Dark Patterns – Knowledge is power

This podcast episode titled "Dark Patterns – Knowledge is power" is a discussion of India's Guidelines for the Prevention and Regulation of Dark Patterns, 2023. The podcast hosts discuss the definition and types of dark patterns, which are deceptive design tactics used to manipulate users into taking unwanted actions online. They then review the international regulations on dark patterns in the European Union and the United States, highlighting the California Consumer Privacy Act and the Digital Services Act as key examples. Finally, the hosts explain the application of the Indian guidelines to various digital entities, including advertisers, digital marketplaces, and online platforms, and they detail the enforcement powers of the Central Consumer Protection Authority to ensure compliance.