Websites that fail to stop fake reviews need tough action by CMA, consumer group urges
( January 8, 2020, 13:13 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Websites that fail to tackle fake reviews should face the "strongest possible action" from the Competition and Markets Authority, according to UK consumer organization Which. "The CMA needs to investigate how fake reviews are being used to manipulate online shoppers," it added in reaction to a statement by the regulator earlier today that Facebook and eBay have pledged measures to combat fake and misleading reviews.Statement follows....
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