news Scmp World 2026-07-20

EU Fines AliExpress $630 Million for Selling Illegal and Counterfeit Products

The European Union has fined AliExpress €550 million (US$630 million) for failing to adequately prevent the sale of illegal products, including unsafe toys and cosmetics, and for not swiftly removing counterfeit goods.

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