CMA investigates five firms over fake and misleading reviews
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17 claimsThe UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched five new consumer law investigations into companies for potential fake or misleading reviews.
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The companies being investigated are Autotrader, Feefo, Dignity, Just Eat, and Pasta Evangelists.
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The CMA is investigating Autotrader and Feefo over whether one-star reviews were hidden on Autotrader's platform and did not count towards star ratings.
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5 questionsWhat specific evidence the CMA has gathered against each of the five companies under investigation.
The timeline for the CMA's investigations and when conclusions or actions might be announced.
How many consumers have been affected by the alleged fake reviews and misleading discounts across all cases.
Whether other major review platforms besides Trustpilot are also hosting reviews for illegal services.
The potential penalties or fines the companies could face if found guilty of violating consumer laws.
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