Republic of Korea: FTC investigation into Kakao (Melon) regarding their violations of the Electronic Commerce Act
Progress
Current status
in force
21 Jan 2024 in force
Scope
Implementers
Republic of Korea
Policy Area
Consumer protection
Policy Instrument
User/subject right
Regulated Economic Activity
streaming service provider
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
consumer protection authority
Implementation Level
national
Timeline of events
Issued FTC ruling against Kakao (Melon) regarding their violations of the Electronic Commerce Act
On 21 January 2024, the Korean government published the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) ruling against Kakao Co. Ltd. (Kakao)s' music provider Melon regarding their actions in violation of the Electronic Commerce Act, as they misled consumers and pre…
SourceEvent type
investigation
Action type
ruling
Government branch
executive
Government body
consumer protection authority