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16 CFR 465.8: Misuse of fake indicators of social media influence.
Where this section sits in the code
- Title 16—Commercial Practices
- CHAPTER I—FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION
- SUBCHAPTER D—TRADE REGULATION RULES
- PART 465—RULE ON THE USE OF CONSUMER REVIEWS AND TESTIMONIALS
It is an unfair or deceptive act or practice and a violation of this part for anyone to:
(a) Sell or distribute fake indicators of social media influence that they knew or should have known to be fake and that can be used by individuals or businesses to materially misrepresent their influence or importance for a commercial purpose; or
(b) Purchase or procure fake indicators of social media influence that they knew or should have known to be fake and that materially misrepresent their influence or importance for a commercial purpose.
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