E-commerce Platforms Urged to Follow Guidelines on ‘Dark Patterns’ to Avoid Government Action Union Minister Pralhad Joshi has issued a stern warning to e-commerce platforms, emphasizing the necessity of complying…
Consumer Protection
Europe cracks down on Shein for misleading consumers
Europe Cracks Down on Shein for Misleading Consumers European Union consumer watchdogs are taking a stand against fast-fashion giant Shein for multiple violations, particularly concerning misleading product labels. The crackdown…
AI regulation fight heats up over US federal moratorium
AI Regulation: The Battle Over US Federal Moratorium Intensifies As the discussion around regulating Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to gain momentum, a crucial development in the United States has brought…
Retail fraud awareness rises with social media, risks USD $107bn
Retail Fraud Awareness Rises with Social Media, Risks USD $107bn In a world where social media plays an increasingly integral role in shaping consumer behavior and preferences, it comes as…
Temu joins global council to step up fight against online fakes
Temu Strengthens Fight Against Online Fakes by Joining Global Council In a proactive move to combat the proliferation of counterfeit goods online, Temu has recently joined the International Anti-Counterfeiting Coalition’s…
Court Won't Revive Suit Against X Over Ad-Targeting Gaffe
Court Won’t Revive Suit Against X Over Ad-Targeting Gaffe A recent decision by a federal appeals court has brought attention to the delicate balance between data collection for security purposes…
EU plans new law to tackle online consumer manipulation
EU Plans New Law to Tackle Online Consumer Manipulation The European Union is taking a stand against unethical digital practices that manipulate online consumers. The introduction of a new law…
STABLE Act aims to bring transparency to the stablecoin market
The STABLE Act: Enhancing Transparency and Consumer Protection in the Stablecoin Market US lawmakers are making strides to bring much-needed clarity and regulation to the world of stablecoins. With the…
Ousted FTC Commissioners Sue For Reinstatement
Ousted FTC Commissioners Sue For Reinstatement Former Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Commissioners, Alvaro Bedoya and Rebecca Kelly Slaughter, are fighting back against their removal from the commission. In a bold…
India’s banks encouraged to adopt AI for consumer protection
AI Adoption in Indian Banks: A Vital Step Towards Consumer Protection In the fast-paced world of banking, customer service is paramount. In India, where banks received over 10 million complaints…