Sovendus acquires Berlin-based eCommerce technology company 35up to expand its data-driven cross-selling and revenue optimization capabilities across Europe.

Google overtakes Apple and takes the top spot in Kantar’s 2026 BrandZ ranking, after a 57% rise in brand value driven by AI growth and consumer adoption.

More sustainability, more responsibility – and a host of new obligations: The EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) comes into effect in August 2026. Here’s what retailers need to know. (Ad)

Vinted connects marketplaces in Germany and Austria, enabling direct cross-border trading with integrated shipping and expanded access for users.

Best online shop in Germany 2026 revealed: PosterXXL ranks first based on customer reviews. See the full list and industry winners.

Explore how the Forbes 30 Under 30 Europe 2026 list highlights German e-commerce and AI founders shaping the future of digital business in Germany.

flaconi reports record 2025 revenue of €651M, strong growth, and plans expansion into seven new European markets in 2026.

TikTok Shop usage in Germany is growing rapidly, with NIQ data showing more users, higher purchase frequency, and strong adoption across multiple generations.

ChannelEngine expands its partnership with Monta. Now brands can combine marketplace connectivity with scalable, local fulfilment.

AI in retail in 2026 is now strategic but only one-third of companies achieve measurable value. Discover why in the article based on the study by valantic and the Handelsblatt Research Institute.

SHEIN’s marketplace now supports over 600 German sellers, offering access to more than 100 million customers in Europe with improved tools, partnerships, and local support.

Zalando reports strong 2025 results with €12.3 billion revenue and €591 million EBIT, driven by AI innovation and the ABOUT YOU acquisition. The company also announces a €300 million share buyback.

Deutsche Telekom remains the most valuable German brand in 2026, reaching a brand value of $124.6 billion according to the Kantar BrandZ study. Discover the key factors behind its growth.

OTTO introduces two AI assistants: one for conversational product discovery and another for automated customer service inside the OTTO platform.

A survey of 2,000 adults in Germany reveals how different generations consume content online, from short-form video dominance to platform preferences and brand expectations.

Kleinanzeigen is now available directly in ChatGPT. The integration enables AI-powered access to 58 million listings with personalized search.

ShopRank analyzed 324,000 new European e-commerce stores launched in 2025. Shopify leads new store creation across every major market. Here’s what the data really shows – and what it doesn’t.

Discover the most important court decisions of 2025 for online retailers from discount pricing rules to withdrawals and more. (Ad)