Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

FTC Proposes $1M Settlement Over accessiBe's Misleading Claims

1/4/2025

39 5

Summary

Story summary

The FTC is taking a stand against accessiBe, proposing a $1 million settlement over misleading claims about its AI-driven web accessibility tool, accessWidget. The company is accused of exaggerating compliance features and hiding ties to reviewers. This order aims to curb deceptive practices and invites public feedback for the next 30 days.

1 of 1

Story summary

The FTC is taking a stand against accessiBe, proposing a $1 million settlement over misleading claims about its AI-driven web accessibility tool, accessWidget. The company is accused of exaggerating compliance features and hiding ties to reviewers. This order aims to curb deceptive practices and invites public feedback for the next 30 days.