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2025. 08. 18.
On the trail of virtual traps – nationwide consumer protection investigation into the world of video games
The National Authority for Trade and Consumer Protection (NATCP), in cooperation with government offices under its professional supervision, has launched a nationwide investigation to monitor video games from a consumer protection perspective.

2025. 08. 14.
Official action against „Kalóriakirály” ("Calorie King"): inspectors seized more than 1,500 boxes of dietary supplements worth nearly 5.5 million forints
The National Authority for Trade and Consumer Protection (NATCP), in cooperation with the Pest County Tax and Customs Directorate of the National Tax and Customs Administration (NTCA), has taken another decisive step to protect consumer health and eliminate illegal commercial practices.

2025. 08. 11.
One in every four advertisements were in breach of language protection rules - advertising rules fined nearly HUF 5 million
A total of 357 advertisements were checked by the government offices under the professional control of the National Authority for Trade and Consumer Protection (NATCP).

2025. 08. 07.
NATCP launches official inspection due to food safety risk and misleading consumer information
In the videos, published under the user name "Myco-Hungary", the product is presented as a product to reduce the symptoms of ADHD (attention deficit, hyperactivity, excessive need for exercise, difficulties in managing time).
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Electronic commerce
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