Republic of Korea: Fair Trade Commission investigation into Nol Universe over alleged abuse of bargaining position in accommodation advertising
Progress
Current status
in force
12 Aug 2025 in force
Scope
Implementers
Republic of Korea
Policy Area
Competition
Policy Instrument
Unilateral conduct regulation
Regulated Economic Activity
platform intermediary: e-commerce
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
competition authority
Implementation Level
national
Timeline of events
Fair Trade Commission issued ruling in investigation into Nol Universe over abuse of bargaining position in accommodation advertising
On 12 August 2025, the Korea Fair Trade Commission (KFTC) issued a ruling against Nol Universe with a fine of KRW 540 million and issued corrective and notification orders for abusing its superior bargaining position in the online accommodation book…
SourceEvent type
investigation
Action type
ruling
Government branch
executive
Government body
competition authority