New York City to become first in US to ban deceptive subscription practices
4 hours ago
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- New York City introduces a rule banning deceptive subscriptions and 'junk fees', effective from October 1.
- Violators face fines up to $525 per user subscription, back fees, and additional penalties for not providing easy cancellation.
- A proposed rule requires upfront disclosure of total prices, including all mandatory fees, affecting housing and other markets.
- The measures aim to address affordability, with estimated annual savings of $162.5 million for New Yorkers from subscription rules.
- Industry groups oppose such rules, citing overregulation, and a national click-to-cancel rule was struck down in 2025.
- Additional proposals include banning 'surveillance pricing' and including all mandatory fees in stated rental prices.