Shein’s Discounts

Allegations: Falsely advertising discounts off of artificially inflated reference prices

Social Media Influencers

TINA.org found social media influencers ignored FTC warnings and continued promoting brands without proper disclosures.

Agora Still Using Deception and Dark Patterns to Ensnare Seniors

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

FTC Funeral Rule Comment

TINA.org submitted comments to the FTC regarding the need to update its Funeral Rule to better protect distressed consumers.

Ad or Not? Influencers Invade Coachella

Brands and their paid endorsers cash in at the music festival, sans disclosure.

Neutral Posture

It is poor form to market products as “Made in USA” that aren’t “all or virtually all” made here.

Kardashians Find New Ways to Skirt #Ad on Social Media

From ambiguous hashtags to delaying disclosure, the family continues to spurn federal endorsement guidelines.

Sellers Playbook

“Winning on Amazon” at the expense of “significant losses.”

Fabletics’ VIP Membership Program

NAD inquiry sparks changes to the marketing of athleisure brand’s subscription service.

CenturyLink

Bundle for TV, internet, and phone will cost more in the required second year.

Digital Altitude

MLM’s unusual earnings claims send up a red flag.

Ad or Not? Stock Tips Edition

Unbiased, independent investing research or paid-for stock promotion?

TINA’s Take: UK Bans Influencer Ads that Applied ‘Misleading’ Beauty Filters

Instagram stories used filters that ASA said misleadingly exaggerated results tanning products could achieve.

CeraVe

Do dermatologists really recommend CeraVe more than any other skincare brand?

Olga Shoe

When the photos on the website don’t match the reality.

“As Seen on TV” Products

FDA Bans Sale of Puff Bar E-Cigarettes, the ‘New Juul’

The disposable e-cigarette has replaced Juul as the go-to vape for minors.

TINA.org Suggests Updates to How the FTC Regulates Endorsement Advertising

On June 22, 2020, TINA.org responded to the FTC’s request for comment on the Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising (referred to here as the Endorsement…

TINA’s Take: FTC Takes Crucial Step Forward in Holding Deceptive Made in USA Marketers Accountable

FTC finalizes its Made in USA Labeling Rule.

Doggie Dailies

Dog supplement manufacturer makes changes to Amazon listing following TINA.org inquiry.