Republic of Korea: FTC investigation into Airbnb for alleged violations of the Electronic Commerce Act
Progress
Current status
in force
11 Mar 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: other
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
consumer protection authority
Implementation Level
national
Timeline of events
Issued ruling in FTC investigation into Airbnb for violations of the Electronic Commerce Act
On 11 March 2024, the Korean Fair Trade Commission (FTC) issued a ruling in its investigation into Airbnb for violations of the Electronic Commerce Act. In particular, Airbnb Ireland, a global shared lodging platform, has been sanctioned by the FTC …
SourceEvent type
investigation
Action type
ruling
Government branch
executive
Government body
consumer protection authority