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FTC Seeks $52.9M in Penalties Against Payment Processor for Order Violations

The Federal Trade Commission has asked a federal court to hold payment processor Cliq, Inc. and its executives in contempt for systematically violating a 2015 order designed to prevent fraud in credit card processing. The agency is seeking $52.9 million in consumer relief and permanent industry bans for the company's CEO and CTO.

•FTC filed contempt motion against Cliq, Inc. and executives for violating 2015 fraud prevention order
•Agency seeks $52.9 million in consumer relief and permanent industry bans for CEO and CTO
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FTC Sues JustAnswer for Deceptive $1 Sign-Up That Triggers $125 Monthly Fees

The Federal Trade Commission filed a lawsuit against JustAnswer LLC and CEO Andrew Kurtzig, alleging the online advice platform deceives consumers by advertising low-cost access for $1-5 while secretly enrolling them in recurring monthly subscriptions costing $28-125. The complaint centers on JustAnswer's failure to obtain proper consumer consent and clearly disclose subscription terms as required by federal law.

•FTC alleges JustAnswer deceives consumers with misleading $1-5 pricing while charging monthly fees up to $125
•Company operates multiple specialized advice websites including legal, veterinary, and women's health platforms
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Colorado Food Company Recalls Bread Crumbs Over Undeclared Allergens

VH Foods Inc., operating as Outside The Breadbox in Colorado Springs, has issued a voluntary recall of 8-ounce packages of bread crumbs due to undeclared egg and milk ingredients that pose serious health risks to consumers with allergies.

•VH Foods Inc. DBA Outside The Breadbox recalled 8-ounce bread crumb packages containing undeclared egg and milk
•Colorado Springs-based company issued voluntary recall on January 12, 2026, in coordination with FDA
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FDA Approves First Treatment for Children With Menkes Disease

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Zycubo (copper histidinate) injection as the first treatment for Menkes disease in pediatric patients. This approval marks a significant milestone for families affected by this rare genetic disorder that previously had no FDA-approved therapeutic options.

•First FDA-approved treatment specifically for Menkes disease in children
•Zycubo (copper histidinate) injection addresses underlying copper deficiency
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Spring & Mulberry Recalls Chocolate Bars Over Salmonella Risk

Spring & Mulberry has voluntarily recalled a specific lot of its Mint Leaf Date Sweetened Chocolate Bar due to potential Salmonella contamination. The FDA announced the recall on Jan. 12, affecting lot #025255 of the 2.1 oz chocolate bars from the Raleigh, North Carolina-based company.

•Voluntary recall affects lot #025255 of Mint Leaf Date Sweetened Chocolate Bar (2.1 oz)
•Potential Salmonella contamination poses serious health risks to consumers
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FDA Announces Recall of Indian Sweets Over Undeclared Milk Allergen

Karison Foods & Snacks Inc has recalled five traditional South Asian sweet products due to undeclared milk allergens. The FDA-announced recall affects 12-ounce containers of popular items including Panjiri, Alsi Pinni, Punjabi Pinni, and Besan Laddoo varieties.

•Five traditional South Asian sweet products recalled for undeclared milk allergen
•Products distributed by Port Washington, NY-based Karison Foods & Snacks Inc
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CFTC Chairman Launches Innovation Advisory Committee

CFTC Chairman Michael S. Selig launched the Innovation Advisory Committee on January 12, 2026, replacing the former Technology Advisory Committee to provide guidance on emerging financial technologies. The committee will advise the Commission on regulatory approaches for AI, blockchain, and cloud computing innovations transforming financial markets.

•CFTC Chairman Selig established Innovation Advisory Committee replacing Technology Advisory Committee
•Committee will focus on AI, blockchain, and cloud computing innovations in financial markets
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Federal Court Blocks Edwards Lifesciences Medical Device Acquisition

The U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia granted the Federal Trade Commission's preliminary injunction request on Jan. 9, blocking Edwards Lifesciences' proposed $945 million acquisition of JenaValve Technology. The FTC argued the deal would reduce competition in the market for transcatheter aortic valve replacement devices that treat life-threatening heart conditions.

•Federal court granted FTC preliminary injunction blocking Edwards' $945 million JenaValve acquisition after six-day trial
•Deal would have combined only two companies with ongoing TAVR-AR device clinical trials in the United States
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FDA Issues Recall Warning for Modern Warrior Supplement With Hidden Drugs

Modern Warrior voluntarily recalled all lots of its 'Modern Warrior Ready' dietary supplement after FDA testing revealed undeclared ingredients including tianeptine, 1,4-DMAA, and aniracetam. The recall affects products sold directly to consumers and highlights ongoing concerns about unapproved substances in dietary supplements.

•Modern Warrior recalled all lots of Modern Warrior Ready supplement on Dec. 22, 2025, after FDA found undeclared ingredients
•Testing identified tianeptine, 1,4-DMAA, and aniracetam - substances not approved for dietary supplement use
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SEC Hosts Final Regulation S-P Compliance Event for Small Firms

The Securities and Exchange Commission announced its third and final outreach event to help small investment firms comply with recent amendments to Regulation S-P, the federal privacy rule governing financial institutions. The hybrid event offers both in-person and virtual attendance options.

•SEC concludes its three-part outreach series with an event specifically targeting small investment firms
•The hybrid format accommodates both in-person and virtual attendance to improve accessibility
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