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TINA.org Suggests Updates to How the FTC Regulates Endorsement Advertising

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…

DSSRC’s Arbonne Decision Gets It Wrong

DSSRC’s Arbonne Decision Gets It Wrong

Council blesses MLM’s use of unsubstantiated earnings claims.

Comment at FDA Public Meeting on Dietary Supplements

Comment at FDA Public Meeting on Dietary Supplements

Comment made by TINA.org executive director, Bonnie Patten at the FDA’s public meeting on Responsible Innovation in Dietary Supplements held on May 16, 2019. Thank you for the opportunity to…

TINA.org Hits Up the Marketing Conference Circuit

TINA.org Hits Up the Marketing Conference Circuit

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

Former FTC Economist Calls for Federal Pyramid Scheme Rule

Former FTC Economist Calls for Federal Pyramid Scheme Rule

FTC case-by-case prosecution of pyramid schemes not enough to deter them.

Seriously Siri?

Seriously Siri?

When I watched Samuel L. Jackson talk to Siri in his flirtatious way in the iPhone television commercial and how efficient she (it?) was in helping him arrange a romantic…

Not Your Grandma’s Tupperware: MLMs vs Pyramid Schemes

Not Your Grandma’s Tupperware: MLMs vs Pyramid Schemes

More needs to be done to shut down pyramid schemes.

2016 FTC National Consumer Protection Week Webinar

2016 FTC National Consumer Protection Week Webinar

Presentation given by TINA.org Executive Director to congressional staff for National Consumer Protection Week 2016.

Caulk-y Made in USA Claims

Caulk-y Made in USA Claims

Why is this tool with “China” on the packaging being marketed as made in the USA?

TINA.org Supports FTC’s ‘Click to Cancel’ Rule against Industry Challenge

TINA.org Supports FTC’s ‘Click to Cancel’ Rule against Industry Challenge

Companies should not be able to trap consumers into subscriptions that they do not want.

Who Likes What on Facebook?

Who Likes What on Facebook?

Have you ever spotted a suspect “like” on your Facebook profile?

Best Buy: Buy It Now with Confidence (and Questions)

Best Buy: Buy It Now with Confidence (and Questions)

The fine print of Price Match Guarantees.

Health Clinic’s Baseball Ad Strikes Out with Mouse Print Disclaimer

Health Clinic’s Baseball Ad Strikes Out with Mouse Print Disclaimer

Though it makes for a fun guessing game.

The Real Cost of Getting a New Mets Cap

The Real Cost of Getting a New Mets Cap

What happens when a giveaway cap costs more than just a ticket?

Live from New York, it’s … an ad for Zillow?

Live from New York, it’s … an ad for Zillow?

Funny Saturday Night Live sketch raises more questions about show’s foray into branded content.

Does Mary Kay Think It’s Above the Law?

Does Mary Kay Think It’s Above the Law?

MLM making deceptive claims after several warnings.

“The Truth’s Not Always Easy” Campaign

“The Truth’s Not Always Easy” Campaign

Why is TINA.org advertising?

Sunshine Week: Utah’s Small Step toward the Light

Sunshine Week: Utah’s Small Step toward the Light

State moves closer to disclosing vital consumer complaints but there’s more work to be done.

The FTC Needs to Update Its Endorsement Guides

The FTC Needs to Update Its Endorsement Guides

TINA.org submits comment to FTC urging further revisions to stay relevant and effective.

Do MLM Earnings Statements Constitute Deceptive Advertising?

Do MLM Earnings Statements Constitute Deceptive Advertising?

Despite the availability of the data, MLM earnings statements fail to disclose crucial information to recruits, writes guest blogger William Keep.