banConcluded$21,765,903
US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) — Automators AI (and Roman Cresto, John Cresto, Andrew Chapman, Empire Ecommerce, Onyx Distribution)
February 27, 2024 · United States · E-commerce Business Opportunities
The FTC took action against Automators AI and its owners for deceiving consumers with unfounded promises of 'passive investment income' in online storefronts supposedly powered by AI. The settlement includes a lifetime ban on selling business opportunities or coaching programs involving e-commerce stores and requires the surrender of millions in assets. (FTC monetary judgment, largely suspended.)
Key takeaway — how to prevent this
Substantiate every AI marketing claim and don't sell AI built to deceive. Deceptive 'AI-powered' claims and AI tools designed for fraud are direct FTC targets.
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