The €550m Warning: EU Fines AliExpress for Ignoring Safety Gates The European Commission has imposed a record breaking fine of €550 million on Chinese e commerce giant AliExpress, citing the company's failure to protect consumers from harm.
For years, AliExpress has touted itself as a champion of convenience and affordability, but behind the scenes, it prioritized profits over consumer safety.
The EU's Digital Services Act, enacted in 2024, aimed to address issues like counterfeit goods, deceptive marketing, and addictive online practices that put consumers at risk.