Shein halts sales of sex dolls online after France slams their 'childlike' appearance

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Shein Bows Out of French Market Amid Childlike Sex Doll Controversy

In a surprising move, global e-commerce giant Shein has announced its intention to halt sales of sex dolls on its website globally after facing criticism from the French government for featuring childlike products that resemble minors. The decision comes just days before the company's first physical store is set to open in Paris.

French authorities had previously warned Shein that it would be banned from operating in France if it resumed selling such items, with Finance Minister Roland Lescure vowing to take action. Following a report by France's anti-fraud unit, which highlighted childlike dolls of a pornographic nature being sold on the platform, Shein took swift action, removing all listings and images linked to these products.

Shein's CEO, Donald Tang, has taken personal responsibility for the content on his platform, stating that he will "ensure the integrity" of the sales site. The company has also launched an internal inquiry into the matter.

This move is not an isolated incident, as French authorities have been investigating other online platforms, including AliExpress and Temu, which were found to be selling similar child-porn-style dolls. The anti-fraud office has taken legal action against these platforms, and two other major retailers are also facing scrutiny for hosting pornographic material without applying age restrictions.

The company's upcoming physical store in Paris has sparked outrage among some, with concerns over working conditions at its factories and the environmental impact of its fast-fashion business model. Shein has faced criticism and fines from French authorities in recent months, including a total of €191 million in penalties for non-compliance with online cookie legislation and misleading advertising.

The European Commission is also investigating Shein over risks linked to illegal products, while EU lawmakers have approved legislation aimed at curbing the environmental impact of fast fashion. As the company continues to expand globally, it must navigate these challenges and prioritize consumer safety and responsibility.
 
I don’t usually comment but I think it’s kinda messed up that Shein got caught selling those creepy dolls 🤯. Like, who thought it was a good idea to sell stuff that looks like minors? It's not just about the dolls themselves, it's also about the fact that there are people out there buying this kind of stuff... 😱. I don't know what's going on in their factories but I hope they're treating their workers with respect and decent wages 💸. And can we talk about how fast-fashion is literally ruining our planet? 🌎 Like, I get it, cheap clothes are tempting but sometimes you have to think about the bigger picture, right? 🤔.
 
🚨💻 I'm low-key shocked that Shein is bowing out of the French market like this, but tbh, it's about time 😂. Those childlike sex dolls are just straight up creepy and Shein should've been more careful from the start. The fact that they had to be warned by France's authorities and now have to take down all listings is a major bummer for their Paris store 🤕. It's also good to see them taking responsibility, even if it's after facing criticism 😊. Now, I'm curious to see how this whole situation plays out with the European Commission investigation...will they face more penalties? Only time will tell ⏰!
 
Just got wind that Shein is pulling out of France's market... about time, tbh 🤦‍♀️. Can't believe they were selling those creepy childlike dolls on their platform in the first place. I mean, what kind of company thinks that's a good idea? 🚫 And to think they're opening up their first physical store there just days later... like, are they trying to make some kinda statement about "innovation" or something? 🤔. Anyway, gotta give credit to the French authorities for taking action and putting pressure on Shein to get their act together.

Now, I know this has some ppl upset about working conditions at their factories and all that... but like, shouldn't that be a no-brainer? Everyone's all about transparency and accountability these days. Let's hope Shein takes this as an opportunity to do some serious soul-searching and make some real changes.

So, what's next for Shein? Will they pivot to more "responsible" practices or just keep trying to sweep stuff under the rug? We'll have to wait and see 🤞.
 
🤕 just heard about shein pulling outta france market cuz those creepy dolls were a major red flag 🚨 i dont blame them tho, who wants to be associated with that kinda content? 🙅‍♂️ also, 191 million euros in penalties is insane 💸 its like they cant get it together or what? and poor paris, now shein's gonna have to delay their store opening 😕 gotta wonder how many other sketchy platforms are hiding stuff on their sites... 👀
 
I don’t usually comment but I think this is a pretty big deal for Shein to pull out of the French market like this 🤔. It's not just about the controversy surrounding those childlike dolls, but also about their fast-fashion business model which has a major environmental impact 🌎. I mean, they're always pushing out new collections and expecting us to buy them all, it's crazy! But at the same time, I don't think it's fair that they're being scrutinized so harshly just because some other companies are selling similar stuff 💸. They should be held accountable for their own actions, but also for making amends and doing better in the future 🤞. It'll be interesting to see how this all plays out and if Shein can turn things around 💪
 
I'm not surprised to hear that Shein is pulling out of the French market 🤔. Those childlike dolls were super creepy and I'm glad they're getting taken down. It's not just about France though, other countries need to step up their game when it comes to regulating online content. I mean, who wants to shop on a site that's just gonna push out some shady stuff? 🛍️

And yeah, the fact that Shein was selling this stuff in the first place is just wild 😲. It shows how companies can get away with some pretty questionable things if they're not held accountable. But hey, at least they're taking responsibility and trying to fix the problem.

I'm curious to see how this whole thing plays out - will other companies be forced to step up their game? Will the EU be able to regulate fast fashion better? One thing's for sure: consumer safety should always be the top priority 🛍️💯
 
🤦‍♂️ I'm kinda surprised Shein decided to pull out of the French market, even if they did mess up big time by selling those super creepy dolls that looked like kids 🚫. I mean, you'd think they'd know better than to sell stuff that's just straight-up wrong 🔥. But seriously, gotta give 'em credit for taking responsibility and removing the listings ASAP 💯. And now they're gonna face all sorts of scrutiny from regulators and lawmakers - time to get their act together 🕒. I'm still wondering what other kinda sketchy stuff is out there on those online platforms... 🤔
 
I'm so glad they're finally taking action on this whole child sex doll thing 🙌 It's like, come on guys, who thought that was a good idea? 😂 I mean, I know the company is global and all, but does it really take a big scandal to make them care about what people think in France? 🤷‍♂️

And now they're gonna open this physical store in Paris without addressing their online issues? Like, are they kidding me? 😂 That's just gonna be a disaster waiting to happen. People are going to freak out over the working conditions and environmental impact of their fast fashion business model. I mean, I get it, it's not great, but can't they at least try to do something about it? 🤔
 
man I'm low-key glad they're removing those creepy dolls from their website but like what's really going on here? They gotta take responsibility but is this just a PR stunt or are they actually gonna change their ways? 🤔 I mean, all these French authorities ratcheting up the heat and now Shein's feeling the squeeze... it's almost like they knew something was coming. And what about those other platforms that got in trouble with AliExpress and Temu? Did the EU Commission really just happen to be investigating them at the same time? Sounds a bit too convenient to me 🤑
 
😕 gotta be honest with Shein on this one... they're always like a big ol' ball of contradictions 🤯 - one day you're making bank selling all sorts of weird stuff online, next day you're trying to be the "good guy" by taking down these childlike dolls that are seriously creepy 🎃. It's too little, too late for some people, tbh 👎
 
🤔 I mean, come on, who thought this was a good idea? 🙄 A company that's already been raking in billions from selling cheap clothes can't even get their act together when it comes to monitoring what's being sold on their site. And now they're bowing out of the French market over some creepy dolls that look like kids... I guess you could say they got caught with their pants down, lol.

It's not just Shein either, though - this is a whole industry problem. Fast fashion and online shopping can be a nightmare when it comes to tracking where things come from and who's profiting off of them. And the EU's all like "we need to curb our love of cheap clothes" but at what cost? 🤑 It's all just so... complicated.

But honestly, I'm kinda relieved that Shein is taking responsibility for this mess. Maybe it'll be a wake-up call for other companies to take consumer safety more seriously. Fingers crossed they learn from their mistakes and become better corporate citizens 😊
 
OMG u can't even imagine what's been going on with Shein lol they're literally getting roasted for selling sex dolls that look like kids 🤯🚫 and now theyre just bowing out of the French market? like whats next gonna happen to their Paris store? i feel bad for the employees who were supposed to start working there but idk how can a company just up and leave like thats no big deal at all 🤑 but seriously, this is some wild stuff, what other companies are gonna be held accountable for this stuff?! 😲
 
I'm not surprised to hear that Shein is backing out of the French market - I mean, come on, who wants their company associated with childlike sex dolls? 😒 It's just another example of how e-commerce giants need to step up their game when it comes to moderation and accountability. And let's be real, this is a huge victory for the EU in enforcing its regulations and protecting minors from exploitation. 🙌

It's also not surprising that Shein was facing pressure from French authorities - I mean, they've been cracking down on online platforms that host explicit content without age restrictions. This move sends a clear message to other companies: you need to prioritize consumer safety and responsibility or face the consequences.

I'm curious to see how this will play out globally, though. Will Shein continue to expand its operations while keeping its values in check? Only time will tell. One thing's for sure, though: companies like Shein have a responsibility to their customers and the public at large to prioritize ethics over profits. 💸
 
🤔 It's about time someone took a stand against this weird stuff 🚫💦 Shein's decision might be a good start but I'm still waiting to see if they'll actually follow through on their promise 👀 Not impressed with AliExpress and Temu for selling the same crap 😒
 
🤔 I'm glad Shein decided to pull those creepy dolls from their website, but what's with the lack of transparency earlier? It's like they just magically disappeared overnight without any explanation. Don't get me wrong, prioritizing consumer safety is important, but it feels like a PR move that might've been rushed.

And let's not forget about the bigger picture here - the whole fast-fashion industry has some serious accountability issues 🤷‍♀️. I'm all for sustainable fashion, but Shein's business model just doesn't seem very eco-friendly to me. They need to take responsibility for their production practices and make some real changes if they want to be a responsible global company.

Still, kudos to the French government for taking action and holding these platforms accountable 🙌. It's about time someone took them seriously over this child-porn-style doll business. Fingers crossed Shein can get their act together and become a positive force in the industry 💪.
 
🤔 The French government's move to crack down on Shein's childlike sex dolls is a good start, but it's about time they took action 🕰️. Fast fashion is already harming our planet, and now we're seeing the creepiness of these dolls being sold as if they're real 😷. It's not just about consumer safety; it's also about setting boundaries for what's acceptable in our online spaces 👀. Shein needs to take responsibility for its platform and ensure that its content is age-restricted, not just lip-service 💁‍♀️.
 
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