CZA Czech European Parliament member, Markéta Gregorová (Piráti), filed a complaint with the European Commission regarding alleged unethical practices by Euronet ATMs in June. The same day, Seznam Zprávy reported potential issues with ATM operators. A week later, Euronet changed the interface displayed to users in the Czech Republic. Euronet stated these changes were part of a standard process initiated before the complaint and had no connection to the complaint or media coverage. However, journalist Janek Rubeš from Praha Kluci does not believe this explanation, suggesting the timing is suspicious. Gregorová also expresses skepticism, noting the change occurred shortly after her complaint and subsequent media attention. The case involves a video showing an elderly tourist being charged significantly more than expected during an ATM withdrawal due to unclear display of transaction details.
Ocena pristranskosti (Levo): The article frames the issue through the perspective of a left-wing politician (Gregorová from Piráti) who raises concerns about corporate behavior. It highlights skepticism toward Euronet’s explanation, implying possible corporate manipulation. While the article presents both sides (Euronet’s claim
Zakaj te ocene (Dejstva 75 · Objektivnost 60): The article reports on the timing of changes to ATM interfaces following a complaint from a Czech MEP, but does not provide direct evidence linking the change to the complaint. It includes quotes from both Euronet and a journalist who doubts the company's explanation, showing some balance. However,
