EU opens investigation into Booking.com over fake listings and scams
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The European Commission has opened an investigation into Booking.com, saying it may have breached the EU's Digital Services Act by not doing enough against fake listings and phishing scams. Officials will also check advertising transparency. Booking.com said it is engaging constructively with the commission.
Why it matters
The probe concerns online booking fraud that affects travellers worldwide. Under the Digital Services Act, a company can be fined up to 6% of its worldwide annual turnover, according to the Guardian.
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