Tag: consumer
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Own this Elba tumble dryer? Users warned after six fires reported in Singapore
The affected EBD 602S model is no longer sold in retail outlets, but the advisory applies to all units still in use.
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When banter backfires: What a backlash against an Indonesian grooming brand in Malaysia signals
Kahf has faced boycott calls in Malaysia after a football meme was perceived as belittling the country and other regional neighbours.
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Why does China dominate consumer technology, from smartphones and EVs to smart devices?
From action cameras and smartphones to EVs and robot vacuums, Chinese brands are gaining ground worldwide despite privacy and security concerns. What’s driving their rise, and can European rivals keep up?
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Thai consumer confidence drops in September, survey shows
BANGKOK, Oct 8 : Thailand’s consumer confidence index dropped for the first time in four months in September, hurt by flooding, a slow economic recovery and high living costs, a survey showed on Thursday.• The consumer confidence index of the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce fell to 52.1 in Sept
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What’s really inside meats with ‘no nitrite added’? Here’s what Talking Point tests found
Bacon, ham and sausages may be marketed as “nitrite-free” or “no nitrite added”, but the labels can get complicated. Talking Point tests nine of these products and gets dietary advice.
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No nitrites added? Why some processed meats in Singapore contain them despite the claim
Bacon, ham and sausages may be marketed as “nitrite-free” or “no nitrite added”, but the labels can get complicated. Talking Point tests nine of these products and gets dietary advice.
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The future of consumer markets
From AI companions and personalized pricing to smart retail and sustainable food production, six stories explore how innovation is reshaping the way people shop, spend and connect.
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Renovation gone wrong: Family forked out over S$130,000, then their contractor ‘went missing’
Unexpected extra charges, unusual payment requests and stalled work that dragged for months ended in a costly loss for this Singaporean family. CNA’s Money Mind finds out the renovation red flags worth heeding.
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Exclusive-Indian consumer regulator escalates probe into Apple’s software warranty terms
NEW DELHI, Sept 15 : India’s consumer regulator is examining Apple’s software warranty terms in an investigation of the iOS 18 update alleged to have damaged iPhone functionality, compelling users to pay “exorbitant” sums for repairs, documents show.The sparring is shaping as Apple’s latest headache in a grow
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Australia court finds dating site eHarmony misled users over subscription terms
Aug 25 : Australia’s Federal Court has found online dating platform eHarmony engaged in misleading or deceptive conduct by misrepresenting aspects of its subscription services, the country’s consumer watchdog said on Tuesday.The ruling followed proceedings brought by the Australian Competition and Consumer Co
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