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Agora Still Using Deception and Dark Patterns to Ensnare Seniors

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Agora Still Using Deception and Dark Patterns to Ensnare Seniors

TINA.org refers publishing giant to FTC for enforcement action.

2024 Deceptive Ad Trends

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2024 Deceptive Ad Trends

Five deceptive ad trends to be wary of this year.

Regulators Go after Fake Reviews

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Regulators Go after Fake Reviews

After a yearlong investigation, New York regulators are announcing a crackdown on misleading online reviews.

FTC Bans Fake Reviews

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FTC Bans Fake Reviews

New rule also targets paid reviews.

Decoding Cosmetics Claims: Nail Polish

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Decoding Cosmetics Claims: Nail Polish

Nail polishes claim to do all sorts of things, but what do these claims really mean?

TINA.org’s 12 Days of Christmas

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TINA.org’s 12 Days of Christmas

Enjoy these tidings of deceptive advertising and questionable products.

Vemma Reaches $238 Million Settlement with FTC

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Vemma Reaches $238 Million Settlement with FTC

Company agrees to a ban on pyramid scheme practices to settle charges.

At FTC’s Request, Court Halts Alleged ‘Free Trial’ Scheme

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At FTC’s Request, Court Halts Alleged ‘Free Trial’ Scheme

Alleged internet marketing scam bilked tens of millions of dollars from consumers, the FTC says.

By the Numbers: Made in the USA Class-Action Lawsuits

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By the Numbers: Made in the USA Class-Action Lawsuits

A closer look at the who, what, when, where and why.

FTC Announces New ‘Click to Cancel’ Provision for Subscriptions

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FTC Announces New ‘Click to Cancel’ Provision for Subscriptions

TINA.org supported effort and applauds updated rule.

Good Ways to Avoid Bad Apps

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Good Ways to Avoid Bad Apps

That app you must have may not be what you think.

Misleading Drug Marketing Might Just Kill You

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Misleading Drug Marketing Might Just Kill You

Amgen, the world’s largest biotechnology company that made billions marketing its anemia drug Aranesp for unapproved uses, agreed to pay $762 million to settle off-use marketing charges.

Germbullet and Others Won’t Save You from the Flu

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Germbullet and Others Won’t Save You from the Flu

FDA cracks down on companies promoting flu aids that claim to combat the germs.

Math Doesn’t Always Add Up When Counting Carbs on Labels

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Math Doesn’t Always Add Up When Counting Carbs on Labels

Searching for low carb foods in the aisles of your local supermarket is not as straightforward as you would think.

FTC Pursues First Cell Cramming Case

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FTC Pursues First Cell Cramming Case

The FTC filed its first complaint against a company for “mobile phone cramming.”

GeneLink Settles with FTC over DNA Product Claims

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GeneLink Settles with FTC over DNA Product Claims

The custom DNA products look like science and talk like science… But are they?

ASA Rules on Homeopathy Ads

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ASA Rules on Homeopathy Ads

The ASA has ordered the Society of Homeopaths to discontinue misleading advertising.

Decoding Cosmetics Claims: Skin Lightening Cream

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Decoding Cosmetics Claims: Skin Lightening Cream

Skin lightening creams — also called fade creams, brightening creams, skin-tone correctors, or bleaching creams — are designed to reduce skin discoloration or hyperpigmentation caused by sun exposure, age, disease,…

FDA: Consumers Beware of “Cures” for Autism