The European Commission imposed a record €550 million fine on Chinese e-commerce giant AliExpress for failing to prevent the sale of illegal and harmful products, including counterfeits and unsafe toys, on its platform under the Digital Services Act. AliExpress announced it will appeal the decision.
The EU has imposed a €550 million fine on online retailer AliExpress for allowing the sale of illegal products, including unsafe toys and cosmetics, that failed to meet the bloc’s environmental and safety standards. This is the largest fine under the Digital Services Act.
An Australian woman pleads for her father's deportation to Nauru to be halted. Overseas, Donald Trump confirms a call with Israel's PM, while Iran attacks Kuwait airport. Australia faces trade tariffs, and NDIS reforms face criticism.
An Australian woman is pleading for her father's deportation to Nauru to be halted. Meanwhile, Donald Trump confirmed a testy call with Israel's PM, Iran attacked Kuwait airport, and Australia faces trade tariffs.
New Australian Bureau of Statistics data reveals a 40% rise in nicotine consumption from 2017-2025, driven by a surge in illegal tobacco to 80% of the market. This has led to a drop in household spending on cigarettes, creating a $6.9bn budget hole.
New Australian Bureau of Statistics data reveals a 40% surge in nicotine consumption between 2017-2025, driven by a rise to 80% of illicit tobacco products. This has led to a drop in household spending on cigarettes, creating a $6.9bn budget hole.
