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TINA.org Brings Walmart’s Deceptive Made in USA Claims to the FTC, Again

TINA.org Brings Walmart’s Deceptive Made in USA Claims to the FTC, Again

Walmart attempts to redefine what it legally means to be “made” in the USA.

Don’t Fall for Faux Navajo Jewelry

Don’t Fall for Faux Navajo Jewelry

Though there are laws in place to protect artists and consumers from misrepresentation of Native American arts and crafts products, it doesn’t always protect buyers from scam artists. An investigation…

Walmart Website Riddled with Deceptive Made in USA Claims

Walmart Website Riddled with Deceptive Made in USA Claims

TINA.org investigation finds more than 100 USA labeling errors.

What do Jewelry and Art Have in Common?

What do Jewelry and Art Have in Common?

What do jewelry and art have in common? They both are easily subject to particular types of deceptive advertising. Here’s a look at five kinds of advertising deception to watch…

Influencer-in-Chief? FLOTUS and WhiteHouse.gov

Influencer-in-Chief? FLOTUS and WhiteHouse.gov

Was Trump White House promoting Melania Trump’s jewelry line?

You Still Can’t Trust Walmart’s Made in USA Claims

You Still Can’t Trust Walmart’s Made in USA Claims

U.S.-made misrepresentations continue one year after TINA.org alerted company to false and deceptive claims.

Walmart Made in USA Misrepresentations Not Wiped Clean

Walmart Made in USA Misrepresentations Not Wiped Clean

TINA.org to FTC: Walmart lied.

Walmart’s Undisclosed Advergame on Roblox Targets Children

Walmart’s Undisclosed Advergame on Roblox Targets Children

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

Walmart Quietly Removes Kid’s Advergame from Roblox

Walmart Quietly Removes Kid’s Advergame from Roblox

Universe of Play’s removal follows action led by TINA.org – and inaction from self-reg group.

TINA.org Reports Walmart’s Made in USA Mess to FTC

TINA.org Reports Walmart’s Made in USA Mess to FTC

False and deceptive made in USA representations prompts action.

Why is Walmart’s 13+ Roblox Game Displaying a COPPA Seal?

Why is Walmart’s 13+ Roblox Game Displaying a COPPA Seal?

Only users who are 13 and older can enter Walmart Discovered.

Walmart Ad for Samsung TV Confuses Customers

Walmart Ad for Samsung TV Confuses Customers

The old switcheroo?

Walmart Website Dropping Made in USA Claims

Walmart Website Dropping Made in USA Claims

FTC closes probe into Walmart Made in the USA claims following TINA.org complaint.

CATrends: Fish Oil Supplements Marketed to Support Heart Health

CATrends: Fish Oil Supplements Marketed to Support Heart Health

Lawsuits accuse companies of using deceptive claims to reel in consumers.

What You Should Know about the Trivia App Givling

What You Should Know about the Trivia App Givling

Odds are you being good at trivia is not enough if you want to pay off your student loan debt with this app.

Oh, Christmas Tree: Pricing Mix-up Burns Consumer

Oh, Christmas Tree: Pricing Mix-up Burns Consumer

“I needed to spend that money on hams, not false advertising,” says frustrated consumer.

The Fake Article that Promises Real Results

The Fake Article that Promises Real Results

This week’s Terms of Surrender: In the end, it’s an advertisement, and the goal is to get into your wallet.

What You Should Know about Homes CNL/Smart CNL

What You Should Know about Homes CNL/Smart CNL

This crypto scam has cost hundreds of people thousands of dollars.

Heart-Healthy Certification: The Price is the Right

Heart-Healthy Certification: The Price is the Right

And it’s a hearty fee that food manufacturers pay for the right to display the AHA’s heart-check mark.

Coronavirus Spawns Class-Action Lawsuits as Consumers Seek Refunds

Coronavirus Spawns Class-Action Lawsuits as Consumers Seek Refunds

The pandemic has also triggered lawsuits over privacy issues with some video conferencing apps, and more.