Amazon expands influencer program to Twitter and Instagram 'stars'The retailer wants to move beyond just YouTube influencers.By R. LeFebvre, 11.10.2017
Instagram opens its paid post tools to more 'influencers'It makes sponsored content more obvious.By M. Locklear, 11.07.2017
FTC warns influencers about relying on Instagram's ad markerIts employees think the built-in notification doesn't go far enough.By R. Lawler, 09.20.2017
YouTube stars are blurring the lines between content and adsThe difference between regular and sponsored videos is often unclear.By E. Alvarez, 07.25.2017
Instagram gives social media influencers the benefit of the doubtA new tool could make hidden ads more obvious -- if shills actually use it.By E. Alvarez, 06.21.2017
Instagram influencers fanned the flames of Fyre Festival hypeWhen shilling for an event goes wrong.By E. Alvarez, 05.10.2017
FTC letters warn social media stars about advertising labelsJust tagging sponsored social media posts "#sp" isn't enough, according to the FTC.By R. Lawler, 04.20.2017
FTC complaint blasts Disney, Google over child influencer videosWatchdogs say they're profiting from freebie-laden videos targeting young viewers.By J. Fingas, 10.24.2016