The Korea Fair Trade Commission (KFTC) has announced a market study on subscription services, covering digital content, Software as a Service (SaaS), and membership service providers with subscription models. The inquiry aims to assess business practices related to contract transparency, fee structures, and cancellation procedures. The study is conducted under Article 87(1) of the Monopoly Regulation and Fair Trade Act and Article 43-2(1) of the Door-to-Door Sales Act. The KFTC plans to publish a policy report on the subscription economy and consumer issues by the end of 2025.
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