EU formally investigates Booking.com’s anti-fraud measures
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On October 21, 2026, the European Commission formally launched an investigation into Booking.com, examining whether its anti-fraud measures comply with the requirements of the Digital Services Act (DSA). The investigation will assess whether the platform adequately identifies, evaluates, and mitigates the risks of fake listings, impersonation fraud, and phishing scams. Key areas include how booking and guest data are shared with accommodation providers, the design of its messaging service, and whether listings that pay to boost their search rankings are clearly labeled as advertisements. Booking.com said it would cooperate with the investigation and stated that safety, trust, and the protection of personal information are its priorities.
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- PYMNTSEuropean Commission formally investigates whether Booking.com’s anti-fraud measures violate the DSA
The European Commission has launched a formal investigation into Booking.com to assess whether it has adequately evaluated and mitigated the risks of fake listings, impersonation fraud, and phishing scams. The investigation will focus on how booking and guest data are shared with accommodation providers, the design of its messaging service, and whether listings that pay to boost their search rankings are clearly labeled as ads. Booking.com said it is cooperating with the investigation and prioritizes security, trust, and the protection of personal information.
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