Google to comply with EU rules around providing clearer info to consumers

The European Commission announced yesterday that Google has committed to introduce changes in several of its products and services in an effort to provide consumers with clearer and more accurate information. Following a dialogue started in 2021 with the Consumer Protection Cooperation Network, coordinated by the European Commission and led by the Dutch Authority for Consumers and Markets and the Belgian Directorate-General for Economic Inspection, Google has agreed to address issues raised by the authorities and to introduce changes in Google Store, Google Play Store, Google Hotels and Google Flights to ensure compliance with EU consumer rules. Commissioner for Justice, Didier Reynders said: "Even today, almost three years after the start of the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent lockdowns, we see an increasing number of consumers turn to the internet to book their holidays, make purchases, or consult a review. EU consumers are entitled to clear, complete information so that they can make informed choices. The commitments made by Google are a step forward in this direction. We call on Google to comply fully with the Geo-blocking Regulation, ensuring that consumers can enjoy the same rights and access the same content, wherever they are in the EU." Reference Link