NourishLife speak (Lifetrients)

TINA.org investigated NourishLife (which later changed its name to Lifetrients) and found that it was deceptively advertising a potentially harmful supplement called SpeechNutrients speak by, among other things, claiming it…

Roblox

TINA.org found metaverse gaming platform rife with deceptive marketing.

The Children’s Place

Protecting Kids from Stealth Advertising in Digital Media

TINA.org Executive Director Bonnie Patten to speak at FTC workshop Wednesday.

Ryan ToysReview

TINA.org investigated one of the most viewed YouTube channels of all time – Ryan ToysReview (now known as Ryan’s World). This investigation revealed that the YouTube channel, which, at the…

Children’s Supplement Deceptively Marketed

Truthinadvertising.org warns company it will take action.

Ryan’s Videos and Target Audience

In order to establish the age of Ryan ToysReview’s target audience, TINA.org conducted an appraisal of every video published on the YouTube channel between January 1 and July 31, 2019,…

When Privacy Concerns and Deceptive Marketing Issues Intersect

Why TINA.org supports FTC’s proposed changes to COPPA Rule but pushes for more.

Complaints against Roblox Have a Common Victim: Children

Children as young as four are cited in consumer complaints filed with the FTC.

Walmart’s Undisclosed Advergame on Roblox Targets Children

TINA.org, together with other consumer groups, calls for immediate audit of Walmart Universe of Play.

Company Outed for Deceptive Marketing of Children’s Supplement

A dietary supplement aimed at children with speech delays is being deceptively marketed by NourishLife, LLC, and may be hazardous to children’s health, according to findings by truthinadvertising.org (TINA.org). TINA.org,…

‘Ghost’-ed by Energy Drink Company, TINA.org and Rudd Center Alert Regulators

Groups file deceptive marketing complaint against Ghost.

FTC, FDA Tackle Misleading Marketing of Dangerous Products to Kids — Again

First, e-liquids. Now, THC edibles. Will energy drinks be next?

Children’s Dimetapp, DayQuil, Mucinex, Mucinex Children’s, and Sudafed

Allegations: Falsely marketing that phenylephrine products treat nasal congestion

Walmart

TINA.org investigations into Walmart have revealed that the retail giant repeatedly engaged in false and deceptive Made in USA marketing on its website, and used undisclosed stealth marketing directed at…

Children’s Supplement Maker Nourishlife Settles FTC Charges

Advertising of supplement was at center of TINA.org investigation.

Nutritionist Pushes Ban on Energy Drink Ads to Kids

Online petition gaining steam as energy drink makers come under scrutiny.

Children’s Wish Foundation International

Children’s Wish Foundation International has been named to a list of America’s worst charities by the Tampa Bay Times and the Center for Investigative Reporting. Not to be confused with…

CATrends: Acetaminophen Medications for Infants

Lawsuits claim infant-specific products aren’t any different than acetaminophen medications for older children.

Roblox Quietly Removes Its Ban on Ads Directed at Kids

What’s stopping advertisers from targeting children now?