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AI Infrastructure Alliance, Inc. (AIIA) has informed the Attorney General and the Federal Trade Commission about changes in its membership as of December 6, 2024, in compliance with the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993. This notice lists multiple organizations that have withdrawn from the group, including companies from countries like Germany, Israel, and Ireland. The Department of Justice had previously published notice of AIIA's original notification and its last update. No alterations have been made to the group's planned activities.

The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Inc. (IEEE) has submitted new notifications under the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993. These notifications, filed on January 11, 2021, aim to limit the recovery of antitrust damages by disclosing changes to IEEE's standards development activities. Specifically, 25 new standards are being initiated and 21 existing ones revised, with more information available on the IEEE website. This process is supported by the Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission, continuing a practice that began with an initial filing on September 17, 2004.

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has proposed a consent agreement with Amazon regarding allegations of misappropriated driver tips through its Amazon Flex program. Between late 2016 and August 2019, Amazon allegedly withheld nearly a third of tips that customers intended for drivers, amounting to approximately $61 million, despite claiming to pass 100% of tips to drivers. The agreement requires Amazon to pay back the full amount withheld and prohibits the company from changing its tipping practices without driver consent. The proposal is open for public comments until March 12, 2021, before final approval by the FTC.

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced a proposed consent order with Mobilewalla Inc., a data broker accused of unlawfully collecting and selling consumers' sensitive location information without obtaining proper consent. The company allegedly violated multiple parts of the FTC Act by collecting and retaining precise location data and targeting consumers based on characteristics revealed by their location history, such as religion or medical conditions. The proposed order aims to restrict Mobilewalla's future data practices, mandating they verify consumer consent and avoid retaining sensitive data indefinitely. The public is invited to comment on this order until January 6, 2025, before the FTC makes a final decision.

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is asking for a three-year extension from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for the clearance of information collection requirements related to the Amplifier Rule, which concerns power output claims for amplifiers in home entertainment products. This clearance, initially expiring on January 31, 2021, helps standardize the measurement and disclosure of these products' features, aiding consumers in making informed purchases. The FTC invites public comments on this extension by February 22, 2021. The deadline extension aims to continue ensuring manufacturers provide consistent information about amplifiers, improving transparency and consumer trust.

The Department of Justice's Antitrust Division has announced that the Expeditionary Missions Consortium—Crane (EMC2) filed notifications about updates to its membership. These updates were sent to the Attorney General and the Federal Trade Commission as part of a rule under the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993. This act limits the recovery of damages by antitrust plaintiffs in certain situations. The consortium added many new members, including research institutions and companies from various states. Membership in the consortium remains open, and EMC2 plans to notify authorities of future changes in its membership.

The Integrated Photonics Institute for Manufacturing Innovation, also known as the American Institute for Manufacturing Integrated Photonics (AIM Photonics), filed notifications with the Attorney General and the Federal Trade Commission on March 11, 2025. These notifications disclosed changes in its membership, with Aeluma, Inc., The Regents of the University of Michigan, and MISUMI USA Inc. joining, while several others, including CSPEED Inc. and Seagate Technology LLC, have left. AIM Photonics filed this information under the National Cooperative Research and Production Act, which provides certain legal protections to group members. Membership remains open, and AIM Photonics plans to continue updating its membership status in the future.

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is proposing to extend the approval for its information collection requirements under the Wool Products Labeling Act of 1939 for another three years. This act requires wool product labels to prevent misbranding and help consumers make informed purchases. The FTC is asking for public comments on the necessity and practicality of these requirements, and whether the burden of maintaining records and providing disclosures could be reduced. Comments must be submitted by April 9, 2021, and can be filed online or via mail.

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced a request for public comments regarding the renewal of Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) clearance for information collection under the Alternative Fuels Rule. The current clearance is set to expire on April 30, 2025, and the FTC is seeking an extension for another three years. This rule involves labeling requirements for alternative fuels and vehicles to ensure consumers receive clear information for decision-making. Comments are due by May 27, 2025, and the FTC emphasizes that submissions should not include sensitive personal or financial information.

The Dynamic Spectrum Alliance, Inc. has informed the Attorney General and the Federal Trade Commission about changes in its membership as per the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993. Federated Wireless, Inc. and the Internet Society have withdrawn from the venture, but membership remains open for others. This filing aims to extend the Act's protection, limiting the recovery of antitrust plaintiffs to actual damages. The original notification was filed in 2020, with the most recent prior update in January 2023.