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The chairman of Iceland's Consumer Association highlights how sustained 5.6% inflation continues to negatively affect household purchasing power, despite recent economic measures.

Consumer protection groups are accusing Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook, of illegally tracking users on third-party websites, affecting 50 million users in Germany.

The Indian government stated that the use of E20 petrol saved consumers approximately ₹30 per litre during periods of crude price spikes, a claim made amidst ongoing criticism from opposition parties and consumer groups regarding its introduction.

Consumer associations are calling for intervention from regulators Arera and Agcm to address persistent aggressive telemarketing practices in the energy sector, despite existing restrictions.

NextEra Energy, currently seeking to acquire Dominion Energy, has frequently clashed with consumer groups, residents, and journalists in its home state of Florida, highlighting its significant political power.

Stichting Car Claim, along with consumer groups, has initiated legal action against Stellantis, the parent company of Fiat, alleging the use of 'Dieselgate' cheating software in campervans.

Thirteen consumer associations from 12 European countries, including Greece's EKPOIZO, are launching a coordinated effort to ensure the quality of digital services is not degraded, sending a letter to authorities with their concerns.

Activists and consumer groups have condemned a recent spike in petrol prices across Nigeria and are calling for a transparent financial audit of state refinery revenues.

France is set to ban intrusive telephone sales offers, a move welcomed by consumer groups who previously noted that some call centers ignored existing opt-out lists.

Nitin Gadkari informed Parliament about E20 petrol, highlighting improved ride quality but also acknowledging lower average mileage. Opposition parties and consumer groups have criticized its rollout due to potential engine damage.

A national coalition of consumer groups in the Philippines has welcomed the Energy Regulatory Commission's decision to extend the suspension of electricity service disconnections for three more months, covering consumers with unpaid power bills.

The Thailand Consumers Council (TCC) and Cofact Thailand have submitted a letter to the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) chairman, pressing the regulator to finalize the long-delayed roadmap for broadcasting and TV.

Google has refuted claims of failing to combat fraudulent advertising on its platforms, following a complaint filed by Cyprus and European consumer groups against Meta, TikTok, and Google over alleged breaches of digital security authority (DSA) regulations.

Lithuania's Ministry of Energy is expanding opportunities for installing solar power plants, allowing neighbors to form joint consumer groups and share installation costs, particularly in areas with limited grid capacity.

Petitioners and consumer groups in the Philippines are once again pressing the Supreme Court to act on a petition seeking to halt 'unconstitutional' NAIA fee increases, which stem from a concession deal and contribute to rising costs nationwide.

Royal Mail announced that the price of first class stamps will increase to £1.80, citing rising delivery costs, a move that has angered consumer groups.

France has officially banned unsolicited telemarketing calls, a move hailed by consumer groups as a 'small revolution' in consumer protection.

An analysis by consumer protection organizations has found that inexpensive sunscreens sold on platforms like Temu, Aliexpress, and Shein provide minimal protection and may even be dangerous.

Consumer groups are warning that the overhaul of the 'buy now, pay later' (BNPL) regime, which requires lenders to perform affordability checks, could potentially exclude millions of users from the £14 billion market.

A Harvard study indicates that credit card swipe fees annually transfer an estimated $30 billion from cash users to rewards cardholders. The research highlights the economic impact of these fees on different consumer groups.

European consumer organizations have filed complaints against Google, Meta, and TikTok, alleging that the platforms have not adequately protected users from financial fraud.

Novo Nordisk, maker of Wegovy and Ozempic, is strategizing a comeback in the US market for its weight-loss drugs, aiming to learn from consumer groups to improve its approach.

A report by MPs and peers has called for a significant review of UK financial regulation, warning of 'systemic flaws,' although consumer groups have dismissed the findings as a 'rehash.'

Royal Mail says the increase reflects the rise in delivery costs, but the move angers consumer groups.