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UK Enacts Law Banning Deceptive Online Practices

4/7/2025

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The UK has taken a bold step forward with the Digital Markets, Competition, and Consumer Act 2024, outlawing deceptive reviews and hidden charges. Online platforms are now required to transparently display all fees in their prices, tackling the issue of "dripped pricing." The Competition and Markets Authority will enforce compliance, ensuring a fairer marketplace for consumers.

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Story summary

The UK has taken a bold step forward with the Digital Markets, Competition, and Consumer Act 2024, outlawing deceptive reviews and hidden charges. Online platforms are now required to transparently display all fees in their prices, tackling the issue of "dripped pricing." The Competition and Markets Authority will enforce compliance, ensuring a fairer marketplace for consumers.