Chinese shopping app Temu responds to accusations of manipulation

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Chinese shopping app Temu has responded to accusations of 'manipulative techniques' in an email received by The South African website.

Chinese shopping app Temu has responded to accusations of “manipulative techniques” in an email received by The South African website. Image: AdobeStockChinese shopping app Temu has responded to accusations of “manipulative techniques” in an email received by The South African website.

Under the DSA, all digital platforms must remove illegal content quickly, be more transparent about how they use users’ data and ensure the safety of shoppers online. ‘Our commitment to compliance and our willingness to engage stakeholders globally can be seen in our proactive actions. In the past week, Temu entered a cease-and-desist declaration with Germany’s VZBV, committing to addressing concerns raised about our practices, many of which are covered by the BEUC’s complaint.

 

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