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Burger King Rebel Whopper

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Burger King Rebel Whopper

U.K. regulator bans ads it said misleadingly implied that burger was suitable for vegans and vegetarians.

Influencers Defy FTC Rules on Disclosure Despite Warnings

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Influencers Defy FTC Rules on Disclosure Despite Warnings

TINA.org finds 95 percent of social media influencers previously put on notice by the FTC breaking the law.

What You Should Know about Market America

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What You Should Know about Market America

MLM takes down hundreds of deceptive income claims following TINA.org investigation.

Decoding Cosmetics Claims: Non-Toxic

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Decoding Cosmetics Claims: Non-Toxic

Without a strong legal definition for “non-toxic,” cosmetic companies are making it up as they go along.

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.

TINA.org Fact-Checks Joe Rogan’s Ads

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TINA.org Fact-Checks Joe Rogan’s Ads

Podcasting king has made some questionable product pitches in recent months.

Google Stadia

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Google Stadia

Allegations: Falsely advertising Stadia as more powerful than other gaming consoles and as displaying all video games in 4k resolution

Deceptive Marketing 101: Recyclable Claims

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Deceptive Marketing 101: Recyclable Claims

How products marketed as “recyclable” end up in landfills.

AT&T Faces $100M Fine for Alleged Data Throttling

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AT&T Faces $100M Fine for Alleged Data Throttling

FCC to issue largest fine in agency history.

The Kids Guide to Fighting Socialism

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The Kids Guide to Fighting Socialism

“Free” guide harbors future charges that aren’t disclosed in a frightening email to parents and grandparents.

Beyond Meat: Made without ‘Synthetically Produced Ingredients’?

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Beyond Meat: Made without ‘Synthetically Produced Ingredients’?

TINA.org investigates ingredients in company’s flagship product, the Beyond Burger.

Agora Still Using Deception and Dark Patterns to Ensnare Seniors

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Agora Still Using Deception and Dark Patterns to Ensnare Seniors

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

TINA.org Refers Publisher Agora to FTC for Enforcement Action; Investigation Reveals Deception & Dark Patterns

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TINA.org Refers Publisher Agora to FTC for Enforcement Action; Investigation Reveals Deception & Dark Patterns

MADISON, CONN. June 21, 2021 – Despite a $2 million settlement with the Federal Trade Commission in February 2021, publishing giant Monument & Cathedral Holdings, better known as Agora, and…

FTC Finalizes Made in USA Rule Following TINA.org Petition

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FTC Finalizes Made in USA Rule Following TINA.org Petition

Commission’s first open meeting with new chair brings action.

‘Act Your Age’ = ‘Make A Terrible Financial Decision’

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‘Act Your Age’ = ‘Make A Terrible Financial Decision’

It might be a catchy slogan, but it’s not a universally good idea.

Subscriptions to BrainFM

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Subscriptions to BrainFM

Allegations: Failing to disclose the terms of subscriptions

Walmart Website Riddled with Deceptive Made in USA Claims

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Walmart Website Riddled with Deceptive Made in USA Claims

TINA.org investigation finds more than 100 USA labeling errors.

TINA’s Take: Netflix Rewards Goop’s False Advertising with New Series

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TINA’s Take: Netflix Rewards Goop’s False Advertising with New Series

TINA.org anxiously awaits the Goop-y claims that lay in store.

Online Porn Can Give You a Virus

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Online Porn Can Give You a Virus

Thank God for porn! No, really – did you know that many of the Internet’s innovative advances have been pioneered or substantially boosted by the $1 billion adult entertainment industry? …

TINA.org Reports Colgate, Tom’s of Maine to Regulators for Greenwashing

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TINA.org Reports Colgate, Tom’s of Maine to Regulators for Greenwashing

MADISON, CONN. Sept. 12, 2023—Colgate-Palmolive is deceptively marketing its Tom’s of Maine and Colgate toothpaste tubes as “recyclable” in violation of the FTC’s Green Guides, according to an investigation by…

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Burger King Rebel Whopper

Influencers Defy FTC Rules on Disclosure Despite Warnings

What You Should Know about Market America

Decoding Cosmetics Claims: Non-Toxic

FTC Actions against Payment Processors

TINA.org Fact-Checks Joe Rogan’s Ads

Google Stadia

Deceptive Marketing 101: Recyclable Claims

AT&T Faces $100M Fine for Alleged Data Throttling

The Kids Guide to Fighting Socialism

Beyond Meat: Made without ‘Synthetically Produced Ingredients’?

Agora Still Using Deception and Dark Patterns to Ensnare Seniors

TINA.org Refers Publisher Agora to FTC for Enforcement Action; Investigation Reveals Deception & Dark Patterns

FTC Finalizes Made in USA Rule Following TINA.org Petition

‘Act Your Age’ = ‘Make A Terrible Financial Decision’

Subscriptions to BrainFM

Walmart Website Riddled with Deceptive Made in USA Claims

TINA’s Take: Netflix Rewards Goop’s False Advertising with New Series

Online Porn Can Give You a Virus

TINA.org Reports Colgate, Tom’s of Maine to Regulators for Greenwashing