From CNET: As a novel coronavirus continues to spread globally, Amazon is clamping down on merchants looking to take advantage of people's fears about the virus.
The online retail giant removed more than 1 million listings for items claiming to cure or defend against the coronavirus, according to a report from Reuters on Thursday. The company also said it removed thousands of items from merchants for price gouging.
"There is no place for price gouging on Amazon," an Amazon spokesperson said in a statement Friday. "We are disappointed that bad actors are attempting to artificially raise prices on basic need products during a global health crisis and, in line with our long-standing policy, have recently blocked or removed tens of thousands of offers. We continue to actively monitor our store and remove offers that violate our policies."
Facebook is another company putting its foot down on false cures. The social media company said Tuesday it'll remove ads touting cures for the virus.
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