CCPA Penalizes PhysicsWallah and McAfee for Dark Patterns
The Central Consumer Protection Authority under Chief Commissioner Smt. Nidhi Khare has fined PhysicsWallah Limited and McAfee Software India Private Limited for employing deceptive dark patterns on their digital platforms. PhysicsWallah utilized techniques like pre-selected donations and misleading 'free' course labels, while McAfee was penalized for inducing fear-based subscription renewals. Both companies have been directed to eliminate such practices to ensure consumer decisions are informed and free from manipulation.
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