CDT 2003 Press Releases

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July 28, 2004 Advertising Software Company Sues Deceptive Distributor and Promises Reforms, as CDT's Campaign against Spyware Reaps Dividends
As a result of working with the Center for Democracy and Technology (CDT), advertising software developer 180solutions today announced a lawsuit against a former distribution partner, alleging deceptive practices and breach of contract. In a letter to CDT, the company laid out a plan to prevent further abuse of its distribution program, using a combination of improved software, independent auditing, and legal action. 180solutions pledged its continued support for CDT's work to ensure users have control over the programs installed on their computers.

February 11, 2004 CDT Files Complaint with the FTC in "Browser Hijacking" Case
The Center for Democracy and Technology (CDT) today filed a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) against two companies that are involved in creating, placing and profiting from misleading advertisements that entice computer users to buy an "anti-spyware" product.

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	July 28, 2004	Advertising Software Company Sues Deceptive Distributor and Promises Reforms, as CDT's Campaign against Spyware Reaps Dividends As a result of working with the Center for Democracy and Technology (CDT), advertising software developer 180solutions today announced a lawsuit against a former distribution partner, alleging deceptive practices and breach of contract. In a letter to CDT, the company laid out a plan to prevent further abuse of its distribution program, using a combination of improved software, independent auditing, and legal action. 180solutions pledged its continued support for CDT's work to ensure users have control over the programs installed on their computers.
	February 11, 2004	CDT Files Complaint with the FTC in "Browser Hijacking" Case The Center for Democracy and Technology (CDT) today filed a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) against two companies that are involved in creating, placing and profiting from misleading advertisements that entice computer users to buy an "anti-spyware" product.