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Lawmakers Push for “Do-Not-Track”

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Lawmakers Push for “Do-Not-Track”

Marketers are watching you, but can you get them to stop?

Walmart Quietly Removes Kid’s Advergame from Roblox

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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.

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

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

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

9 Signs It May Be a Tax Return Scam

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9 Signs It May Be a Tax Return Scam

Don’t file with fraudsters this tax season.

Six Deceptive Ads Targeting Seniors

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Six Deceptive Ads Targeting Seniors

The new tricks targeting old dogs.

CATrends: Zelle Money Transfers Misleadingly Marketed as Safe and Secure

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CATrends: Zelle Money Transfers Misleadingly Marketed as Safe and Secure

Lawsuits allege app fails to disclose lack of protections against fraud and recourse for the defrauded.

Somebody’s Watching You

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Somebody’s Watching You

What you need to know about in-store tracking.

Who is Sniffing You?

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Who is Sniffing You?

FTC takes first action against browser history sniffing company to protect consumer privacy.

Walmart’s Undisclosed Advergame on Roblox Targets Children

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Walmart’s Undisclosed Advergame on Roblox Targets Children

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

Worst False Ad Settlements of 2024

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Worst False Ad Settlements of 2024

Some class-action settlements that left consumers behind.

Rise of the Supercookie

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Rise of the Supercookie

You don’t just have to worry about cookies anymore. Now you have to worry about super cookies. Online advertiser, ScanScout, reached a settlement with the FTC on November 8, 2011…

“Low Cost” Internet Access Can Really Add Up

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“Low Cost” Internet Access Can Really Add Up

There are many considerations when it comes to choosing an Internet service provider – type (cable, dial-up, DSL, or satellite), speed, price, hardware needed, reliability, and level of support. When…

Worst False Ad Settlements of 2025

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Worst False Ad Settlements of 2025

Some class-action settlements that left consumers out in the cold.

FTC Actions against Payment Processors

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FTC Actions against Payment Processors

A review of lawsuits the FTC has filed against companies and individuals that process credit and debit card transactions.

Ad or Not? USA Today and Primerica

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Ad or Not? USA Today and Primerica

Company tweet muddies sponsored content.

College Students: Don’t Fall for These Scams

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College Students: Don’t Fall for These Scams

Experts weigh in on how to avoid being a victim of these latest campus scams.

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?

Nine Investment Newsletter Warning Signs

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Nine Investment Newsletter Warning Signs

Consumers should consider whether investment newsletters are actually helpful or just full of hype.

APR? HECM? KNOW YOUR FINANCING

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APR? HECM? KNOW YOUR FINANCING

Perhaps no segment of our economy is more confusing to the normal, everyday consumer than financial services. Whether it’s the lingo, such as Annual percentage rate; the amount of interest…

Pharmaceuticals Top the Spam List

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Pharmaceuticals Top the Spam List

Spam levels have dropped to a 3-year record low, reports security firm, Symantec, in their November 2011 Intelligence Report. But before you start jumping up and down with excitement, keep…

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Lawmakers Push for “Do-Not-Track”

Walmart Quietly Removes Kid’s Advergame from Roblox

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

9 Signs It May Be a Tax Return Scam

Six Deceptive Ads Targeting Seniors

CATrends: Zelle Money Transfers Misleadingly Marketed as Safe and Secure

Somebody’s Watching You

Who is Sniffing You?

Walmart’s Undisclosed Advergame on Roblox Targets Children

Worst False Ad Settlements of 2024

Rise of the Supercookie

“Low Cost” Internet Access Can Really Add Up

Worst False Ad Settlements of 2025

FTC Actions against Payment Processors

Ad or Not? USA Today and Primerica

College Students: Don’t Fall for These Scams

GeneLink Settles with FTC over DNA Product Claims

Nine Investment Newsletter Warning Signs

APR? HECM? KNOW YOUR FINANCING

Pharmaceuticals Top the Spam List