2026 Deceptive Ad Trends
A closer look at what we’ll be monitoring in the new year.
Regulators Deliver Actions against HelloFresh
JetBlue’s ‘Flight Disruptions’ Refund Policy
The McRib
LifeLock’s Identity Theft Protection
TINA.org’s Year in Review 2025
Companies Accused of Greenwashing
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The Latest
Recent ad alerts, consumer news posts and blogs published on TINA.org.
Austria Tourism: Non Disclosure Austria
This country’s recent campaign introduces a clever way to protect its hidden gems.
Why ‘Click-to-Cancel’ Still Matters – and Why the FTC Should Try Again
The problem hasn’t gone away.
Amazon’s Great Holiday Climb
Why parents may need to be called in to this Roblox game rated 13+.
Interior Icons’ 10-Year Warranty and 365-Day Returns
Taking advantage of these perks may be harder than advertised.
Simplilearn
What you should know about this digital skills training platform.
Wall of Shame
What do Tom Brady, Kim Kardashian and Dr. Oz all have in common? They’ve all participated in deceptive marketing campaigns. To find out who else is an offender, check out our Wall of Shame.
Consumer Basics
Learn about common deceptive marketing tactics and find out where you can file complaints at the state level.
Deceptive Marketing 101: Recyclable Claims
How products marketed as “recyclable” end up in landfills.
FDA Registered, Cleared, Approved: What’s the Difference?
Medical devices like to tout their status with the FDA. But what’s behind these terms?
The Scoop on Social Media Influencer Disclosure Requirements
What kind of disclosure is necessary for social media influencer marketing?
State-by-State Resources
Where you can file complaints or research a business in your state.