CPRA Enforcement, Meta’s Button Labeling Ruling, and Match Group Lawsuit on Gamified Addiction

Introduction:

Welcome to Fair Monday! We know Mondays can be a bit rough, so we created Fair Monday to bring you weekly insights and resources on dark patterns and digital fairness. Each Monday, we share updates on the latest developments, helping you stay informed and empowered to create a fairer, more transparent digital space.

This Week's Highlights:

1. California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) Enforcement Accelerated
   A California court of appeals has reversed a previous decision, allowing immediate enforcement of the CPRA. Originally delayed to March 29, 2024, companies must now comply immediately with the regulations, prompting urgency for businesses to adapt their practices to meet these robust privacy requirements.
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2. Meta Ordered to Improve Button Labeling in Germany
   The Düsseldorf Higher Regional Court ruled against Meta Platforms Ireland for using unclear order buttons in their ad-free paid services on Facebook and Instagram. The court found that these buttons violated consumer protection laws, reinforcing the obligation for clear and transparent wording when indicating an obligation to pay.
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3. Match Group Sued for Gamified Addiction
   Match Group, the parent company of Tinder, Hinge, and The League, faces a lawsuit accusing its apps of being intentionally designed to foster addictive behavior. The lawsuit claims that these platforms gamify interactions to lock users into compulsive spending by creating psychological dependencies. It seeks class-action status for alleged violations of consumer protection laws, false advertising, and defective design practices.
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Exciting News:

📅 Don’t miss our special Masterclass on Dark Patterns 101, co-hosted by Harry Brignull and Marie Potel-Saville, on February 26th. Reserve your spot now: Register here

🎤 This week, our founder, Marie Potel-Saville, is speaking at the IAPP Data Protection Intensive 2024 (DPI24) in London alongside Ruth Boardman, Chris Jenkins, and Stephen Almond. They’ll discuss avoiding deceptive design practices—stay tuned for updates from the conference!

Conclusion:

Through Fair Monday, we aim to provide actionable insights to help create a digital space built on transparency and fairness. Stay updated on our website, subscribe to our newsletter, and listen to our podcast for deeper discussions on dark patterns and digital fairness.

Let’s continue striving for #Fairness, #EthicalDesign, and #ImpactDriven practices. Have a fantastic start to your week with Fairpatterns!