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On August 22, 2022, the Commission initiated an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) under section 18 of the FTC Act to limit privacy abuses, curb lax security practices, and ensure that algorithmic decision-making does not result in unlawful discrimination. 87 FR 51273 (Aug. 22, 2022). The Commission sought public comment on whether new rules are needed to protect people’s privacy and information in the commercial surveillance economy. On September 8, 2022, the Commission hosted a public forum regarding its ANPRM on commercial surveillance and data security practices that harm consumers and competition. The public forum included panel discussions and members of the public provided remarks. The ANPRM’s extended public comment period closed on November 21, 2022. 87 FR 63738 (Oct. 20, 2022). Staff is reviewing the public comments.