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October 15, 2021

Feds crack down on fake online reviews

By MARCY GORDON
AP Business Writer

WASHINGTON — Federal regulators say they are cracking down on “an explosion” of businesses' use of fake reviews and other misleading messages to promote their products and services on social media.

The Federal Trade Commission said it has warned hundreds of major corporations and smaller businesses that they could face fines if they use bogus endorsements to deceive consumers.


 
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