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Unbridling the FTC and Giving POWER to the NYC People

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27 October 2026

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regulatory

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Generalist

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United States

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Fusion42 · 28 October 2026 · Fusion42 review

New York City plans to introduce the POWER Act, enabling private lawsuits against predatory business practices, while federal bills aim to grant the FTC more direct enforcement powers and authority to seek civil penalties for unfair practices.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Generalist.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

You now face a market with new avenues for consumer lawsuits and faster federal enforcement. Preparing your business for stricter oversight in the US consumer space is urgent as authorities gain stronger tools.

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