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UK law will let regulators fine Big Tech without court approval


More countries go after Big Tech.

The UK could subject big tech companies to hefty fines if they don’t comply with new rules meant to promote competition in digital markets. The DMCC also addresses consumer protection issues by banning fake reviews, forcing companies to be more transparent about their subscription contracts, regulating secondary ticket sales, and getting rid of hidden fees. Apple has faced criticism over its response to the DMA, and the European Union has already opened an investigation to evaluate whether the company’s complying with the region’s new rules.

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