The FTC requires a written report to be presented to your governing body at least once a year. Here is what needs to be in it.
The ‘Senior Officer’ Requirement: Is Your Board in the Loop?
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Vendor Risk Management: Your Third-Party is Your Weakest Link
16 CFR § 314.4(f) requires you to oversee your service providers. If they fail, you fail.
Wiretapping Lawsuits: Are Your Website Pixels Illegal?
A wave of lawsuits is targeting businesses for using tracking pixels like Meta Pixel and CAPI. Your marketing strategy might be a legal liability.
Post-CDK Reality: Cyberattacks on Dealers Are Surging
The blood is in the water. Hackers have seen how vulnerable the auto industry is, and the attacks are accelerating.
The Rise of ‘Finders’: Is Your Lead Provider a Financial Institution?
A recent FTC update clarifies that ‘finders’ — people who bring buyers and sellers together — are now covered by the Safeguards Rule.
FTC vs. Asbury: Why Junk Fees are Now a Security Issue
The FTC has filed an administrative complaint against Asbury Automotive Group over junk fees and discriminatory lending. The ongoing case highlights the agency’s aggressive posture toward dealership practices.