EU Packaging Regulation – What Marketplace Sellers Need to Know Now
The EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) forces sellers to have a profound look at their packaging solutions.
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Marketplace Universe News 10.08.2026 – Otto raises €325m, and Zalando’s partner business hits 36.9% of GMV
The Otto Group has raised €325 million through so-called “Schuldschein” loan – more than triple the originally targeted volume of €100 million. It is already the group’s third successful issuance since 2022.
Top Marketplaces in Poland – Marketplace Country Quadrant Poland 2026
Discover the most important B2C marketplaces in Poland, and explore the country’s evolving e-commerce landscape! Featuring Allegro, Amazon, Vinted, empik, Modivo, morele and many others.
Marketplace Universe News 27.07.2026 – Meta’s frontal attack on eBay, and About You launches AI photo studio
Meta has launched a dedicated Seller App for Facebook Marketplace alongside Facebook Verified, a free trust badge for authentic profiles – a clear step toward professionalising a platform long seen as a place for informal, local sales. The app targets margin-conscious power sellers who form the core of eBay’s business.
From Pokémon Cards to Rolexes: The Real Rules of Selling Collectibles Online
What does a marketplace need to offer in order to succeed with collectibles? We take an extensive look at the market.
Marketplace Universe News 20.07.2026 – Temu’s fight against counterfeits, and JoyBuy’s Amazon ambitions
Temu is expanding its brand protection program, pledging to monitor more than 15,000 brands, tighten seller vetting, and proactively remove problematic listings. The move comes as the marketplace faces mounting regulatory pressure across Europe over counterfeits and product safety.
Marketplace Universe News 13.07.2026 – MediaMarktSaturn’s €1.9bn marketplace bet, and Shein’s IPO push
MediaMarktSaturn used this week’s Strategy Day to set a marketplace target of €1.9bn GMV by 2029, up from roughly €800m today – but gave no overall e-commerce goal, with total group revenue barely moving from €23.1bn to €24bn. The vagueness comes as the JD.com takeover still awaits Brussels clearance.
More Content, Lower Costs: Inside One Fashion Group’s AI Production Overhaul
What does a marketplace need to offer in order to succeed with collectibles? We take an extensive look at the market.
Marketplace Universe News 06.07.2026 – France bans fast-fashion ads, and JD.com’s takeover plans get greenlit
French Parliament gave final approval to a law banning advertising- including via influencers – for Shein, Temu and AliExpress, alongside per-item fees rising to €20 by 2030. The European Commission has flagged concerns over whether the ad ban complies with EU digital services rules.
Internationalisation on Kaufland Global Marketplace
Kaufland Global Marketplace is active in 9 European countries. Learn how to use it for your internationalisation in this comprehensive guide.