United Kingdom: Dodd-Frank, Consumer Protection Act

The Information Commissioner's Office has executed search warrants across the UK targeting businesses suspected of sending 170 million unlawful marketing text messages related to car finance mis-selling claims. This enforcement action, part of a joint regulatory task force investigation, signals heightened scrutiny of direct marketing practices and raises critical compliance questions for businesses relying on electronic communications to generate leads.

The Advertising Standards Authority has issued a series of rulings against major UK retailers including Boots, Debenhams, Very, and John Lewis over misleading Black Friday price claims.

The FCA has issued a consultation on proposed guidance setting out how relevant firms involved in crypto should apply the FCA's consumer duty, including most importantly the rules...