The FTC goes after dark patterns: U.S. regulators take lots of stick from the folks they regulate, but the FTC’s latest decision to make it easier for consumers and businesses to cancel subscriptions might bolster its reputation in technology circles. Called “Click-to-Cancel,” the FTC’s new rules will force companies to allow customers to cancel the same way that they signed up for a service — no more calling in! ftc.gov/news-events/news/..