The Federal Trade Commission sent out more than 90 letters in April to prominent influencers, detailing how any material connection those third-party spokespersons have with brands should be disclosed when promoting or endorsing products on social media. (1 reader comment)
FTC Puts Influencers in the Crosshairs
Fri., Apr. 21, 2017
By Jon Gingerich
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