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Deceptive Practices

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Nature identifies network of sham academic societies recruiting researchers deceptively

Nature staff report on a network of organizations posing as legitimate academic societies that has been expanding its membership through deceptive recruitment practices. Some prominent researchers have reportedly been drawn in without fully understanding the nature of these groups.

FTC widens eligibility for Amazon Prime settlement payouts

The FTC has expanded the pool of Amazon Prime members eligible for compensation stemming from a 2025 settlement over allegations that Amazon used deceptive tactics to enroll and retain Prime subscribers. Some members who previously did not qualify can now file claims, and certain payouts may be larger than originally announced.