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In a significant move to protect online shoppers, the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has secured formal undertakings from Amazon to strengthen its systems for detecting and removing fake reviews . Under the plan, Amazon has agreed to enhance its detection systems, enforce tougher sanctions against businesses and users who manipulate reviews, and improve its reporting tools. Check out Shoosmiths’ linked briefing to learn more about the significance of this move and what it says about the CMA’s broader approach to digital shopping platforms.

The latest insurance coverage decision to be issued in the Commercial Court relates to a “mega trial” of claims brought in respect of aviation losses arising from the Russia-Ukraine war. Russian laws enacted in the early months of the conflict allowed Russian airlines to retain aircraft rented from foreign lessors who were forced to sever ties due to sanctions, leading to commercial losses in the $10bn–$13bn range. Stewarts’ briefing discusses the recent judgment in Aercap v AIG as well as its implications for insurers and policyholders alike. Take a look.

The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 has introduced many changes to UK company law, with more to come over the next 18 months. Key changes so far include enhanced Companies House powers, changes to registered addresses and confirmation statements, and verification requirements. Over the next few months, Gowling WLG will be publishing a series of articles that will focus on specific aspects of the legislation. Click on red to read its first briefing, which summarises the already-implemented provisions and those on the horizon.

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