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AG Tong Launches Investigation Into Kik Messenger App

Connecticut AG William Tong announced an investigation into MediaLab.AI Inc. (MediaLab) concerning allegations related to age assurance practices and content moderation on its messaging app Kik, which allows users to send text messages, photos, videos, and join public or private group chats. Connecticut has previously issued a notice of violation under the Connecticut Data Privacy…

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AG Bonta Leads AG Coalition Opposing Proposed FAA Rule

California AG Rob Bonta led a coalition of 18 AGs in submitting a comment letter opposing a proposed Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) rule regarding the application of state labor laws to pilots and flight attendants, arguing that the proposed federal rule could compromise worker welfare by removing all protections for mid-shift meals and rest breaks.…

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FTC Reaches $4.85 Settlement with Payment Processor Nuvei Over Merchant Screening Practices

The FTC has reached a $4.85 million settlement with the global payment processor Nuvei Corporation and its subsidiaries, Nuvei International Group Limited, Nuvei Limited, SafeCharge Digital Limited, and Nuvei Technologies Inc. over allegations that the firm provided payment processing services to merchants that were engaged in alleged deceptive conduct, including technology and support scams that…

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Wisconsin DOJ and DATCP Secure $48 Million Consumer Protection Judgment Against Used Auto Parts Companies and Owner

The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) have obtained a $4.85 million consumer protection judgment against Cudahy-based Midwest Auto Recycling LLC and its subsidiaries, including Engine and Transmission World, Quality Used Engines, Engine Shopper, among others, and its owner, Alfred Talyansky. The case involved allegations…

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