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International Business Times
International Business Times
Isaiah McCall

Amazon Fake Reviews Exposed: How Fraudulent Ratings Impact Consumer Trust

Amazon Review Scams (Credit: Canva/IBTimes US)

Amazon reviews may look legit, but dig a little deeper, and you'll find a system that's not playing fair. An investigative report by International Business Times has revealed that vendors under the coveted "Sold by Amazon" banner are not above orchestrating elaborate review scams, a practice that not only misleads buyers but also erodes confidence in the platform.

In online discussions, seasoned reviewers have been vocal about the murky tactics in play.

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