TECH CRUNCH – The FTC and international consumer protection networks studied 642 websites and apps offering subscriptions, finding that ~76% employed manipulative "dark patterns" to influence user behavior. These patterns include tactics like sneaking auto-renewals (81%), making cancellation difficult (70%), and using social proof (21.5%) to push subscriptions. The report suggests increased FTC scrutiny of these practices amid ongoing legal actions, highlighting concerns over consumer privacy and fair market practices.
by Sarah Perez
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