Consumer Affairs Dept urges online platforms to refrain from adopting ‘dark patterns’ that harm consumer interest

“It is pertinent to note that dark patterns involve using a design and choice architecture to trick, coerce or influence consumers to make choices not in their best interest. Engaging in such deceptive and manipulative conduct by using dark patterns in online...

‘Climate washing’ lawsuits jump as more activists challenge corporate claims, report shows

“One of the most significant groups of climate-washing cases to emerge in recent years have been cases challenging the truthfulness of corporate climate commitments, particularly where these are not backed up by adequate plans and policies,” the report authors, Joana...