New York City to ban firms from using subscription traps, officials say

"New York City Takes a Stand Against Subscription Traps: Consumers to Gain Greater Control Over Online Subscriptions In a move aimed at protecting consumers from aggressive online marketing tactics, New York City is set to implement a new policy banning firms from engaging in subscription traps. These deceptive practices, which often involve hiding auto-renewal terms or making it difficult for customers to cancel their subscriptions, have long been a source of frustration for many online shoppers. Under the new policy, consumers will be able to easily cancel their subscriptions and avoid surprise charges, giving them greater control over their online spending. The move is part of a broader effort to regulate the online subscription economy and promote transparency in the digital marketplace."

By Kanishka Singh WASHINGTON, July 10 (Reuters) - New York City will adopt a policy to ban firms from engaging in subscription traps and enable consumers to easily cancel subscriptions through a ...