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TINA.org’s curated list of MLM info and news of note.

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.

Savage X Fenty’s Savagely Deceptive Marketing Practices: TINA.org Reports Rihanna’s Brand to Regulators

MADISON, CONN. Feb. 10, 2020 – Championing female empowerment and sexuality, lingerie company Savage X Fenty, a joint venture between music icon Rihanna and e-commerce company TechStyle, Inc., is a…

Marketers Downplay Consumer Harm Caused by Negative Option Offers

Marketers are attempting to put a positive spin on the negative option.

Fitzgerald Auto Mall

Consumer accuses dealership of pulling a bait and switch.

Does Stocking Shelves = Product Promotion?

Texas court lets retailers off the hook for promoting products on shelves.

MyPillow Sleep Study is a Snoozer

Counting up issues with study sure to be a sleep aid.

Guitar Hero Live

Thursday Boot Co.

Company claims its boots are “Handcrafted in the USA” but not all of them are.

GSN Casino

Allegations: Misleadingly representing that games are free to play

What You Should Know about iMarketsLive

Questionable leaders and international bans are just the tip of the iceberg for this forex trading MLM.

Ray-Ban’s ‘Free Overnight Shipping’

Don’t get blindsided by this online promotion. Read the fine print.

eHarmony: Where’s the Science?

UK ad watchdog tells dating site to dump “scientifically proven” claim.

Black Friday Fails: Victoria’s Secret, Lowe’s, Walmart (x2)

Not everyone got the deal they were hoping for.

Natural Alchemist

FDA reminds marijuana marketers that outing unproven treatment claims remains high on its list.

TINA.org Hits Up the Marketing Conference Circuit

TINA.org hits the road to keep current on marketing trends and promote truthful advertising.