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Italian Competition Authority Fines Bernabei Companies for Unfair Commercial Practice

The Italian Competition Authority has fined Bernabei s.r.l. and Bernabei Liquori s.r.l. a total of €400,000 for unfair commercial practices. The companies made misleading claims and omitted key information regarding discounts on alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks advertised on their website and app.

Italian Competition Authority Investigates Ambush Marketing for Milan-Cortina 2026

The Italian Competition Authority has launched two investigations and one moral suasion action against supermarket chains Rialto (Il Gigante), MD S.p.A. (MD), and SELEX Gruppo Commerciale S.p.A. (Famila) for alleged ambush marketing related to the Milan-Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. The actions are based on potential breaches of Article 10 of Law Decree No. 16/2020.

AGCM Investigates Procter & Gamble for Misleading Braun Ads

The Italian Competition Authority (AGCM) has launched an investigation into Procter & Gamble S.r.l. concerning misleading advertising for the Braun Skin i-Expert hair removal device. The authority is concerned that claims of being 'hair-free for two years' may overstate the product's effectiveness and lack sufficient evidence.

Italian Privacy Authority Fines Intesa Sanpaolo €17.6 Million

The Italian Privacy Authority has fined Intesa Sanpaolo €17.6 million for unlawfully processing the data of approximately 2.4 million customers. The fine stems from the transfer of customer data to its wholly-owned subsidiary, Isybank, as part of a corporate operation.

Garante Privacy Fines Acea Energia €2 Million for Unauthorized Contracts

The Italian Garante privacy has fined Acea Energia spa €2 million for significant violations of personal data protection laws. The company was found to have used inaccurate customer data to activate over 1,200 unsolicited energy contracts through door-to-door agents.

Garante Privacy Orders Amazon to Stop Worker Surveillance

The Italian Data Protection Authority (Garante privacy) has ordered Amazon Italia Logistica to immediately stop its worker surveillance system. The authority found that Amazon collected sensitive information on employees, including health conditions, union activities, and personal/family life, violating data protection regulations.

Consob Blocks 11 Websites for Financial Abuse

The Italian financial regulator, Consob, has ordered the blocking of 11 new websites engaged in financial abuse and unauthorized investment services. This action brings the total number of blocked sites to 1,599 since July 2019, with 136 related to crypto-activities.

IVASS Orders Blocking of 3 Abusive Insurance Websites

The Italian Insurance Supervisory Authority (IVASS) has ordered the blocking of three abusive websites offering unauthorized insurance services. This action brings the total number of blocked abusive sites to 352 since November 2023, highlighting ongoing efforts to protect consumers from fraudulent insurance activities.

IVASS Orders Blocking of Abusive Insurance Website

The Italian Insurance Supervisory Authority (IVASS) has ordered the blocking of an abusive insurance website, bringing the total to 349 sites blocked since November 2023. IVASS advises consumers to be wary of suspicious contact methods and payment requests.

IVASS Orders Blocking of 2 Abusive Insurance Websites

The Italian Insurance Supervisory Authority (IVASS) has ordered the blocking of two websites operating abusively in the insurance sector. This action brings the total number of blocked abusive sites to 348 since November 2023.