FTC Aims At Deceptive Endorsements: Beauty, Health Firms Can Assure They're Not Targets
Executive Summary
US FTC sends notices to more than 700 companies about penalties they will face if they use deceptive endorsements and testimonials to promote their products. Industry experts discuss impact of surprising action and cautions to take in teaming up with influencers.
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