#GamingEthics

FTC distributes $72 million in Fortnite refunds from Epic Games

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December 10, 2024 at 12:18PM The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is distributing over $72 million in refunds related to Epic Games’ Fortnite for employing deceptive practices that led players to make unwanted purchases. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **FTC Action**: The Federal Trade Commission is taking action against Epic Games. 2. **Refund Distribution**: Over $72 million is … Read more

FTC distributes $72 million in Fortnite refunds from Epic Games

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December 10, 2024 at 12:11PM The FTC is distributing over $72 million in refunds to Fortnite players due to Epic Games’ use of misleading practices leading to unwanted purchases. The first refunds average $114 for 629,344 players. Claims can be submitted until January 10, 2025, but caution against scams is advised. ### Meeting Takeaways 1. … Read more