Consumer ProtectionEconomy
Belgium Mandates Faster Bank Refunds for Phishing Victims
Belgian Minister Rob Beenders proposes legislation forcing banks to reimburse phishing victims within one day, shifting burden of proof to banks.
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Consumer Protection
Cheap Sunscreens from Temu, Shein Fail Safety Tests
Consumer tests reveal 9 out of 10 cheap sunscreens from Temu, Shein, and AliExpress fail safety checks, offering little UV protection.
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Consumer ProtectionEconomy
Belgium Bans Klarna and BNPL Services for Minors
Belgium bans Klarna and buy now, pay later apps for minors, closing a regulatory loophole and transposing the EU Consumer Credit Directive II.
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Health & SafetyConsumer Protection
Toxic Squishy Dumpling Toys Spark Belgian Safety Scandal
Belgian toxicologist Jan Tytgat warns squishy dumpling toys contain carcinogenic substances found in crude oil, prompting major retailers to pull products.
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Local GovernanceConsumer Protection
CCTV Exposé Triggers Crackdown on Truck Scale Fraud
After a CCTV exposé on illegal truck scale modifications in Ganzhou, Jiangxi, local authorities launched an overnight probe and special crackdown.
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EducationConsumer Protection
China Clarifies New School Uniform Quality Regulations
China's Ministry of Education clarifies new school uniform quality regulations, addressing safety standards, voluntary purchasing, and parental oversight.
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Consumer ProtectionEconomy
China Consumer Association Warns on Fitness Prepayment Risks
China Consumer Association issues fitness prepayment warning with 'Three Checks, Two Don'ts' guideline and trust-based fund supervision model.
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Consumer ProtectionEconomy
Belgium Bans Fake Energy Discounts in Consumer Crackdown
Belgian parliament unanimously approves ban on misleading energy discounts targeting deceptive pricing that costs households up to €700 yearly.
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FinanceConsumer Protection
Belgium Warns Against Five Suspicious Investment Firms
Belgium's FSMA warns consumers against five unauthorized investment companies offering fraudulent opportunities in wine, energy, and real estate.
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Consumer ProtectionEconomy
China Issues Jewelry and Precious Metals Fraud Warning
China's consumer watchdog warns on precious metals, jewelry, and jade fraud, revealing 19,421 complaints and deceptive livestreaming practices.
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FinanceConsumer Protection
Belgian Panel Urges Banks to Create Fraud Compensation Fund
A Belgian citizen panel recommends banks create a joint fund for fraud victims, funded by bank profits, amid growing pressure from courts and regulators.
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Consumer ProtectionTechnology
China Cracks Down on Parking QR Code Pop-Up Scams
Chinese regulators target intrusive parking QR code ads that trick drivers into unwanted subscriptions, with cities like Chengdu leading new crackdowns.
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HealthConsumer Protection
Belgium's Supplement Market: Who Will Intervene?
A De Morgen investigation exposes gaps in Belgium's supplement regulation, sparking debate over enforcement, influencer marketing, and consumer protection.
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