Consumer NZ calls for ban on unfair trading practices like hidden fees and dark patterns
Consumer NZ is pushing for legislation to prohibit unfair trading tactics as Australia moves toward similar protections.
Consumer NZ has called for the country to ban unfair trading practices including hidden fees and manipulative dark patterns, citing gaps in existing consumer protection laws. The advocacy follows Australia's move to introduce restrictions on such practices. Consumer NZ argues that current legal protections in New Zealand are insufficient to prevent these tactics.
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Consumer NZ calls for prohibition of unfair trading practices like hidden fees & manipulation using dark patterns
With Australia moving to ban unfair trading tricks and traps, Consumer NZ is calling for NZ to do something similar due to insufficient protections under existing laws