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50 Years Ago, ‘Unsafe at Any Speed’ Shook the Auto World (Published 2015)

This week marks the 60th anniversary of Unsafe at Any Speed, @nader.org's eye-opening book that jumpstarted so much of auto safety.

The NYT did a great write up for the 50th celebration, highlighting the book's influence all these decades later. www.nytimes.com/2015/11/27/a...

Consumer Reports Revives “Bread & Butter” to Guide a New Generation on Substack

Don't miss @consumerreports.org's "Bread & Butter" – our new weekly Substack newsletter.

It's another way we're using our independent research and advice to help you save money.

The first issue drops on Wednesday, so subscribe *for free* now.

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We've won Bronze in the 5th Annual Anthem Awards

We are thrilled to be a Bronze Winner in the 5th Annual #AnthemAwards for CR’s AI Voice Cloning Apps story! Learn more about our award here: www.anthemawards.com/winners/list...

Voice Cloning Apps Make It Easy for Criminals to Steal Your Voice, CR Finds - Consumer Reports CR found that voice cloning apps easily create deepfake people's voices without their consent. The apps are from ElevenLabs, Lovo, PlayAI, and Speechify.

Exciting news: @consumerreports.org is a winner in the 2025 Anthem Awards for our groundbreaking AI voice cloning investigation.

Congratulations to my CR colleagues who made this recognition and award-winning report possible.

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Nothing quite like getting a shout out in The Onion. There is certainly no better The Onion Store than The Onion Store.

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Zippee Silicone Activity Toys Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Choking; Violates Mandatory Standard for Toys; Imported by Mobi Games Consumers should stop using the recalled toy immediately, take it away from children and contact Mobi Games to receive a full refund. Consumers will be asked to register their product online by first ...

Good to see @cpsc.gov working to help families stay safe during the federal shutdown and as the government reopened. We appreciate Chairman Feldman’s commitment to safety recalls for hazardous products and public warnings when a company isn’t taking action fast enough. www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026...

All ByHeart Infant Formula Recalled for Botulism Risk - Consumer Reports All ByHeart infant formula has been recalled after 15 infants fed ByHeart formula were hospitalized with infant botulism across 12 states.

Consumer Safety Alert: ByHeart has recalled all their infant formula because of a botulism risk.

Learn more from @consumerreports.org about the recall, including the risks, how to switch formulas, and what to do with potentially contaminated bottles. www.consumerreports.org/babies-kids/...

Update: People were shocked by the @consumerreports.org investigation on lead in popular protein powders and shakes.

So our experts answered some of the biggest questions – including what steps to take if you're using any of the products.

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YouTube video by The Late Show with Stephen Colbert The Sound Of Science: Lead In Protein Powder | Sex Desert | Exercise Snacks

CR’s protein powder investigation got the Colbert treatment youtu.be/kx9Cfqj1DCM?...

Protein Powders and Shakes Contain High Levels of Lead - Consumer Reports CR tests of 23 popular protein powders and shakes found that most contain high levels of lead.

Don’t miss this @consumerreports.org investigation on lead in protein powders & shakes.

People use these products to help improve their health. But over 2/3 of those we tested had more lead *in a single serving* than is safe to have in a day. www.consumerreports.org/lead/protein...

Almost All the Toddler Towers We Tested Raised Safety Concerns. Here’s Why. - Consumer Reports Toddler towers are popular, but there's a wide range of quality. Most models failed CR's tip-over and entrapment tests. Here's what parents should know.

Check out this @consumerreports.org investigation on toddler towers.

Almost all of the brands CR tested raised safety concerns, like tipping over or risks to kids slipping/crawling through.

Read our report and learn a few safety tips: www.consumerreports.org/babies-kids/...

Consumer Reports statement on Walmart’s pledge to remove harmful food additives from its private label products - CR Advocacy CR applauds Walmart and calls on other grocers to follow suit WASHINGTON DC — Brian Ronholm, director of food policy at Consumer Reports, issued the…

“Walmart’s decision to eliminate these additives from its private label products represents a very positive step towards getting harmful synthetic dyes, sweeteners and other chemicals out of our food,” said Brian Ronholm, director of food policy at Consumer Reports.

Fairness by Design - Consumer Reports The Fairness by Design Playbook is a pro-consumer product design guide created to invite digital finance product developers to race to the top for consumers.

Most Americans use services like payment apps, digital wallets, and mobile banking that too often lack protections we expect.

@consumerreports.org's Fairness by Design Playbook will help companies create products that are good for both people and profits. www.consumerreports.org/fairness-by-...

Thank you to everyone at @consumerreports.org who joined me at last week’s town hall meeting. It was great to share our plan for the future and hear your thoughts and questions.

There’s no team I’d rather have to revolutionize CR’s work and renew our mission to all consumers.

'Nobody Should Lose Their Child Over a Toy' - Consumer Reports Water beads can be deadly to children and are sending thousands to the ER each year. Experts say they shouldn’t be in homes with young kids.

Safety win: @cpsc.gov recently finalized standards for water beads & infant neck floats.

For years @consumerreports.org has called for action: both products have been linked to injuries and deaths.

This story was one reason I wanted to join this great team: www.consumerreports.org/babies-kids/...

EP 154: Consumer Reports on Protecting Your Wallet, Your Data, and Your Family

Don’t miss my interview with Mo News about how @consumerreports.org is working to improve people's lives.

We cover so many issues impacting your wallet and your family, including why millions trust CR to make them healthier, wealthier, and safer.
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Here’s how deepfake vishing attacks work, and why they can be hard to detect Why AI-based voice cloning is the next frontier in social-engineering attacks.

Great to see @arstechnica.com highlight @consumerreports.org's study on AI voice cloning.

Scammers are already using these products to impersonate family members in trouble or celebrity endorsements.

We can’t let this threat continue to grow.
arstechnica.com/security/202...

A Jury Verdict Against Meta & A Call to Delete Your Data with Flo - Innovation at Consumer Reports Flo Health and several tech companies have been accused of collecting data on users’ menstrual health cycles and using it for advertising purposes

Don’t miss @consumerreports.org's guidance on how to delete your data with Flo Health Inc.

They're one of several tech companies that were accused of collecting information on users’ reproductive health and using it for advertising purposes.
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Best Baby Food Companies for Reporting Lead, Arsenic, and Other Toxic Elements - Consumer Reports Consumer Reports and Unleaded Kids evaluated baby food brands for compliance with California’s AB899 requiring heavy metal testing and labeling in baby food.

New parents: @consumerreports.org, with partner Unleaded Kids, released a study on the best baby food companies for reporting lead, arsenic, and other toxic elements.

This information is critical to helping parents make the best choice for their babies. www.consumerreports.org/babies-kids/...

From Our President: Putting Your Safety First - Consumer Reports Consumer Reports CEO Phil Radford highlights CR's latest efforts on consumer safety and protection in homes, cars, health, money matters, and more.

My latest letter in @consumerreports.org magazine features important safety topics like:

- What to do with a recall notice
- Tips for protecting your health, home & more
- The surge in pedestrian deaths

Read for helpful guidance from our trusted experts: www.consumerreports.org/cars/car-saf...

That bargain e-bike you bought online? It might burn your house down A new recall warns that thousands of cheap e-bikes sold online could catch fire without warning.

Don’t miss this @fastcompany.com piece featuring @consumerreports.org's work on deadly fires linked to electric bike batteries.

CR’s experts investigated how this danger is leading to deaths/injuries and why we need national rules to protect consumers.
www.fastcompany.com/91371060/tha...

Expert Tips for Keeping Baby Safe When It’s Hot Out - Consumer Reports CR offers heat safety tips for babies and toddlers. When is it too hot for babies to be outside or toddlers to play outdoors in a heat wave?

It's hot! Millions of Americans will be traveling this summer, and it’s not possible to make outside off-limits.

@consumerreports.org’s doctor-backed recommendations will help your family have fun – and stay safe – under the sun. www.consumerreports.org/babies-kids/...

It was great to join @antennagroup.bsky.social's Age of Adoption podcast.

We had a fantastic conversation about @consumerreports.org, our work in sustainability, and how we must understand consumers' needs when shaping industry and public policy.

Listen here: open.spotify.com/episode/7r4O...

Consumer Reports Urges Congress to Reject Unfair New Tax on Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Owners - CR Advocacy WASHINGTON, DC — Consumer Reports is calling on Congress to reject a proposed federal tax that would disproportionately penalize Americans who drive cleaner, more fuel-efficient…

Own a hybrid/EV? @consumerreports.org is urging Congress to reject a new unfair tax on many of you.

Some lawmakers are considering a tax that could have you paying 3 to 7x as much as conventional gas car owners pay a year in fed gas taxes.

Learn more: advocacy.consumerreports.org/press_releas...

Last week I held my first in-person town hall at the @consumerreports.org Yonkers NY office.

CR’s history is one of adapting, and that trait is needed more than ever. I couldn’t have asked for a better team to achieve the bold action that our times demand and that our mission deserves.

Popsunny Dress Up Costume Toy Sets and battery compartment

#WARNING: CPSC is warning consumers to immediately stop using Popsunny Princess Dress Up Costume Sets due to risk of serious injury or death from ingestion hazard; violation of the federal standard for battery-operated toys; sold on Amazon.com by Gizmo Box

More: cpsc.gov/Warnings/202...