FTC Sues Amazon For 'Dark Pattern' Tactics To Trick Customers Into Unwanted Prime Subscriptions

The FTC accused Amazon of using deceptive designs to enroll customers in Prime without consent and make canceling difficult.
Amazon called the process ‘Iliad' and rejected changes to make canceling easier, trapping users in recurring charges.
Prime has over 200 million members paying $139 annually for shipping and streaming perks.
The FTC alleges Amazon's checkout and cancellation process was deliberately confusing to trick and frustrate customers into unwanted charges.
The lawsuit follows a $25 million fine against Amazon for violating child privacy laws and highlights increased scrutiny of the company's business practices.