Ad or Not? Neil Patrick Harris and Heineken

Despite the inflatable pool toy, this type of influencer marketing doesn’t float.

Target Misses the Mark with Made in USA Claims

TINA.org probe finds widespread examples of false and deceptive “Made in the USA” product representations.

TINA’s Take: Up Close with some Goopy Health Claims

In whose health? We sum up some suspect claims at the In Goop Health inaugural wellness summit.

Auction Site A Losing Bet for Consumers According to Ad Watchdog TINA.org

Advertising savings of 90 percent or more on a range of flashy electronics and consumer goods, penny auction website DealDash.com markets itself as “the fair and honest bidding site.” An…

FTC Reminder: Influencers Must Divulge Ads

Action comes after consumer groups alert agency to more than 100 posts by celebs.

Ratio Coffee

Coffeemaker’s Made in the USA marketing takes a lump after FTC inquiry.

Electro-Harmonix

Company’s Made in the USA marketing strikes the wrong chord with the FTC.

Groupon Voucher

Ad Trends TINA.org Will Be Watching in 2017

A closer look at what we’ll be scrutinizing in the new year.

FTC Prescribes New Standard for Homeopathic Remedy Claims

Agency asserts that marketing claims for over-the-counter homeopathic products are likely misleading.

The Horror of another Stephen King

Acclaimed author accuses Amazon of deceptively marketing the books of “some other” Stephen King as his own.

“Consumer Savings Clubs”

Ad or Not? Pokémon Go

The in-store presence of Pokémon prompts TINA.org inquiry about possible marketing agreements.

What You Should Know about Kyäni

TINA.org investigation delves into claims by Idaho-based MLM.

Worst False Ad Court Actions 2015

Where courts fell short in satisfying consumers who sued companies in false ads cases.

Companies that Get Coal in their 2015 Holiday Stocking

Deceptive advertising allegations spell naughty list for these companies.

Proposed Vitaminwater Settlement Leaves Sour Aftertaste

TINA.org files a friend of the court brief opposing proposed settlement.

What You Should Know about Jeunesse Global

TINA.org investigation delves into claims by Florida-based anti-aging MLM.

Natural American Spirit

A healthier option to conventional smokes this cigarette brand is not.

‘Almay Simply American’ Slogan Gets a Makeover

Changes come after TINA.org files complaint.