it's a step in the right direction. unlike some problems[+], this one doesn't immediately seem like a problem that requires widespread international cooperatio

it's a step in the right direction. unlike some problems[+], this one doesn't immediately seem like a problem that requires widespread international cooperation. if country X cannot be bothered to regulate against companies using dark patterns for cancelling subscriptions, then the citizens in country X suffer the negative consequences. there's a local and short-term incentive for country X to fix the problem for the benefit of its current citizens. maybe it breaks down if the state in country X makes policy decisions for the benefit of special interest groups (e.g. those enjoying the riches plundered by companies with hard-to-unsubscribe services) and is unwilling to regulate for the benefit of its citizens [+] such as global warming