FTC Social Media Actions
June 14th, 2017
See the FTC’s track record when it comes to social media influencer cases.
Browsing the "The Internet" Category
LifeLock’s Protection Leaves Much to be Desired
November 13th, 2015
LifeLock's ads say the company will relentlessly protect your identity. But how much can they really do?
Revenge Porn Site IsAnybodyDown.com Down for Count
January 29th, 2015
FTC alleges Craig Brittain used deceptive means to amass a nude photo library of more than 1,000 people.
Beware Holiday Phishing Scams
December 12th, 2014
Emails may contain viruses and malware to steal your identity.
Feds Settle with Dating Websites over ‘Virtual Cupids’
November 5th, 2014
What's love got to do with it? In the case of one online dating service, nothing at all, says the FTC.
Report Says ComputerCOP Software Cops Give Away Is “Spyware”
October 7th, 2014
Digital rights group says it's time for law enforcement "to take away ComputerCOP's badge."
Feds Force Shut Down of Bitcoin Mining Company
September 23rd, 2014
Consumers never received costly machines advertised as helping them obtain the virtual currency.
eHarmony Told to Drop No. 1 Claims following Match.com Complaint
August 14th, 2014
National Advertising Division recommends dating site discontinue No. 1 claims.
When Health Goes #Social: FDA Pens Proposal
July 14th, 2014
FDA drafts recommendations on how the industry should use social media to market products.
What Messages Are Advertisers Receiving about Paid Content?
June 4th, 2014
TINA.org reviews self-regulatory action aimed at labels.
Internet Giants Team Up to Fight Deceptive Web Ads
May 8th, 2014
Google, Facebook, Twitter, and AOL launch TrustInAds.org.
Before You Be Snapping and Chatting, Remember This
May 8th, 2014
Popular app reaches agreement with FTC to make privacy changes.
Photoshop Bill Advocates Post Petition
April 15th, 2014
Effort to rein in altered images gaining supporters.
FTC Frowns upon Cole Haan’s Wandering Soles
April 4th, 2014
Nice shoes, but the FTC wants consumers to know where the ads are.
Six Examples of How Overstock.com Ripped Off Consumers
March 6th, 2014
Internal memos reveal company knew savings were inflated.
Overstock.com Falsely Advertised Customer Savings
February 21st, 2014
California court slaps company with millions in civil penalties.