Buying fake 5-star reviews is now a federal crime under new FTC rules, exposing medical and service businesses to massive legal and financial liability.

[Update as of Aug. 15, 2024] The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued a final rule to combat fake online reviews and testimonials by prohibiting their sale or purchase and allowing the agency to ...

When brands buy five-star praise or nudge customers only to gush, they're not just boosting ratings-they're rigging the market. Consumers get misled, honest competitors get smothered and digital "word ...

In 2025, picking a hosting provider or a dedicated gaming server is almost never a shot in the dark. In the United States, people cross-check Google reviews, read expert comparisons, dig through ...

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission closed out the year with a sharp policy reversal on artificial intelligence enforcement while simultaneously warning consumers and companies that scams ...

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (KUTV) — When it comes to online reviews, the Federal Trade Commission is warning business owners about fake reviews and how to manage them. Utah is known to have a strong ...

NEW YORK — Online reviews and testimonials are a key way that small businesses can attract new customers and boost sales of products. But fake reviews and testimonials have been a persistent problem ...

The Federal Trade Commission this week warned 10 companies that they may be in violation of 2024 regulations that outlawed phony reviews. "Based on information staff has reviewed, it has reason to ...