Verizon throttling could trigger FTC investigation of deceptive practices

Verizon throttling could trigger FTC investigation of deceptive practices

6 years ago
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https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2018/08/verizon-throttling-could-trigger-ftc-investigation-of-deceptive-practices/

Thirteen Democratic members of Congress on Friday asked the Federal Trade Commission to investigate Verizon's recent throttling of the Santa Clara County Fire Department while it was fighting California's largest-ever wildfire.

"Throttling directly violates core net neutrality principles," the letter led by US Rep. Anna Eshoo (D-Calif.) said. "In light of the repeal of net neutrality, we urge you to investigate whether Verizon's practices were 'unfair or deceptive' pursuant to Section 5 of the Federal Trade Commission Act." The letter was sent to FTC Chairman Joseph Simons.