Amazon to pay $2.5bn to settle FTC lawsuit over Prime ‘subscription traps’

Amazon has reached a $2.5 billion settlement with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) over allegations that it enrolled millions of customers in its Prime service without their consent, complicating the cancellation process. This settlement highlights significant concerns about consumer rights and corporate practices, as it underscores the need for transparency in subscription services. The outcome may prompt other companies to reevaluate their enrollment and cancellation processes to avoid similar legal challenges.