Ebay buys Depop for $1.2bn in effort to lure younger shoppers
eBay has acquired the secondhand fashion app Depop from Etsy for $1.2 billion, aiming to attract younger consumers amid the growing popularity of secondhand marketplaces.
EU investigates Shein for selling child-like sex dolls
The EU Commission is investigating the Chinese e-commerce platform Shein for the sale of child-like sex dolls, following concerns about illegal products in online marketplaces.
Are you buying a product from an online store? A familiar logo in the corner does not necessarily mean it's the seller – You should be careful about this
The article discusses how familiar logos on online marketplaces may mislead consumers, as they are not always the actual sellers of the products.
Top 100 Platforms: How AI is Shifting the Global Power Balance of Platforms
The platform economy is undergoing its most profound transformation since the rise of major digital corporations, driven by generative AI and AI agents overlaying existing marketplaces and ecosystems.
Putin Signals Support for Online Marketplaces in Dispute With Banks – The Bell
President Vladimir Putin has expressed support for online marketplaces in their conflict with major banks regarding discounts and loyalty programs, as reported by The Bell.