Online consumer expenditure in Europe increased by 7 piercing last year and reached EUR 819 billion. This year, the industrial association ECommerce Europe and Eurocommerce expect another 7 additional growth piercing. Online expenditures grow especially strongly in Eastern Europe.
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The EU wants to reform cookies
The European Commission wants to simplify the use of cookies on the website. It is considering removing the banners of cookies, which are usually considered annoying. Visitors often click on consent without knowing what they agree with.
Amazon requires evidence of authenticity from electronics dealers
Amazon caused concerns about a large number of electronics sellers. The platform now requires an extraordinarily proven that the branded product comes from justified suppliers. Those who do not provide this risk of evidence so that their products are removed from the platform from September 17, 2025.