Online Reviews Are Being Bought and Paid For. Get Used to It
Online Reviews Are Being Bought and Paid For. Get Used to It
Critics have long been accused of accepting money from companies in exchange for a review of their gadget, book, or movie. Most writers would scoff at the idea, but the practice is widespread—and growing.
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Critics have long been accused of accepting money from companies in exchange for a review of their gadget, book, or movie. Most writers would scoff at the idea, but the practice is widespread—and growing.
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