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France is cracking down on unsolicited telemarketing calls starting August 11th, forcing businesses to get explicit permission before calling — a major reversal from the old opt-out system that often didn’t work. Violators face steep fines up to €375,000 per call, with individuals liable for up to €75,000. Exceptions include pre-approved offers or communications with existing customers. This move responds to years of consumer complaints about relentless harassment and aims to restore control over personal phones while curbing fraud. France joins Germany’s precedent and aligns with U.S. and Canadian “do not call” systems, but it’s sparking concern in Morocco, where tens of thousands of call center jobs — heavily reliant on the French market — could vanish.

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