Prohibiting unfair methods of competition and unfair or deceptive acts or practices in the conduct of any trade or commerce. Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law, 73 Pa. Stat. Ann.There are 20 descriptions of unfair and deceptive methods of competition and business practices outlined in the UTPCPL. There are 20 descriptions of unfair and deceptive methods of competition and business practices outlined in the UTPCPL. Technology Law Trade Secrets and Unfair Competition Computer Software and Licensing Disputes. " 'Unfair or deceptive practices or unfair methods of competition,' as used in § 411, are broader concepts than the common-law idea of unfair competition. . . . According to the Act, unfair methods of competition and deceptive practices in the conduct of any trade or commerce are unlawful. Antitrust law evolves toward the optimal treatment of novel business practices alleged to restrain trade.