Regulation

British airways faces record fine after GDPR breach

Until now, the largest penalty ever imposed under data protection laws was on Facebook, which was a fine of £500,000…

7 years ago

San Francisco announces ban on e-cigarettes

Earlier in the year, San Francisco announced that it was planning to ban the sale of e-cigarettes until the devices…

7 years ago

How does the FDA plan to lower the cost of generic drugs?

Ned Sharpless, the Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), has just announced that the agency will be taking…

7 years ago

Calls for websites to do more to deal with fake reviews

Online shopping is big business. And with the industry growing at a rapid pace, the number of transactions is increasing…

7 years ago

How consumers can protect themselves from online trading scams

In recent years, thousands of people have fallen victim to “get rich quick” schemes using online trading platforms. Social media…

7 years ago

Government regulations could mean tighter security rules on smart devices

The rising use of internet connected household devices is bringing many benefits to consumers. However, there are also concerns over…

7 years ago

The new code for banking scams: how does it work?

In the UK, millions of pounds are lost every year to bank transfer scams. But, under a new voluntary code…

7 years ago

Regulator rules that broadband and phone providers must inform customers about the best deals

In a bid to break the “loyalty penalties” consumers face on some of their bills, broadband, phone, and television providers…

7 years ago

UK announces plans to ban single-use plastics by 2020

Plastic waste is an issue that’s damaging the oceans and the environment. And in a bid to tackle the problem,…

7 years ago

How does taxing sugary drinks affect consumption?

In 2017, Philadelphia became the second city in the US to introduce a tax on sugary beverages and soda. And…

7 years ago