Amazon trial begins over alleged Prime subscription deception

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The FTC is suing Amazon, alleging that the company engaged in deceptive Prime sign-up practices by not clearly disclosing terms and making cancellations difficult, potentially affecting tens of millions of customers. Amazon denies wrongdoing, claiming transparency and multiple cancellation options. The trial, starting in Seattle, will determine if Amazon violated consumer protection laws, with significant potential penalties.
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- Amazon faces off against FTC over 'deceptive' Prime program CNBC
- Too tricky to cancel: Amazon faces US trial over alleged Prime subscription deceptions The Guardian
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