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Researchers found AliExpress used an obsolete inaudible-audio WebAudio fingerprinting trick to identify visitors via hidden scripts that analyze audio waveforms; Firefox’s 2023 fix with constant libraries and protections in Chrome/Safari have largely neutralized this method, though the retailer still relies on a suite of other fingerprinting techniques.
A security researcher alleges AliExpress used an obfuscated WebAudio-based fingerprinting method that emits inaudible audio to the browser to gather device/browser data, which reportedly disrupted Bluetooth headphones for a user; Firefox says its anti-fingerprinting protections mitigate this technique, Brave says it blocks the involved scripts, while Chrome/Safari have defenses; AliExpress has not commented publicly.
The European Union has fined Google €890 million for privileging its own apps in its ecosystem, while AliExpress was fined a record €550 million for allowing unsafe and counterfeit goods to be sold on its marketplace.
The European Commission fined AliExpress a record €550m for failing to adequately detect and curb illegal and unsafe products on its marketplace, marking the largest penalty under the Digital Services Act. A two-year investigation found weak detection systems, insufficient enforcement of penalties on traders, and product checks that could be easily circumvented. AliExpress plans to appeal and must present a remediation plan by 20 October.
The European Commission fined AliExpress a record $625 million under the Digital Services Act for failing to adequately assess and mitigate risks from illegal and counterfeit products, including understaffed moderation, easy evasion by sellers via miscategorization, ineffective brand authorization, and recommender/ads that amplified exposure; AliExpress plans to appeal, while EU officials stress that scale isn’t an excuse for failing to police online marketplaces.
Brussels fined AliExpress €550 million—the largest ever under the Digital Services Act—for failing to curb illegal and unsafe products, due in part to weak moderation and issues with its recommender/advertising systems; AliExpress has until Oct. 20 to present an action plan to address the infringements or face further penalties.
Gizmodo reports Lenovo’s handheld G02, sold on AliExpress for about $73, is a Game Boy–like device powered by a Rockchip RK3326 with 1GB RAM. It reportedly boots with a Lenovo splash screen, and some units come with an SD card preloaded with thousands of classic Nintendo titles, raising copyright concerns around emulation. Lenovo says the device is a China-market brand-licensing product, not part of its PC lineup. While emulation devices are common, Gizmodo cautions against piracy and points to legitimate alternatives like the Anbernic Rotate, Retroid Pocket Classic, or TrimUI Brick for US buyers.
A DIY homelab built entirely from inexpensive AliExpress components cost only $216 but revealed significant quality issues, especially with fake SSDs and outdated hardware, leading to the conclusion that buying used quality hardware is a better investment.
AliExpress offers the Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart World Tour Console Bundle for $498.95 with a $100 coupon, shipping free from the US, providing a region-unlocked console compatible with US games, though the Mario Kart voucher is region-locked. The Switch 2, released on June 5, is sold out everywhere, but this bundle offers a good deal for gamers eager to get the new console and game.
AliExpress is offering a discounted Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart World Tour bundle for $462.24, lower than the retail price, with free shipping and a coupon code, making it a potentially good deal for those looking to buy the new console amid limited availability.
David Beckham has signed a deal to be a global ambassador for AliExpress, an online retail platform owned by Alibaba, ahead of the UEFA EURO 2024 tournament in Germany. Beckham will promote AliExpress' Score More campaign during the games, as the company aims to engage football fans with prizes and promotions. The financial details of the deal were not disclosed.
Alibaba has signed soccer legend David Beckham as the global brand ambassador for its e-commerce platform, AliExpress, to enhance its global presence amid competition. The partnership includes promotions like ticket giveaways for UEFA Euro 2024. AliExpress has been a key driver of Alibaba's international revenue growth but has faced scrutiny from the European Union for consumer safety and illegal content issues.
AliExpress, owned by Alibaba, has signed David Beckham as a brand ambassador to boost global sales and compete with rival Temu. The e-commerce platform is investing heavily in international markets as domestic growth slows, including sponsoring the UEFA Euro 2024 tournament. AliExpress aims to leverage its logistics capabilities and promotional campaigns to attract price-sensitive consumers and differentiate itself from competitors.
AliExpress, Alibaba's international e-commerce platform, has signed David Beckham as its global brand ambassador and is sponsoring UEFA Euro 2024. This move comes as AliExpress faces competition from other China-based companies expanding globally. The company is investing heavily in promotions and discounts during the championship to attract international customers.
The European Commission has launched a formal investigation into Alibaba's AliExpress under the Digital Services Act, focusing on concerns related to illegal content dissemination, including pornography, and potential breaches of the DSA in areas such as content moderation, advertising transparency, and traceability of traders. The probe will also examine whether AliExpress failed to enforce its own terms of service regarding products that pose health risks and allowed minors to access pornographic material. Alibaba has stated its commitment to complying with applicable standards and ensuring a safe marketplace.