Republic of Korea: KFTC Investigation into Eduwill for alleged violation of Electronic Commerce Act
Progress
Current status
in force
04 Jul 2024 in force
Scope
Implementers
Republic of Korea
Policy Area
Consumer protection
Policy Instrument
Fair marketing and advertising practice requirement
Regulated Economic Activity
platform intermediary: e-commerce
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
consumer protection authority
Implementation Level
national
Timeline of events
Issued ruling in Korea Fair Trade Commission Investigation into Eduwill
On 4 July 2024, the Korean Fair Trade Commission (KFTC) imposed corrective measures and penalties against Eduwill for violating the Electronic Commerce Act. The KFTC found that Eduwill advertised online lecture products as discounted for a limited …
SourceEvent type
investigation
Action type
ruling
Government branch
executive
Government body
consumer protection authority