EU’s Initiative to Tackle Influx of Unsafe Products from Non-EU Online Stores The European Parliament has adopted new proposals to manage the growing influx of substandard and unsafe cheap products…
Consumer Protection
USPS Warns of ‘Brushing’ Scam Behind Surprise E-Commerce Deliveries
Beware of Brushing Scam: USPS Alerts Consumers to Unordered E-Commerce Deliveries The rise of e-commerce has undoubtedly made shopping more convenient for consumers worldwide. With a few clicks, a plethora…
Beware of fake deals as Prime Day approaches
Beware of fake deals as Prime Day approaches As the highly anticipated Prime Day approaches, online shoppers are gearing up for exclusive deals and discounts on a wide array of…
“Missed Package?” Scam Fooling Thousands
“Missed Package?” Scam Fooling Thousands Thousands of Kiwis are falling victim to evolving package delivery scams exploiting busy inboxes with fake DHL and NZ Post emails. With the rise of…
UK cracks down on rogue influencers
UK Cracks Down on Rogue Influencers: FCA Removes Hundreds of Misleading Finance Posts from Social Media In the ever-evolving landscape of digital marketing, influencers have become a powerful force in…
CCPA protection directs E-Commerce platforms for self-audit within 3 months to detect Dark Patterns
CCPA Protection Directs E-Commerce Platforms for Self-Audit within 3 Months to Detect Dark Patterns The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) has taken a proactive step in safeguarding consumer rights within…
E-commerce platforms must comply with guidelines on ‘dark patterns’: Food Minister Pralhad Joshi
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…
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…