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FTC’s ROSCA Actions

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FTC’s ROSCA Actions

A review of the FTC’s ROSCA actions.

FTC Slaps Weight Loss Marketers with First ROSCA Suit

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FTC Slaps Weight Loss Marketers with First ROSCA Suit

Consumer protection law passed by Congress four years ago is finally picking up steam.

MoviePass: Rediscovering the Magic of ROSCA

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MoviePass: Rediscovering the Magic of ROSCA

FTC using every arrow in its quiver to go after bad actors.

ROSCA Comment

Regulatory/Congressional Actions

ROSCA Comment

TINA.org submitted a comment supporting the FTC’s broader use of ROSCA to pursue deceptive acts.

HelloFresh

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HelloFresh

TINA.org found meal-kit company deceptively marketing “free” meals and using ROSCA-violating autorenewal subscriptions.

Online Shoppers Law Finally Called into Action

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Online Shoppers Law Finally Called into Action

ROSCA’s no longer a virgin.

Savage X Fenty

Brands

Savage X Fenty

TINA.org investigated the web-based lingerie company Savage X Fenty, which is a joint venture between TechStyle, Inc. (f/k/a Just Fabulous, Inc.) and music icon Robyn Rihanna Fenty (aka Rihanna), and…

TechStyle

Brands

TechStyle

TINA.org investigated two TechStyle brands, Savage X Fenty and FabKids, and found that they each violated a California court order, as well as ROSCA, with their deceptive ads and negative…

FabKids

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FabKids

TINA.org found kids clothing brand violated a court order with its negative option offer and deceptive ads.

MoviePass

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MoviePass

TINA.org submitted a comment to the FTC regarding a proposed consent order reached in a case it filed against MoviePass, a subscription-based movie ticketing service, supporting the Commission’s use of…

FTC Opts for Wait-and-See Approach on Negative Option

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FTC Opts for Wait-and-See Approach on Negative Option

Before making any changes to its own rule, the agency will look to see how a 2010 statute plays out.

Adore Me’s Deceptive Marketing Practices Laid Bare

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Adore Me’s Deceptive Marketing Practices Laid Bare

Lingerie company agrees to pay more than $1.3 million in refunds to consumers.

FTC and State AGs Need to Take Their Relationship to the Next Level

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FTC and State AGs Need to Take Their Relationship to the Next Level

TINA.org files comment concerning coordinated efforts to protect consumers.

At FTC’s Request, Court Halts Alleged ‘Free Trial’ Scheme

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At FTC’s Request, Court Halts Alleged ‘Free Trial’ Scheme

Alleged internet marketing scam bilked tens of millions of dollars from consumers, the FTC says.

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

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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…

Stripping Down Savage X Fenty’s Deceptive Marketing

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Stripping Down Savage X Fenty’s Deceptive Marketing

Acting on TINA.org’s complaint, California regulators reach $1.2 million settlement with company.

TINA’s Take: Trial Offer Leaves Consumers with Clenched Teeth

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TINA’s Take: Trial Offer Leaves Consumers with Clenched Teeth

Low-cost trial offer for teeth whiteners carried a high price.

Hubble Contacts

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Hubble Contacts

The first box may be “free” (sort of) but the second one isn’t and it’s on its way before you know it.

MoviePass: ‘Get a Month Free’

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MoviePass: ‘Get a Month Free’

The movie ticket subscription service is back. Unfortunately, so too are the deceptive ads.

TINA.org Reports Meal Kit Giant HelloFresh to FTC

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TINA.org Reports Meal Kit Giant HelloFresh to FTC

MADISON, CONN. June 22, 2022 While millions of Americans struggle with rising food prices and empty store shelves, meal kit retailer HelloFresh advertises “delicious meals delivered to your door,” enticing consumers…

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FTC’s ROSCA Actions

FTC Slaps Weight Loss Marketers with First ROSCA Suit

MoviePass: Rediscovering the Magic of ROSCA

ROSCA Comment

HelloFresh

Online Shoppers Law Finally Called into Action

Savage X Fenty

TechStyle

FabKids

MoviePass

FTC Opts for Wait-and-See Approach on Negative Option

Adore Me’s Deceptive Marketing Practices Laid Bare

FTC and State AGs Need to Take Their Relationship to the Next Level

At FTC’s Request, Court Halts Alleged ‘Free Trial’ Scheme

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

Stripping Down Savage X Fenty’s Deceptive Marketing

TINA’s Take: Trial Offer Leaves Consumers with Clenched Teeth

Hubble Contacts

MoviePass: ‘Get a Month Free’

TINA.org Reports Meal Kit Giant HelloFresh to FTC