Junk Fees, Record Airline Revenues, and Ethical Design for a Better Future

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. The Hidden Costs of Being a Fan: Junk Fees and Their Impact
   In case you missed it, our latest article dives into the world of junk fees, exposing how these hidden costs affect consumers and erode trust in the digital marketplace.
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2. Airlines Push Record Ancillary Sales
   A study by IdeaWorks and CarTrawler highlights the pressure airlines place on travelers to pay for extras like checked baggage and seat assignments. These "ancillary sales" are expected to hit a record $117.9 billion in 2023—a 7.7% increase from pre-pandemic levels—raising concerns about the role of deceptive and aggressive commercial practices in this revenue boom.
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Exciting News:

We’re excited to announce the launch of our Masterclass series on Fighting Dark Patterns! Registration for the first two sessions will open later this week, offering practical tools and strategies to combat deceptive design practices. Stay tuned to reserve your spot and join us in creating a fairer digital future.

Conclusion:

At Fairpatterns, we’re dedicated to promoting fairness by design and combating deceptive practices that harm users and the planet. Through Fair Monday, we share resources and insights to help make ethical and transparent online experiences the norm.

Thirsty for more? Explore our website for the latest updates, or tune into our podcast to hear from thought leaders on digital fairness.

Let’s work together to achieve #EthicalDesign and #DigitalFairness for everyone. Happy reading and have a great start to your week with Fairpatterns!