The FTC announced an enforcement action against online shoe seller Hey Dude, Inc. (a subsidiary of Crocs, Inc.) alleging Hey Dude suppressed more than 80% of consumer reviews that provided less than four out of five stars. The complaint also alleges multiple violations of the FTC’s Mail Order Rule between 2020 and 2022. A proposed consent order would require Hey Dude to pay nearly $2 million and take certain steps to prevent future violations.
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FTC Publishes Proposed Rule Banning Fake Consumer Reviews
The FTC recently announced a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking aimed at curbing deceptive consumer reviews and endorsements.
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FTC Brings Action Against Motocross and ATV Parts Manufacturer for False “Made in USA” Product Claims
The FTC announced a settlement with Cycra, Inc., a manufacturer of motocross and ATV parts, and the company’s owner for falsely claiming their products were made in the USA while importing parts from Asia and Europe.
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New York Attorney General Announces Proposed Rules Targeting Price Gouging
The New York Attorney General’s Office recently announced several proposed rules are intended to combat price gouging in New York during state emergencies.
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FTC Brings Action Against Pyrex Glass Manufacturer for “Made in USA” Products Imported From China
The FTC announced an enforcement action against Instant Brands LLC, manufacturer of Pyrex-brand products, for allegedly marketing certain glass measuring cups as “Made in USA” and “American as Apple Pie” while importing those products from China.
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FTC Exploring Rule to Crack Down on Deceptive and Fake Consumer Reviews
The Federal Trade Commission published an Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPR) on October 20 seeking public comment on a potential regulation aimed at curbing deceptive consumer reviews and endorsements. In its announcement, the FTC highlighted the prevalence of false and misleading reviews online and the harms they cause consumers and competitors.
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Kim Kardashian Ordered to Pay Over $1.26 Million for Securities Violation Arising Out of Crypto Endorsement
The SEC instituted settlement proceedings against Kim Kardashian on Monday, alleging that the reality television star and entrepreneur violated the SEC’s anti-touting statute when she failed to disclose compensation that she received in exchange for an Instagram post endorsing cryptocurrency tokens.
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