The Universe of Play advergame by Walmart has been quietly removed from the Roblox platform in the wake of action taken by a coalition of advocacy groups led by ad watchdog truthinadvertising.org (TINA.org). In January, TINA.org, along with Fairplay, Center for Digital Democracy and National Association of Consumer Advocates, notified Walmart, as …
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According to a recent survey for May 2023, Skin Cancer Awareness Month, from the Prevent Cancer Foundation, 70% of Americans 21 years of age and older have not had a skin check in the past year. Survey participants’ most cited reasons for not being checked were not experiencing symptoms (29%), not knowing they need to be checked …
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Retirement planning is a critical aspect of financial management. In this article, we will explore the viability of crypto investing as a retirement option, the benefits it offers, the risks involved, and strategies to effectively manage your bitcoin account. Traditionally, individuals have relied on stocks, bonds, and other traditional investment …
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