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The CMA has reviewed the online dating industry and identified common terms and conditions and practices that are likely to be illegal under consumer law.
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The CMA is investigating suspected breaches of consumer protection law by a company in the online dating sector.
Online dating platform Venntro has pledged to be more upfront about how it shares personal information, following an investigation by the CMA.
Apps to provide bonuses, stickers and profile badges for vaccinated users as poll shows most dating adults support vaccination.
The UK government and some of the world's biggest tech companies have agreed a series of pledges to protect the public from online fraud.
Guidance for defence personnel on the use of social media
This consultation seeks views on the government’s Internet Safety Strategy.
One hour GDS Academy online course on tools and techniques for leading interactive and engaging meetings in virtual rooms.
New offences have been introduced to criminalise cyberflashing, fake news intended to cause non-trivial harm and other online abuse.
If you manage an online platform that allows user generated content, these 7 steps will help you keep your business and your users safe.
The first Global Fraud Summit, hosted by the Home Secretary, begins in London today. Ministers from the G7, Five Eyes, Singapore and South Korea are attending.
Find out if you need to register for the tax if your group provides a social media platform, search engine or online marketplace to UK users.
The zero response to an FOI asking for details about crimes reported to CNC involving dating websites and online dating
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