consumer protection

06/08/2025

EU investigates Shein for dark patterns and aggressive digital marketing

BEUC has filed a complaint with the European Commission against Shein for using dark patterns to drive sales, potentially violating EU consumer protection laws.

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04/24/2025

EU Fines Apple and Meta for Digital Markets Act Violations

The European Commission fined Apple €500 million and Meta €200 million for breaching the Digital Markets Act, emphasizing strict enforcement of EU digital competition rules.

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02/07/2025

Shein Faces EU Investigation Over Consumer Protection Concerns

The EU intensifies scrutiny of Shein for consumer protection compliance amid rising low-value e-commerce imports, proposing reforms to enhance safety and sustainability.

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01/29/2025

Digital Fairness Act To Enhance Online Consumer Protection

The Digital Fairness Act aims to tackle online consumer protection issues in the EU, focusing on fairness, transparency, and accountability in digital practices.

10/15/2024

X Avoids EU Gatekeeper Designation Under DMA

Elon Musk’s X avoids EU gatekeeper status under the Digital Markets Act, escaping stringent obligations after an investigation by the European Commission.

10/07/2024

Commission Publishes Digital Fairness Fitness Check Findings

The EU Digital Fairness Fitness Check reveals the need for updated consumer protection laws to address unique online challenges and prevent harmful practices.

10/01/2024

Six EU countries call for tough DSA action against platforms like Shein, Temu

Six EU nations call for unified enforcement of the Digital Services Act against major e-commerce platforms to ensure compliance and consumer safety.

08/07/2024

EU Regulators Urge Scrutiny of Crypto Firms Seeking MiCA Authorization

ESMA warns of risks from global crypto firms seeking partial MiCA authorization while operating offshore, urging rigorous scrutiny and compliance to protect EU consumers.

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07/24/2024

Meta Faces Deadline Over “Pay or Consent” Model Compliance

Meta faces EU scrutiny over its “pay or consent” model, risking significant penalties if it fails to address consumer protection concerns by September 1, 2024.

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07/24/2024

Microsoft blames EU regulations for major IT outage

A faulty antivirus update from CrowdStrike caused an IT outage affecting up to 8.5 million Windows devices, with Microsoft blaming a 2009 EU agreement for preventing preventive security measures.