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EU probes Booking.com over alleged scam and fake listing defenses

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The European Commission has launched an investigation into Booking.com under the Digital Services Act (DSA). This probe focuses on allegations that the platform has failed to adequately address fake listings and phishing scams. The Commission cited concerns that Booking.com's fraud defenses are "absolutely substandard." AI

RANK_REASON Regulatory action against a platform for alleged policy violations.

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EU probes Booking.com over alleged scam and fake listing defenses

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  1. The Register — AI TIER_1 English(EN) · Paul Kunert ·

    EU wants Booking.com to check out of its scam problem

    Commission opens DSA probe into fake listings and phishing on the platform, says its fraud defenses 'absolutely substandard'

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