22. January 2026
With algorithms changing static images on your product pages become more and more of a liability. Video is the new baseline and AI can help with the transition.
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19. January 2026
The Mercosur brings easier access to the Sout American markets. But what do these look like?
8. January 2026
With the Ceconomy takeover, Chinese Corporation JD.com shows its clear interest in the European market. But who is JD.com exactly, and how do they operate?
5. January 2026
Vinted is growing rapidly in Europe - but by no means everywhere. While some countries such as the UK and Portugal are leading the way with double-digit growth rates, saturated markets like Germany are noticeably slowing the momentum. The range from -25 to +72 percent clearly shows how differently re-commerce works across Europe. Our overview explains where and why Vinted is gaining market share - and where it isn’t.
9. December 2025
Our first Second Hand Quadrant is here – and it clearly shows how rapidly the European second-hand market is professionalizing. Generalist marketplaces are expanding their offerings, C2C platforms are opening up to sellers, and specialized players are strengthening their positions in niche segments. The result is a hybrid ecosystem that offers significant opportunities for merchants.
9. December 2025
January in the Netherlands and Belgium is not a quiet transition period but a clearly defined sale window that sellers can actively use for growth. On bol, strong demand impulses, lower competition, and stable logistics converge - an ideal mix to boost visibility, clear stock, or launch new assortments. Sellers who plan early, localise effectively, and align their campaigns with bol’s promotional calendar can turn January into a strategic advantage...
8. December 2025
Live shopping is becoming a key trend in European e-commerce - and eBay Live has now brought its own version to Germany. Other European markets will likely follow soon. The new feature lets sellers stream, interact, and sell in real time through the eBay app, combining entertainment and commerce.
2. December 2025
Live shopping is becoming a key trend in European e-commerce - and eBay Live has now brought its own version to Germany. Other European markets will likely follow soon. The new feature lets sellers stream, interact, and sell in real time through the eBay app, combining entertainment and commerce.
1. December 2025
Inka Buschmann has moved up the ranks in Ceceba’s E-Commerce team and is now Head of Online Wholesale and Marketplaces. Ludwig Schirmer, who led Devely’s Digital Unit up to last March, has returned to Europe after a few months in Dubai, and now joins DIY D2C brand Miss Pompadour as new Head of International Growth. Valentin Lennartz has left Kaufland e-commerce to join UK-based marketplace OnBuy as Regional Manager DACH,...
1. December 2025
Octopia is a subsidiary of Cdiscount, founded in 2021, and offers a fully integrated suite of marketplace services. The company combines technology, seller activation, fulfillment, retail media, and product offerings in a single setup. Its core solutions include Merchant-as-a-Service, Marketplace-as-a-Service, and the Octopia Community for multichannel sales.
24. November 2025
The EU ends the €150 de minimis exemption in 2026. Retailers expect fairer competition – but experts say Temu and Shein will adapt. What changes now?
8. November 2025
Patrick Bauernfeind became now officially the CEO & Managing Director of Nakoa Digital. Robin Prinsen formerly known as the CEO will stay as a partner. Valentin Lennartz has left Kaufland e-commerce to join UK-based marketplace OnBuy as Regional Manager DACH, supporting its expansion in the German-speaking region. Patrick Sedlmeier has left Kneipp GmbH and joined Douglas as Director Group Retail, bringing his retail expertise to the beauty giant.
4. November 2025
Brands on Kaufland Global Marketplace can do more than just sell – they can stay visible, enhance their brand, and boost sales. Kaufland offers flexible partnership models (Marketplace Seller, Vendor Partner, Content Partner and Advertising Partner), which can be tailored to specific needs. The Brand Relations team provides 360° support, marketing campaigns, retail media solutions, and performance analysis.
31. October 2025
Italian luxury retailer Rinascente cut fixed costs by double digits after partnering with Pixelmoda in 2024 for AI-assisted fashion product images. The new hybrid model - 70% visuals from brands, 30% co-produced - keeps the signature “Rinascente look” while also enabling savings in the company's own studios. Production speed stayed the same, but workflows became leaner and more flexible. AI supports post-production tasks like retouching and color correction, with future...
29. October 2025
AliExpress Europe is booming. Discover who shops there, what sells best, and how brands can win on this fast-growing marketplace.
28. October 2025
MediaMarktSaturn is expanding its refurbished product program, selling 260,000 devices in fiscal year 2024/2025. The company now offers a dedicated Refurbished category and improves visibility through Google Shopping and price-comparison feeds.
13. October 2025
The Marketplace Country Quadrant Switzerland lists the 24 most important players: Local heroes such as Digitec Galaxus and Ricardo, but also international players such as Amazon, eBay and Temu.
8. October 2025
Rafe Colburn, already serving as Chief Technology Officer at Etsy, is expanding his role and will also take over as Chief Product Officer. The move comes as Etsy consolidates its leadership structure following the departure of the former CPO. Christian Lefken has made the move from MAX Trader to Christopeit Sport, where he’s now Head of Marketplaces. Caroline Offergelt, after several years in the fashion marketplace world, has taken a...
6. October 2025
Discover how Amazon’s dominance in Europe is being challenged by Chinese e-commerce platforms Europe like AliExpress, Shein, and Temu. Explore platform penetration, growth, and regional trends in 2025.
2. October 2025
Pimkie joins Shein in a cooperation - and the French fashion industry is not happy about it. The deal is pitched as a survival strategy for Pimkie, but critics see it as betrayal. Is this simply “selling out” for quick revenue, or a blueprint for how ultra-fast-fashion platforms will reshape the European market?
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19. January 2026
Google has introduced a new open standard called the Universal Commerce Protocol (UPC). Its goal is to accelerate the AI-platform shift in commerce...
12. January 2026
Amazon tests new feature without retailer consent Amazon is causing controversy with its new feature Shop Direct. The company lists products from...
22. December 2025
As we close out 2025, it’s clear this wasn't just another year of incremental growth - it was a year...
15. December 2025
From July 2026, the EU plans to levy a flat-rate tax of €3 on all imported small parcels worth up...
8. December 2025
Starting in 2026, Amazon will significantly reduce its fees for FBA sellers in Europe by an average of €0.17 per unit sold....
1. December 2025
OpenAI and Perplexity on the Road to an AI Marketplace Both OpenAI and Perplexity are pushing strongly toward becoming a marketplace with their agentic...
24. November 2025
Following the US and UK, eBay is bringing its live shopping format to Germany. eBay Live enables curated live shows...
17. November 2025
The European Commission and EU member states have agreed to scrap the €150 “de minimis” import threshold as early as Q1 2026, accelerating action...
10. November 2025
Shein continues to face significant pressure in France: first, the government initiated to suspend the platform, then on Thursday, 200,000 Shein...
3. November 2025
Amazon reports double-digit sales growth In Q3 2025, Amazon posted net sales of $180.2 billion, up 13% year over year. Operating income...