Summary
The European Union is investigating the fashion company Shein for possibly breaking digital laws, including selling childlike sex dolls and having an "addictive" website design. The investigation will look into how Shein prevents illegal products and checks how their website suggests items to shoppers. Shein has stated they are working to improve safety and compliance with EU laws.
Key Facts
- The European Union has started an investigation into Shein, a fast fashion company.
- The investigation will check if Shein sold illegal products, like childlike sex dolls.
- Shein removed the childlike sex dolls from its website and banned the sellers.
- The EU is also examining if Shein’s website has an "addictive" design.
- The inquiry will look at how Shein's website suggests products to customers.
- Under the Digital Services Act, Shein must disclose how its recommender systems work.
- Potential fines for Shein could be up to 6% of its worldwide sales if found guilty.
- Shein has stated they are working to follow EU laws and ensure a safe shopping experience.
