France to Ban Unsolicited Telemarketing Calls to Protect Consumers
France is set to implement a ban on unsolicited telemarketing calls starting next week, following years of consumer complaints about intrusive sales pitches. The new law, supported by President Emmanuel Macron's government, aims to protect consumers from fraudulent practices and will come into effect on August 11. Previously, consumers had to register their numbers on a no-call list, which some call centers ignored. The new regulation prohibits businesses from contacting consumers without prior consent, with significant fines for violations.