新西兰三分之一的购物者被黑暗模式误导,花费更多,没有强有力的法律来阻止欺骗性网上策略。 One in three NZ shoppers misled by dark patterns into spending more, with no strong laws to stop deceptive online tactics.

新的消费者NZ报告显示, 欺骗性在线设计策略, 或“黑暗模式”, 将新西兰三分之一的购物者误导到支出超过预期, A new Consumer NZ report reveals that deceptive online design tactics, or "dark patterns," are misleading one in three New Zealand shoppers into spending more than intended, with hidden fees, fake scarcity warnings, and difficult cancellation processes being common. 该研究发现,40%的用户为取消订阅而挣扎,许多用户受到倒计时计时器或误导信息的压力。 The study found that 40% struggled to cancel subscriptions, and many were pressured by countdown timers or misleading messages. 与欧盟、英国、美国和澳大利亚不同, 新西兰缺乏全面条例。 Despite widespread frustration and support for stronger rules, New Zealand lacks comprehensive regulations, unlike the EU, UK, US, and Australia. 新西兰消费者组织敦促禁止不公平贸易做法,改善对消费者的保护,以恢复人们对网上购物的信任。 Consumer NZ is urging a ban on unfair trading practices and improved consumer protections to restore trust in online shopping.