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New York City enacts Click-to-Cancel law to simplify subscription exits

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New York City has passed a new 'Click-to-Cancel' law requiring businesses to make subscription cancellations as easy as sign-ups. The regulation, championed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani, is set to take effect on October 1, making NYC an early adopter of such consumer protections. A separate proposed rule is also in the works to tackle upfront junk fees charged to consumers. The measures are designed to shield New Yorkers from hidden charges and predatory subscription practices. Major companies including Comcast and Disney had previously opposed similar efforts at the federal level.

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