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GlobeNewswire Inc.GlobeNewswire Inc.··Bbb National Programs

NAD Upholds Some Ear Wax MD Claims, Orders Modifications to Avoid Misleading Consumers

NAD finds some Eosera Ear Wax MD claims supported but recommends discontinuing comparative superiority and unqualified effectiveness claims. Eosera agrees to comply.
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GlobeNewswire Inc.GlobeNewswire Inc.··Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C.

OneMain Under Fire: State AGs Sue Over Deceptive Lending Practices

New York and 12 state attorneys general sued OneMain Holdings for allegedly misleading borrowers with hidden loan costs. Stock fell 5.38%.
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GlobeNewswire Inc.GlobeNewswire Inc.··Equifax Canada

First-Party Fraud Surges in Canada as Citizens Grapple with Scam Fatigue

First-party fraud in Canada surged 32% to 0.33% by Q4 2025, with 83% of consumers worried about AI-generated fake documents and widespread fraud fatigue.
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BenzingaBenzinga··Namrata Sen

Walmart Settles $100M FTC Case Over Spark Delivery Driver Compensation Claims

Walmart settles $100M FTC case over misleading Spark Delivery driver compensation claims, including false tip distribution promises. Company must improve transparency measures.
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