FTC alleges Amazon rigged ad auctions for $20B

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The FTC alleges Amazon illegally made about $20 billion by rigging billions of ad auctions. The complaint claims Amazon used its control over the ad marketplace to influence auction outcomes, according to the allegations described in the report.

WHO: Federal Trade Commission (FTC)

WHAT: Alleged Amazon illegally rigged billions of ad auctions to generate about $20 billion.

WHEN: Reported Aug 31, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET

WHERE: USA

WHY: Cause not yet established.

How this story developed (showing 2 of 2 earlier reports)

FTC alleges Amazon rigged ad auctions for $20B gain · Sep 2, 2026 at 12:00 AM ET
FTC, states sue Amazon over alleged secret ad surcharge · Aug 31, 2026 at 10:00 PM ET

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