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Nomi Settles FTC Charges It Misled Consumers on Mobile Tracking

Despite promises to the contrary, shoppers could not opt out of the tracking service.

Power 4 Patriots

This online ad for Power 4 Patriots has all the buzzwords and formulas associated with scammy pitches: [authority groups] HATE this! Find out the one WEIRD trick that can save…

A .org Does not a Non-Profit Make

Change.org, among other sites, has turned me into what some might call a charity slacktivist.  Over the past year or so, from the comfort of my own couch, I’ve signed…

CATrends: Dating Apps’ Alleged Unlawful Storage of Biometric Information

Is your selfie safe?

Exercise Your Rights: Commenting Online

Obviously, the internet has come a long way since 1998, and accordingly, the FTC is seeking to update the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Rule (COPPA).

ADT

Home security company sought to secure only positive reviews.

ADT Agrees to Reveal whether it Paid Experts to Boost Service

FTC settles suit with company over charges of deceptive reviewers.

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FTC investigates marketing of AI weapons scanner.

Consumers Throw Flags on Super Bowl Advertisers

Six big game marketers that have been accused of fumbling ad claims.

Penalties that Pack a Pinch

Are FTC settlements just a cost of doing business?

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

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?

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

Breaking Down the Relationship between Brands and Teens

Today’s teenagers are uniquely positioned in the marketing world.

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Confide’s Screenshot Protection

Class-action lawsuit challenges encrypted messaging app’s confidentiality claims.

9 Signs It May Be a Tax Return Scam

Don’t file with fraudsters this tax season.

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