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Report: Amazon Accused of Using Secret Algorithm to Raise Prices

October 03, 2023
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has reportedly alleged that Amazon used a secret algorithm code-named “Project Nessie” to test the limits of price increases while ensuring competitors would follow suit. This algorithm aided Amazon in maximizing its profits across various shopping categories, prompting competitors to raise their prices and charge customers more, according to redacted portions of the […]