literally necessitated the invention of the anti trust, FTC, etc. Gates nearly destroyed the open source software and other tech competitors if he didn't nearly get his balls chopped off during 2001 monopoly case.

Sandvicheater

Jesus can GOOG get its house in order? Like this antitrust suit should've been handled months ago with some kind of agreement deal with the FTC. Sure it would mean a pound of flesh but Pichai is hell bent on rolling the dice with mortgage money thinking he's gonna win it all.

Rats_in_the_wall

This offer exhibits multiple classic signs of a cryptocurrency scam: guaranteed high daily returns (+15% per day), requests for upfront deposits, use of an unofficial “promo address” (newnet.free), and promises of repetitive transactions for bonuses. Legitimate airdrops never require you to send funds or repeatedly deposit/withdraw to a private address. Numerous reports on Reddit and security advisories highlight that similar EOS “airdrops” are phishing schemes designed to steal your tokens. Key Red Flags 1. Unrealistic Guaranteed Returns Legitimate crypto promotions may reward you with tokens, but never promise fixed, high-percentage returns on your deposit every single day. A promise of +15% daily return is a hallmark of a Ponzi-style or phishing scam, not a genuine airdrop 2. Upfront Deposits to Private Addresses Requiring you to send EOS (or any coin) to a non-official address (newnet.free) is blatant phishing—there is no credible project or exchange “promo address” by this name. Real airdrops distribute tokens directly to your wallet without you sending funds first 3. Multiple Daily Transactions Requirement No reputable exchange or project asks you to perform 15 transactions per day to unlock a bonus. This mechanic only increases the likelihood you’ll send a large amount by mistake and never get it back Scam Mechanism Phishing Address-Poisoning Scammers exploit wallet-address truncation or spoof addresses that look familiar. The FBI warns that address-poisoning attacks rely on users failing to notice slight differences in addresses, ultimately draining wallets when users send funds to the phishing address Fake Airdrop Phishing Sites Security researchers have documented EOS “airdrops” that redirect victims to phishing landing pages mimicking official exchanges, then immediately steal funds once deposited. Social Proof & Staged Screenshots The post’s screenshots and “user testimonials” are almost certainly fabricated. Scammers often reuse or fake screenshots to build credibility before disappearing with victims’ tokens How Legitimate Airdrops Work Free Distribution: Tokens are sent directly to your wallet address; you do not send your own funds first. Official Announcements: Projects announce airdrops on their verified social channels or through well-known crypto news outlets. No Deposit/Withdraw Loops: You may complete simple tasks (e.g., holding a token, social media engagement), but you’re never asked to deposit and withdraw repeatedly for bonuses Recommendations Do Not Send Funds: Never deposit EOS (or any crypto) to a private or unfamiliar address promising returns. Verify via Official Channels: Check each exchange’s official blog or Twitter account for any airdrop notices—none of the major exchanges listed (Binance, Coinbase, Kraken, etc.) have ever promoted such a scheme Use Scam-Tracking Resources: Refer to government and consumer-protection sites like the California DFPI’s Crypto Scam Tracker or the FTC’s consumer alerts to stay updated on emerging crypto scams Report Suspicious Posts: Notify Reddit moderators or the relevant platform when you encounter posts purporting “guaranteed returns” airdrops. Given these points and multiple security advisories, this post is almost certainly a scam. Never engage with it or send any funds to the provided address.

Rustic_gan123

>Yes, in fact in higher quantities. Diminishing returns hits the country who has had more investment earlier then countries which have had less investment. That's what diminishing returns is about European countries have similar investment levels as %GDP >Spare me the American exceptionalism bullshit. US had better regulatory environments, that spurred increased investment. Emphasis on past tense. The US has torched the PCAOB, the SEC, FTC, and numerous other valuable institutions. Without them American companies books are coasting on trust alone. You answered the wrong take. >US is cutting food assistance to low income families and school lunch programs.  I saw that there would be no famine anyway. >And Trump is ignoring them, while the House and Senate ignore the disobedience. Trump doesn't ignore the courts, he throws all the crap at them, see what sticks. >But the senators will always insist on passing something.  They can make amendments and most likely will. >If the US will remove him even after four years. He will be 82, even if he does not fall into complete dementia, no one will support such an old man in his attempted coup. >The last time he attempted to end democracy the republicans joined ranks and insisted he be allowed to do so.  If I remember correctly, they wanted to hang his vice president... >Except he is ignoring the courts, and the Senate isn't stopping him. Trump controls the lower house, but not the upper house. >The Senate didn't even think an attempted coup, including targetting the Senate with an angry mob, was an issue. You think they'll fight over trade?  They don't have to do anything, just wait until the courts take away Trump's toy and he will have to look for other ways.

FuggleyBrew

>Not in such quantities Yes, in fact in higher quantities. Diminishing returns hits the country who has had more investment earlier then countries which have had less investment. That's what diminishing returns is about.  >But it's not just about money, it's also about culture and demography. I don't trust the Germans, it was 2014, it was 2022, they didn't do anything in fact Spare me the American exceptionalism bullshit. US had better regulatory environments, that spurred increased investment. Emphasis on past tense. The US has torched the PCAOB, the SEC, FTC, and numerous other valuable institutions. Without them American companies books are coasting on trust alone. >The year the US experiences famine will go down in history US is cutting food assistance to low income families and school lunch programs.  >Courts are stopping Trump's actions And Trump is ignoring them, while the House and Senate ignore the disobedience. >the budget still has to pass the Senate, where Trump does not have a majority of sycophants But the senators will always insist on passing something.  >Trump for 4 years, most of them longer If the US will remove him even after four years. The last time he attempted to end democracy the republicans joined ranks and insisted he be allowed to do so.  >Trump is unlikely to be able to ignore the courts. If with El Salvador he can refer to another jurisdiction, then with customs he can’t Except he is ignoring the courts, and the Senate isn't stopping him. The Senate didn't even think an attempted coup, including targetting the Senate with an angry mob, was an issue. You think they'll fight over trade? 

onamixt

So Trump just had to ask nicely to delay the FTC’s order? LMAO. That’s why market was unenthusiastic the whole day.

pizzapiesinthesky

So...we're screwed no matter what, huh? I thought the FTC blocking this nonsense was good news, but now it seems like it's going to still annihilate us. This sucks.

Super-Extent-1210

I am not privy to the case, but you get hints from the judges during the hearings. Just like I am sure that the FTC is gonna lose against meta big time.

ZeFR01

Damn I just learn the meaning of 🌮 only for the FTC to make it obsolete.

officejack

Like I said plenty of times, as an accountant, all that litigation liability is already on their books. When the FTC and/or DOJ settle. Most likely it's for a lower amount than what they have in their financial statements. Bad press will only last as long as people have attention spans for it. Which, thanks to video shorts, is pretty short. So the equivalent to 3 min long videos but with bad press😅😂😂☠️

FlaccidEggroll

The sovereign wealth fund is a terrible idea, and yes it would be used as a form of crony capitalism. The golden share idea, however, is one I agree with, and I think the US should do more of it. The supreme court has had a field day over the last 40 or so years destroying the ability of the government to regulate business through agencies like the FCC, FTC, NLRB, etc. Instead of trying to fix that problem, it could be entirely avoided if the government itself were a private owner in our largest companies, especially the ones that have national importance to the US, much like other countries do already. My problem, however, is that I do not trust the systems currently in place to prevent this kind of system from becoming nefarious, and becoming like you said; a supercharged version of crony capitalism. As long as there is an ability for government officials to rotate in and out of the private and public sector, a broken lobbying industry, and campaign finance issues, this will fail, and it will not be pretty. The government cannot even keep itself from boosting the militaries budget every year, or cutting taxes for people who do not need it, so I can't imagine this working to our benefit, especially if congress cannot get its shit together and fix the blatant corruption.

Rats_in_the_wall

This offer exhibits multiple classic signs of a cryptocurrency scam: guaranteed high daily returns (+15% per day), requests for upfront deposits, use of an unofficial “promo address” (newnet.free), and promises of repetitive transactions for bonuses. Legitimate airdrops never require you to send funds or repeatedly deposit/withdraw to a private address. Numerous reports on Reddit and security advisories highlight that similar EOS “airdrops” are phishing schemes designed to steal your tokens. Key Red Flags 1. Unrealistic Guaranteed Returns Legitimate crypto promotions may reward you with tokens, but never promise fixed, high-percentage returns on your deposit every single day. A promise of +15% daily return is a hallmark of a Ponzi-style or phishing scam, not a genuine airdrop 2. Upfront Deposits to Private Addresses Requiring you to send EOS (or any coin) to a non-official address (newnet.free) is blatant phishing—there is no credible project or exchange “promo address” by this name. Real airdrops distribute tokens directly to your wallet without you sending funds first 3. Multiple Daily Transactions Requirement No reputable exchange or project asks you to perform 15 transactions per day to unlock a bonus. This mechanic only increases the likelihood you’ll send a large amount by mistake and never get it back Scam Mechanism Phishing Address-Poisoning Scammers exploit wallet-address truncation or spoof addresses that look familiar. The FBI warns that address-poisoning attacks rely on users failing to notice slight differences in addresses, ultimately draining wallets when users send funds to the phishing address Fake Airdrop Phishing Sites Security researchers have documented EOS “airdrops” that redirect victims to phishing landing pages mimicking official exchanges, then immediately steal funds once deposited. Social Proof & Staged Screenshots The post’s screenshots and “user testimonials” are almost certainly fabricated. Scammers often reuse or fake screenshots to build credibility before disappearing with victims’ tokens How Legitimate Airdrops Work Free Distribution: Tokens are sent directly to your wallet address; you do not send your own funds first. Official Announcements: Projects announce airdrops on their verified social channels or through well-known crypto news outlets. No Deposit/Withdraw Loops: You may complete simple tasks (e.g., holding a token, social media engagement), but you’re never asked to deposit and withdraw repeatedly for bonuses Recommendations Do Not Send Funds: Never deposit EOS (or any crypto) to a private or unfamiliar address promising returns. Verify via Official Channels: Check each exchange’s official blog or Twitter account for any airdrop notices—none of the major exchanges listed (Binance, Coinbase, Kraken, etc.) have ever promoted such a scheme Use Scam-Tracking Resources: Refer to government and consumer-protection sites like the California DFPI’s Crypto Scam Tracker or the FTC’s consumer alerts to stay updated on emerging crypto scams Report Suspicious Posts: Notify Reddit moderators or the relevant platform when you encounter posts purporting “guaranteed returns” airdrops. Given these points and multiple security advisories, this post is almost certainly a scam. Never engage with it or send any funds to the provided address.

EasternPlantain4129

The SEC rule 15c2-11 limits OTC trading and kills potential gains. We need to flood the FTC comments to push for its removal and bring back true market freedom.

themcp

No, it won't get that far. The shareholders would win their lawsuits against the executives. When shareholders can show that a company spent money and can argue they didn't have to, courts are very deferential to the shareholders. That's why when I was offered a VP level position at a company I made sure I got a non-executive title, because I did not want to be beholden to the FTC or shareholders.

WSB-Rizzler

-7k on google calls FTC announced a probe like an hour after I bought

Rats_in_the_wall

This offer exhibits multiple classic signs of a cryptocurrency scam: guaranteed high daily returns (+15% per day), requests for upfront deposits, use of an unofficial “promo address” (newnet.free), and promises of repetitive transactions for bonuses. Legitimate airdrops never require you to send funds or repeatedly deposit/withdraw to a private address. Numerous reports on Reddit and security advisories highlight that similar EOS “airdrops” are phishing schemes designed to steal your tokens. Key Red Flags 1. Unrealistic Guaranteed Returns Legitimate crypto promotions may reward you with tokens, but never promise fixed, high-percentage returns on your deposit every single day. A promise of +15% daily return is a hallmark of a Ponzi-style or phishing scam, not a genuine airdrop 2. Upfront Deposits to Private Addresses Requiring you to send EOS (or any coin) to a non-official address (newnet.free) is blatant phishing—there is no credible project or exchange “promo address” by this name. Real airdrops distribute tokens directly to your wallet without you sending funds first 3. Multiple Daily Transactions Requirement No reputable exchange or project asks you to perform 15 transactions per day to unlock a bonus. This mechanic only increases the likelihood you’ll send a large amount by mistake and never get it back Scam Mechanism Phishing Address-Poisoning Scammers exploit wallet-address truncation or spoof addresses that look familiar. The FBI warns that address-poisoning attacks rely on users failing to notice slight differences in addresses, ultimately draining wallets when users send funds to the phishing address Fake Airdrop Phishing Sites Security researchers have documented EOS “airdrops” that redirect victims to phishing landing pages mimicking official exchanges, then immediately steal funds once deposited. Social Proof & Staged Screenshots The post’s screenshots and “user testimonials” are almost certainly fabricated. Scammers often reuse or fake screenshots to build credibility before disappearing with victims’ tokens How Legitimate Airdrops Work Free Distribution: Tokens are sent directly to your wallet address; you do not send your own funds first. Official Announcements: Projects announce airdrops on their verified social channels or through well-known crypto news outlets. No Deposit/Withdraw Loops: You may complete simple tasks (e.g., holding a token, social media engagement), but you’re never asked to deposit and withdraw repeatedly for bonuses Recommendations Do Not Send Funds: Never deposit EOS (or any crypto) to a private or unfamiliar address promising returns. Verify via Official Channels: Check each exchange’s official blog or Twitter account for any airdrop notices—none of the major exchanges listed (Binance, Coinbase, Kraken, etc.) have ever promoted such a scheme Use Scam-Tracking Resources: Refer to government and consumer-protection sites like the California DFPI’s Crypto Scam Tracker or the FTC’s consumer alerts to stay updated on emerging crypto scams Report Suspicious Posts: Notify Reddit moderators or the relevant platform when you encounter posts purporting “guaranteed returns” airdrops. Given these points and multiple security advisories, this post is almost certainly a scam. Never engage with it or send any funds to the provided address.

Rats_in_the_wall

This offer exhibits multiple classic signs of a cryptocurrency scam: guaranteed high daily returns (+15% per day), requests for upfront deposits, use of an unofficial “promo address” (newnet.free), and promises of repetitive transactions for bonuses. Legitimate airdrops never require you to send funds or repeatedly deposit/withdraw to a private address. Numerous reports on Reddit and security advisories highlight that similar EOS “airdrops” are phishing schemes designed to steal your tokens. Key Red Flags 1. Unrealistic Guaranteed Returns Legitimate crypto promotions may reward you with tokens, but never promise fixed, high-percentage returns on your deposit every single day. A promise of +15% daily return is a hallmark of a Ponzi-style or phishing scam, not a genuine airdrop 2. Upfront Deposits to Private Addresses Requiring you to send EOS (or any coin) to a non-official address (newnet.free) is blatant phishing—there is no credible project or exchange “promo address” by this name. Real airdrops distribute tokens directly to your wallet without you sending funds first 3. Multiple Daily Transactions Requirement No reputable exchange or project asks you to perform 15 transactions per day to unlock a bonus. This mechanic only increases the likelihood you’ll send a large amount by mistake and never get it back Scam Mechanism Phishing Address-Poisoning Scammers exploit wallet-address truncation or spoof addresses that look familiar. The FBI warns that address-poisoning attacks rely on users failing to notice slight differences in addresses, ultimately draining wallets when users send funds to the phishing address Fake Airdrop Phishing Sites Security researchers have documented EOS “airdrops” that redirect victims to phishing landing pages mimicking official exchanges, then immediately steal funds once deposited. Social Proof & Staged Screenshots The post’s screenshots and “user testimonials” are almost certainly fabricated. Scammers often reuse or fake screenshots to build credibility before disappearing with victims’ tokens How Legitimate Airdrops Work Free Distribution: Tokens are sent directly to your wallet address; you do not send your own funds first. Official Announcements: Projects announce airdrops on their verified social channels or through well-known crypto news outlets. No Deposit/Withdraw Loops: You may complete simple tasks (e.g., holding a token, social media engagement), but you’re never asked to deposit and withdraw repeatedly for bonuses Recommendations Do Not Send Funds: Never deposit EOS (or any crypto) to a private or unfamiliar address promising returns. Verify via Official Channels: Check each exchange’s official blog or Twitter account for any airdrop notices—none of the major exchanges listed (Binance, Coinbase, Kraken, etc.) have ever promoted such a scheme Use Scam-Tracking Resources: Refer to government and consumer-protection sites like the California DFPI’s Crypto Scam Tracker or the FTC’s consumer alerts to stay updated on emerging crypto scams Report Suspicious Posts: Notify Reddit moderators or the relevant platform when you encounter posts purporting “guaranteed returns” airdrops. Given these points and multiple security advisories, this post is almost certainly a scam. Never engage with it or send any funds to the provided address.

Bondarelu

The 🍊is so full of 💩 1. EU Formation Purpose Claim: The EU was formed to take advantage of the U.S. on trade. • Source: European Union official history – EUropa.eu • Facts: The EU evolved from post-WWII treaties (Treaty of Rome 1957, Maastricht 1993) to promote peace, economic integration, and avoid future wars—not to target any external economy. • Conclusion: False. No credible economic source supports this claim. ⸻ 2. Trade Barriers & VAT Taxes Claim: The EU uses powerful trade barriers and VAT taxes to harm the U.S. • Trade Barriers: • Source: World Trade Organization (WTO) • Facts: Both EU and U.S. have average applied MFN tariffs between 2–4%. Sectors like agriculture or autos may be higher, but such differences are normal in trade policy. • Conclusion: Partially true, but exaggerated. Both sides apply trade rules within WTO norms. • VAT Taxes: • Source: OECD / European Commission • Facts: VAT is applied equally to all goods, domestic and foreign. The U.S. does not have VAT, but that doesn’t make the EU’s VAT discriminatory. • Conclusion: Misleading. VAT is not a protectionist tool. ⸻ 3. Corporate Penalties and Lawsuits Claim: EU fines U.S. companies unfairly. • Source: European Commission Competition Directorate • Facts: The EU fined companies like Google ($5B), Apple ($14B in tax), Meta—based on antitrust laws or GDPR violations. • U.S. Comparison: The U.S. FTC and DoJ also fine companies, but regulatory standards differ. • Conclusion: Subjective. Based on enforceable EU laws—not uniquely targeted at U.S. firms. ⸻ 4. Monetary Manipulation Claim: The EU engages in monetary manipulation. • Source: International Monetary Fund (IMF) External Sector Report • Facts: The European Central Bank (ECB) maintains eurozone stability and inflation targets. The euro is not undervalued in a way that meets U.S. Treasury thresholds for “currency manipulation.” • Conclusion: False. No reputable institution considers the EU a currency manipulator. ⸻ 5. U.S.-EU Trade Deficit ($250B) Claim: U.S. has a $250B trade deficit with the EU. • Source: U.S. Census Bureau – Trade Data • Facts (2023 data): • Goods trade deficit: ~$202 billion • Services trade surplus: ~$60 billion • Net trade deficit: closer to $140–$150 billion • Conclusion: Exaggerated. The number is inflated by ignoring services. ⸻ 6. Proposed 50% Tariff Claim: Trump recommends a 50% tariff on EU goods. • Source: U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), WTO • Facts: A 50% blanket tariff would violate WTO rules, risk EU retaliation, and likely raise prices for U.S. consumers. • Historical Parallel: 2018 U.S. tariffs on EU steel (25%) triggered retaliatory tariffs on American goods (e.g., Harley-Davidson, bourbon). • Conclusion: Policy proposal, but economically risky.

jerryseinsmell

The DOJ and the FTC have jurisdiction over corporate mergers. Not DJT. He doesn’t get to make every decision.

lee1026

FDR is the one that set the precedent in Humphrey's Executor. Congress put in a law that says that FTC can't be fired by the president, FDR disagreed, the courts ruled in FDR's favor.

Rats_in_the_wall

This offer exhibits multiple classic signs of a cryptocurrency scam: guaranteed high daily returns (+15% per day), requests for upfront deposits, use of an unofficial “promo address” (newnet.free), and promises of repetitive transactions for bonuses. Legitimate airdrops never require you to send funds or repeatedly deposit/withdraw to a private address. Numerous reports on Reddit and security advisories highlight that similar EOS “airdrops” are phishing schemes designed to steal your tokens. Key Red Flags 1. Unrealistic Guaranteed Returns Legitimate crypto promotions may reward you with tokens, but never promise fixed, high-percentage returns on your deposit every single day. A promise of +15% daily return is a hallmark of a Ponzi-style or phishing scam, not a genuine airdrop 2. Upfront Deposits to Private Addresses Requiring you to send EOS (or any coin) to a non-official address (newnet.free) is blatant phishing—there is no credible project or exchange “promo address” by this name. Real airdrops distribute tokens directly to your wallet without you sending funds first 3. Multiple Daily Transactions Requirement No reputable exchange or project asks you to perform 15 transactions per day to unlock a bonus. This mechanic only increases the likelihood you’ll send a large amount by mistake and never get it back Scam Mechanism Phishing Address-Poisoning Scammers exploit wallet-address truncation or spoof addresses that look familiar. The FBI warns that address-poisoning attacks rely on users failing to notice slight differences in addresses, ultimately draining wallets when users send funds to the phishing address Fake Airdrop Phishing Sites Security researchers have documented EOS “airdrops” that redirect victims to phishing landing pages mimicking official exchanges, then immediately steal funds once deposited. Social Proof & Staged Screenshots The post’s screenshots and “user testimonials” are almost certainly fabricated. Scammers often reuse or fake screenshots to build credibility before disappearing with victims’ tokens How Legitimate Airdrops Work Free Distribution: Tokens are sent directly to your wallet address; you do not send your own funds first. Official Announcements: Projects announce airdrops on their verified social channels or through well-known crypto news outlets. No Deposit/Withdraw Loops: You may complete simple tasks (e.g., holding a token, social media engagement), but you’re never asked to deposit and withdraw repeatedly for bonuses Recommendations Do Not Send Funds: Never deposit EOS (or any crypto) to a private or unfamiliar address promising returns. Verify via Official Channels: Check each exchange’s official blog or Twitter account for any airdrop notices—none of the major exchanges listed (Binance, Coinbase, Kraken, etc.) have ever promoted such a scheme Use Scam-Tracking Resources: Refer to government and consumer-protection sites like the California DFPI’s Crypto Scam Tracker or the FTC’s consumer alerts to stay updated on emerging crypto scams Report Suspicious Posts: Notify Reddit moderators or the relevant platform when you encounter posts purporting “guaranteed returns” airdrops. Given these points and multiple security advisories, this post is almost certainly a scam. Never engage with it or send any funds to the provided address.

Rats_in_the_wall

This offer exhibits multiple classic signs of a cryptocurrency scam: guaranteed high daily returns (+15% per day), requests for upfront deposits, use of an unofficial “promo address” (newnet.free), and promises of repetitive transactions for bonuses. Legitimate airdrops never require you to send funds or repeatedly deposit/withdraw to a private address. Numerous reports on Reddit and security advisories highlight that similar EOS “airdrops” are phishing schemes designed to steal your tokens. Key Red Flags 1. Unrealistic Guaranteed Returns Legitimate crypto promotions may reward you with tokens, but never promise fixed, high-percentage returns on your deposit every single day. A promise of +15% daily return is a hallmark of a Ponzi-style or phishing scam, not a genuine airdrop 2. Upfront Deposits to Private Addresses Requiring you to send EOS (or any coin) to a non-official address (newnet.free) is blatant phishing—there is no credible project or exchange “promo address” by this name. Real airdrops distribute tokens directly to your wallet without you sending funds first 3. Multiple Daily Transactions Requirement No reputable exchange or project asks you to perform 15 transactions per day to unlock a bonus. This mechanic only increases the likelihood you’ll send a large amount by mistake and never get it back Scam Mechanism Phishing Address-Poisoning Scammers exploit wallet-address truncation or spoof addresses that look familiar. The FBI warns that address-poisoning attacks rely on users failing to notice slight differences in addresses, ultimately draining wallets when users send funds to the phishing address Fake Airdrop Phishing Sites Security researchers have documented EOS “airdrops” that redirect victims to phishing landing pages mimicking official exchanges, then immediately steal funds once deposited. Social Proof & Staged Screenshots The post’s screenshots and “user testimonials” are almost certainly fabricated. Scammers often reuse or fake screenshots to build credibility before disappearing with victims’ tokens How Legitimate Airdrops Work Free Distribution: Tokens are sent directly to your wallet address; you do not send your own funds first. Official Announcements: Projects announce airdrops on their verified social channels or through well-known crypto news outlets. No Deposit/Withdraw Loops: You may complete simple tasks (e.g., holding a token, social media engagement), but you’re never asked to deposit and withdraw repeatedly for bonuses Recommendations Do Not Send Funds: Never deposit EOS (or any crypto) to a private or unfamiliar address promising returns. Verify via Official Channels: Check each exchange’s official blog or Twitter account for any airdrop notices—none of the major exchanges listed (Binance, Coinbase, Kraken, etc.) have ever promoted such a scheme Use Scam-Tracking Resources: Refer to government and consumer-protection sites like the California DFPI’s Crypto Scam Tracker or the FTC’s consumer alerts to stay updated on emerging crypto scams Report Suspicious Posts: Notify Reddit moderators or the relevant platform when you encounter posts purporting “guaranteed returns” airdrops. Given these points and multiple security advisories, this post is almost certainly a scam. Never engage with it or send any funds to the provided address.

Unlucky-Clock5230

The greatest thing that happened to me last year was a black swan event where I was left holding the bag. Long story shorty a company (RILY) that had a heart attack; I got assigned before the stock price cratered on seriously bad news. The funny thing is that I was excited to see it happen; things 3 standard deviations from the mean are unlikely, but they are not outside of the realm of possibility. No amount of navel gazing compares to what you can learn when it happens to you. I may hit some high IV stocks but I avoid garbage stocks; too many unknowns that diminish the reliability of probabilities. I didn't think RILY was a bad stock, but when the CFO is put on leave, the FTC opens a fresh investigation, and the last few earnings reports get recalled, all numbers get reset and you find yourself in a whole different board game.

Jerikolol

yes, but prolly will need to keep shares/expiry date until after their FTC lawsuit decision? so 6-12 months? until then price is deflated i think, no good news pumps this shitcuck stock

IJustSignedUpToUp

You cultists won't even do a cursory Google search, and then when I do it for you you'll disregard it. They completely killed the CFPB, which along with keeping banks from ripping you off, gave you protection from countersuit if you accused a corporation of illegal practices....like false advertising of your made in America advertising. The FTC is directly responsible for making sure the Made in America claim is valid, has been hobbled and defunded, and recently had its data handed over to DOGE so that the companies that are under investigation for not abiding by the law can be extorted rather than actually made to follow the law. The terrible no good trade deal enacted by whatever fcking moron that was in charge in 2017 signed USMCA, which requires that a ton of components in manufactured items have their country of origin marked....the requirements for checking that labeling at the border fell to CBP, which is now laser focused on immigration rather than manufacturing labels on imports. On top of that, the new fcking moron we elected told the signatories of USMCA that were just gonna ignore it until they pay us a bribe. So, they're no longer bound by their requirements to document pass through suppliers that buy the shit from China, repackage it in Canada or Mexico, and previously would have been required to mark the original supplier. That's not even getting into the reduced regulation and inspection on banned chemicals and metals being present in construction materials...Make Lead Paint Great Again.

quirkygirl123

It also: * **Limits on Nationwide Injunctions**: Federal district judges would no longer be able to block federal policies nationwide unless approved by a special three-judge panel. * **Contempt Restrictions**: Courts would face new limits on enforcing contempt rulings, making it harder to ensure compliance from the executive branch. * **FTC Power Stripped**: Federal antitrust enforcement would be moved entirely to the DOJ, cutting out the FTC and giving more direct control to the president. * **REINS Act Add-On**: Major new federal regulations would need congressional approval to take effect—and existing ones would expire after five years without it.

ShortbusRacingTeam

Walmart has been keeping price’s artificially low and putting smaller orgs out of business for 30 years. Govt subsidies have enabled that. I don’t shop there or have sympathy for their margins. I do agree those margins will be even harder to sustain if they don’t raise prices. But we also wouldn’t be having this conversation if the administration had been honest about what a tariff is, how it’s designed to be used, and who pays it. The Bezos and Walton families have altered the American economy forever. If the FTC did its job, they’d have been broken up a decade ago.

Arche93

Tesler got the White House hook up, though. Much love (or neglect, which is even better for those scoundrels) from the NTSB, FBI, DOJ, FTC, SEC, NLRB, I could go on. I expect lots of dismissals and NDA-bound settlements. Meet the new boss, same as the old boss.

Hooked__On__Chronics

1: [Project 2025, Explained (ACLU)](https://www.aclu.org/project-2025-explained) 2: [Project 2025 (Wikipedia)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Project_2025#Policies) Take a look, but I'll grab some quick samples for you: - "take partisan control of key government agencies, including the Department of Justice (DOJ), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Department of Commerce (DOC), and Federal Trade Commission (FTC)" (2) - "Project 2025 suggests a number of ways to cut funding for Medicaid, such as caps on federal funding" (2) - "The admission of refugees would be curtailed, and processing fees for asylum seekers would increase" (2) - "In April 2024, Heritage said that Project 2025 policy includes "arresting, detaining, and removing immigration violators anywhere in the United States"." (2) - "These forces could then arrest illegal immigrants nationwide. Detainees would then be held in internment camps near the border before deportation." (2) - "It proposes defunding the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private, nonprofit corporation that provides funding for the Public Broadcasting System and National Public Radio" (2) - "recommends the words "gender", "abortion", "reproductive health", and "sexual and reproductive rights" be purged from all USAID programs and documents" (2) - "it envisions a significant reduction of the federal government's role in education" (2) - "Cuts should be made to the funding for free school meals" (2) - "Project 2025 encourages the president to ensure that "any research conducted with taxpayer dollars serves the national interest in a concrete way in line with conservative principles".[97]: 686  For example, research in climatology should receive considerably less funding, in line with Project 2025's views on climate change." (2) - "Project 2025 advocates downsizing the EPA." (2) - "Project 2025 proposes reclassifying tens of thousands of federal civil service workers as political appointees in order to replace them with Trump loyalists." (2) I only picked out snippets from source #2, but you can read #1, as I'm sure it's a well-written piece as well. I just specifically wanted to make sure I quoted a more neutral source. It sounds like I'm cherry picking, but I'm really not. If you just read through it, you'll realize this is stuff that they're pushing or literally already did in a matter of months.

scootscoot

Will Walmart's anti-trust case be from the DOJ or FTC?

someroastedbeef

if you hate money buy puts. the only way it goes down is if the FTC blocks the acquisition or FL rejects the offer, which both would never happen

Spear_n_Magic_Helmet

uh oh the FTC’s Negative Option Rule just kicked in, no more puts allowed yall (if you are acoustic this is a joke, it’s not those kind of options)

officejack

I mean, their financials are constant and strong. They got 400+ employees, so the DOJ or FTC will just slap a fine which UNH will overstate in their coming accounting notes as a beat on priced in fines/fees. FYI, I also believe that most ran insurance companies are some of the evilest companies are here, but I bought long calls yesterday. ¯\\\_(ツ)\_/¯

Ok-Fee9097

Thanks for sharing your experience it’s important that people hear both sides when it comes to paid financial communities. If you feel you’ve been scammed or misled, it may also be worth reporting the situation to platforms like Discord or the FTC to help protect others more formally. In general, anyone promising big returns or running a pay-to-play investment group should be transparent, consistent, and open to questions or feedback. If they’re not, that’s a red flag. For anyone looking to get into options or private investing, I’d recommend sticking with platforms or communities that are regulated, or at the very least have a clear, verifiable track record. I’ve personally been using a site called LPShares to explore private investment opportunities it’s been a useful alternative for learning how real capital flows without the hype or pressure. Always good to stay cautious and help others do the same.

Independent-Green383

Let me guess, before issuing this order, Trump helped HHS, FDA, CMS, Commerce, USTR, DOJ, and FTC to develop regulations, monitor global prices, enforce compliance, manage importation, and handle legal challenges, all the while cutting down their workforce and budget, right?

ParentalAdvis0ry

Sooo couple questions: - How is this better than a price cap? - How the hell is this going to be enforced when the FDA, FTC, & SEC, and every other agency that might have an inkling of a jurisdictional interest, are actively being gutted? - What's to stop the drug maker from raising foreign prices to meet the current US price instead of lowering US prices? (The "get fucked poor countries" method) - Do countries receiving free meds through humanitarian programs count, thus granting us those drugs for free, too?

zhouyu24

GOOG in it with the DOJ and META in it with the FTC over antitrust laws.

spac420

not entitled to preliminary injunction means FTC is tryna taken em to trial.

cn607258

Article 2 does not give the president the power to use executive action to dictate trade policy nor does it allow him to raise taxes. Your argument is fundamentally flawed. The president can make treaties with the advice and consent of the senate. No treaty can be created by executive action alone not trade policy can be created by executive action alone. The Supreme Court has ruled on the advice and consent powers several times for treaties and international agreements. Also, most of the other trade policy the president overseas were the delegating of congressional authority through legislation. IE the creation of the SEC, FTC etc.

learningorsomething

The chain of getting in trouble looks like \- Anamolously good trade, timed well, large position \- Either FTC notices it or someone reports it to them \- One of their investigators looks into it \- Investigator surfaces your connection and/or sees this comment \- you get in trouble

GME_Me_ASAP

A lot of misinformation in the comments. Don't believe them, OP. It's against FTC regulation to have two CEOs in one industry who are related. It's a conflict of interest.

OrdinaryMix4013

FTC Release: FTC Takes Action Against Uber for Deceptive Billing and Cancellation Practices UBER up 2%. some clown shite.

primalmaximus

Yes, but if Google owns 70% of the marketshare for online advertising, it's close enough to one that the FTC is justified in splitting Google Adservices from the rest of Alphabet, since the data provided by the Google Search Engine and the Chrome browser is what enables Google Adservices to dominate so much of the market.

cbusoh66

It's 2030, Trump is now President for Life, The Pope, the Federal Reserve Chair, and the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court Corporations have reported "record profits" for 24 straight quarters and can fudge their books as they see fit after the Supreme Leader has eliminated SEC, FTC, IRS, and most govt agencies. 78% of the U.S. population lives in poverty and continue to flood Mexican and Canadian borders illegally in endless "caravans" as they seek better lives for their children. SPY is 6000. WSB is 100 million members strong, with over 99.8% posting daily losses shorting TSLA and PLTR.

primalmaximus

It's the bundle of the Chrome Browser, the Google Search Engine, and Google Adworks. All 3 of those working in concert gives Alphabet, the parent company of Google, a massively controlling influence in the online ad industry. Chrome Browser is intalled by default on every android device. Google is the default search engine on Chrome. And Android devices have a Google search bar on their homepage that doesn't even require you to open your browser. Google can tweak their search algorithm to give certain sites higher visibility. The Google Search Engine and the Chrome Browser gives Alphabet a lot of user data for targeted ads. And Google Adservices lets them put ads within a webpage on top of being able to tweak the search algorithm to give certain sites higher visibility. All 3 of them combined give Alphabet an absolutely **massive** advantage when it comes to the business of online ads. The user data provided by Chrome and the Google Search engine gives Google Adservices a massively unfair advantage compared to their rivals. The FTC is saying Alphabet cannot own a web browser, a search engine, and an online ad service at the same time because of how all 3 create a positive feedback loop to give them a massive advantage over any rival. That's why eventually the FTC is likely to eventually force Amazon to divest themselves of their ad program. Amazon Web Services plus the Amazon Marketplace provide the company with similar user data that they can use to enhance their Ad Service program.

RealJamBear

But that's just it. If we spent less time focusing on Trump and more time focusing on his cabinet and those capitulating to him we could be more effective. We should be focusing on what RFK Jr. Is doing, what Andrew Ferguson (FTC Chair) is doing, what Linda McMahon is doing, etc. We should be calling out Jeff Bezos for giving in to Trump and praising what he was doing by being transparent about tariffs before he caved. It WORKED on Elon. He left DOGE because of the backlash against his companies. Trump is a smokescreen as far as we are concerned. People like Zelensky are handling him brilliantly but they also deal with him directly. Also, Zelensky didn't beat Trump so much as manipulate and out maneuver him - in Trump's mind he won. We need to set our sites on the politicians and business leaders that support Trump and support the ones that stand up to him. Rage against the machine, not the operator. Trump is powerless without those that enable him, and part of the battle is recognizing that liberals/Democrats are part of the machine that is enabling him by focusing our attention on him, by design. Pissing us off and hurting us to get us to retaliate against him is a critical part of his gameplan. Idk if you're familiar with MMO mechanics but basically he's taunting us and tanking all the damage we deal while the rest of his party is destroying us.

Super-Extent-1210

Your time will be in fall this year. After FTC case is settled.

Super-Extent-1210

Meta momentum is back. 750 when Chinese deal is done and 950 by October when it wins the FTC case.

spaacingout

Your first mistake was investing in a monopoly that’s doomed to fail due to fraudulent practices. (FTC class action just one example) Your second mistake was believing Trump represents America. He represents nothing American beyond sheer greed. He’s the worst example of what an American can be, a tyrannical dictator who has proven without any possible doubt, that he cares only for himself, nobody else, he doesn’t care about Americans, he cares about how much he can rob us and subjugate us, divide us and get us fighting with our own kin. And he’s succeeded.

cbusoh66

It's 2029, Trump is now a 3rd term President, The Pope, and the Federal Reserve Chair. Optimus robots have replaced police and military forces, and operate under new "shoot first, ask questions later" Mexico and Canada have declared martial law to prevent massive American illegal immigrants from entering their countries. SPY is trading above 3000 after the elimination of the SEC, FTC, IRS, and most oversight govt agencies.

Most_Newspaper306

this just cannot fucking be. This is the most obvious insider trading BS country and market in the world. People put actual money on this and the fucking FTC does freaking nothing again this BS

Super-Extent-1210

Meta bers are holding to their only hope - the weakest antitrust case from the FTC.

Hacking_the_Gibson

Man, Google is living in the fucking root cellar because of an anti-trust case, and their numbers are actually continuing to get better. Apple has been stagnant for a number of quarters, they are incredibly exposed to tariffs, and now a criminal contempt case stop renewed anti-trust scrutiny to accompany one of the richer multiples on the market? Heck, they are also facing a $20B or so annual hole in their net income if indeed the FTC blocks the Google revenue sharing deal.

Brokenandburnt

That last part has more or less come true. The IRS was understaffed to begin with, and so far DOGE has fired 7k workers, from ~87K. They _want_ to fire 35k more but how they'll justify that I don't know. They have also gutted FTC, for some mysterious reason the department most involved with fraud was hardest hit. On a different note, wasn't Musk under a couple of FTC investigations by any chance? I'm guessing not any longer in any case.

zer0dtez

Zucchini with the 6D chess move saying tariffs won’t affect business. The king will like that and his FTC will gonna drop their case

blufin

Rule of law is tenuous at best now in the US. If Trump doesnt like you, he'll set the DoJ, IRS, FBI and FTC on you to investigate you. The Supreme court wont defend you, and the Republican Congress wont raise a finger to help. You've got to tread carefully to make it out the other side without getting damaged.

Hot-You-7366

oh look two companies that have been in front of the FTC for being monopolies managed to have a good quarter. SURPRISE recession over!

BandicootWestern663

Bull case for TSLA: X/Xai, spaceX, starlink etc. lever up and to buy tesla stock - raising it to ATHs. TSLA, now at ATH, then buys X and spaceX in all-stock transactions, paying a premium for both, that are already valued in the stratosphere. Elmo now has a neural link to Ara in an optimus body giving handys in my cybercab over starlink and collecting data for X to somehow extort more money out of me. Orange man is here, so stock manipulation is ok and the SEC and FTC are on vacation for 4 years. meh, probably inevitable

Prethiraj

Probably told him FTC case will break them up if he doesn't stop

AP9384629344432

It's because Amazon wants to keep buying up other companies and knows the admin can screw up these plans with the FTC. (They thought Lina Khan was the end of their troubles, guess not)

Silent_Road3852

As he hits big tech with FTC lawsuits and massive tariffs lmao

saint_davidsonian

I wasn't really talking about who controls it I was talking about the executive order giving the president power to remove them you twat. This is what the legislation was: For Leaders of Independent Agencies (e.g., SEC, FTC, Federal Reserve, FCC): Removal: These leaders are often protected by law and can only be removed “for cause”, meaning: Neglect of duty Malfeasance Inefficiency The President cannot fire them just because he disagrees with their policies. Example: In Seila Law LLC v. CFPB (2020), the Supreme Court ruled that the President can remove the head of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, but only under certain conditions depending on how Congress set it up. --- 3. Senate-Confirmed Positions: After Appointment: Removal by the President still typically does not require Senate involvement again. Replacements must be confirmed by the Senate again (new appointment and confirmation). --- 4. Congress’s Role in Removal: Congress cannot directly fire any federal agency head. However, Congress can: Pressure a resignation through hearings, subpoenas, or investigations. Impeach federal officials (very rare for agency heads; more common for judges and presidents). House of Representatives votes to impeach. Senate holds the trial and votes to remove (requires 2/3 majority).