Today, The Florida Attorney General's office of Economic Crimes announced an investigation into the online marketing practices of AzoogleAds. The investigation is related to the marketing of ringtones. To view the information regarding the investigation visit this site: http://myfloridalegal.com/lit_ec.nsf/investigations/B0AF32E763C6E522852572A500454C92 It is public knowledge that investigators from the AG's office questioned prominent affiliates and affiliate networks in what started as an investigation into Blinko/Buongiorno. It seems that their investigation has turned up some compelling information against AzoogleAds. The impact of this investigation for the affiliates is unknown. Well known affiliates like Shawn Collins have lent a helping hand to the AG's investigation. The AG's office is encouraging anyone with information relating to this case to contact Jon Gillman or Robert Schara at (850) 766-2889.
this will be interesting to watch. I haven't did ringtones yet, but I taught about it. But this seems bigger than that now, I'll bet a lot of azoogle marketers skins are crawiling now including me.
Yes I agree - everyone listen to Shoemoney - ringtones is a dying market I have already stopped all my ringtone campaigns
Not surprising that Azoogle is being accused of questionable marketing practices... Does anyone know/remember when Azoogle was just a spamming operation, before AzoogleAds? I don't exactly know the details behind this or the merits of the investigation, but based on my past experience with Azoogle (pre AzoogleAds), I am not surprised.
i will eat the heart of anyone who continues to do ringtones.... *disclaimer* The online persona known as jessecooper neither endorses nor supports the eating of hearts. Any previous reference of human cannibalism is purely coincidental and/or for informational purposes only. Furthermore the online persona, jessecooper, does not necessarily represent the views of Digital Point or it's owner.
azoogle rocks though, i really like how easy their interface is. I hope they dont get themselves in that deep of a mess.
Azoogle will be fine. As much trash as you guys are talking, with the exception of Jeremy, most of you will probably be screwed if Azoogle went under.
This will certainly be interesting to watch. I've always wanted to show these, but haven't found one relevant to my sites.
I was just about to sign up w/Azoogle and now I'm having 2nd thoughts. stupid newbie question: what's the deal with ringtones? seem harmless enough, I used to promote them a little at Linkshare. I'm guessing hidden recurring fees or something like that...?
Good idea. I was thkinking bit torrent tracker but your idea is better. I don't want to get in trouble.