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No One Wants to Dispute with Consumers–End of the European Online Dispute Resolution Platform (ODR Platform)

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Under the Regulation (EU) No 524/2013 on online dispute resolution for consumer disputes (ODR Regulation) traders established in the European Union (EU) who sell or offer products or services online to consumers residing in...more

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The EU Accessibility Act – Impact on Those Doing Business in the EU

The European Accessibility Act (“EAA”) (Directive (EU) 2019/882) introduces new accessibility requirements that will apply to a wide range of products and services when they are accessible in the EU, aiming to enhance access...more

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The EU Customs reform: A new path for enforcing the Union’s product regulations and key challenges for E-Commerce

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When initially proposing the reform of the Union Customs Code (UCC), the EU Commission had planned for an extensive implementation period, suggesting that the use of the EU Customs Data Hub as one of the key pillars of the...more

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New EU Rule Requires Easy “Cancel Contract” Button for Online Sales

A recent update to EU consumer law will require many businesses selling online to offer a simpler, more accessible way for customers to cancel contracts within the standard 14-day cooling-off period....more

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Navigating the Accessibility Improvement Act: Germany's Implementation of the European Accessibility Act

On June 28, 2025 the Accessibility Improvement Act (Barrierefreiheitsstärkungsgesetz ("BFSG")), Germany's implementing act of the European Accessibility Act ("EAA"), will come into force, imposing a whole range of new...more

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U.S. Businesses Must Prepare for EU Accessibility Act Compliance by June 28

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The European Accessibility Act (“EAA”) takes effect across the European Union on June 28, 2025, for new products and services in the EU market. Products and services already on the market have a longer transitional period...more

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EU Consumer Protection Cooperation Network finds consumer law breaches in the e-commerce sector

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The Consumer Protection Cooperation Network (CPC) found that the online marketplace and fast fashion e-retailer SHEIN engaged in a range of practices that are in breach of EU consumer law. Scope of the CPC coordinated...more

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As the (Customs and Trade) World Turns: December 2024

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Welcome to the December 2024 issue of “As the (Customs and Trade) World Turns,” our monthly newsletter where we compile essential updates from the customs and trade world over the past month. We bring you the most recent and...more

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Digital Trade Winds What to Expect from WTO's Joint Initiative on Ecommerce

According to OECD data, by 2020 digital trade represented 25% of global trade, amounting to just under $5 trillion. Digitalization of economy is on the agenda for many national governments as they come to appreciate the...more

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The Digital Fairness Act: the next big thing for online consumer protection in the EU?

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The European Commission recently published its findings following the Digital Fairness Check, which aims to evaluate the adequacy of current EU consumer protection rules. The report identifies key online practices, including...more

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Sector trends - September 2024: Consumer Finance

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UK & European Financial Services M&A: Sector Trends H2 2023 | H1 2024 — Consumer Finance - Current market: Inflexion point for UK & European consumer lending - We are seeing: Significant consolidation activity: ...more

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UK Government Launches Consultation on Deregulating Commercial Agents

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The UK’s consultation on deregulating commercial agents could have knock-on impacts on payment services and create regulatory divergence from the EU....more

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Cutting Through Complexity: a Key Ruling for Online Platforms in Europe

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A series of recent rulings from the Court of Justice of the European Union ("CJEU") has reaffirmed the country of origin principle set forth in the e-Commerce Directive ("ECD")—which provides that, except in limited...more

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UK Supreme Court Rejects Amazon's Trademark Infringement Appeal

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In a stark alert to providers of global e-commerce services, the UK's most senior court has upheld an earlier decision that Amazon "targeted" UK customers for sales of U.S. goods on its U.S. website, amounting to trademark...more

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WTO Extends E-Commerce Tariff Moratorium as Broader Negotiations Continue

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The World Trade Organization’s (“WTO”) 13th Ministerial Conference (“MC13”) has extended the e-commerce customs duty moratorium for another two years, providing another short reprieve for digital services companies from the...more

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Gentle Reminder: DSA Obligations Will Apply to Online Intermediary Services Starting 17 February 2024

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It has been some time already since the EU Digital Services Act (Regulation 2022/2065, DSA) was published, and since then, the discussions about Very Large Online Platforms (VLOPs) and Very Large Online Search Engines...more

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CJEU confirms the limitations of MS’ powers to regulate online services providers based in other MS

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On 9 November 2023, the Court of Justice of the European Union has rendered a landmark decision which reiterates the ‘country-of-origin principle’ and paves the way for more legal certainty for providers of information...more

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Three Point Shot - November 2022

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NBA Properties Lands Slam Dunk in Intellectual Property Win Heard Around the Globe - NBA Properties, Inc. (“NBAP”), the exclusive licensee of the National Basketball Association (“NBA”) and NBA teams’ distinctive trademarks,...more

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The European Commission’s Digital Services Act (DSA) is Approved: What You Need to Know

This is an update to our previous coverage of the Digital Services Act (“DSA”). The final text of Europe’s (EU) Digital Services Act (“DSA”) was recently approved by the Council of the EU Member States. That means that the...more

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The EU’s Digital Services Act: A Paradigm Shift for Online Intermediaries

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Following the European Council's approval last week, the Digital Services Act (DSA) has been officially adopted, starting the countdown to the law’s entry into force later this year. The DSA builds on the Electronic Commerce...more

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Investors eye rapid delivery business

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Soaring demand for fast and convenient at-home delivery amid the COVID-19 pandemic has made a lasting impact on the consumer market. E-commerce quickly became essential amid societal lockdowns across the globe, with customers...more

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Revised EU “Blue Guide” on product rules zooms in on e-commerce, modifications/repairs, assembling, software and Brexit

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On 29 June 2022, the European Commission revealed its updated Blue Guide on the implementation of product rules in the EU. This contains some important changes, reflecting current market surveillance rules, and fills some...more

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The Four “W”s and One “H” of the European Commission’s Digital Services Act

After more than a year of negotiations the final text of Europe’s (EU) Digital Services Act (“DSA”) has been agreed upon by the EU Parliament, the French Presidency of the Council of the EU, and the European Commission (“EU...more

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All-Clear for Dual Distribution? New EU Rules on Vertical Agreements Provide Important Guidance

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The European Commission has now published the final text of the revised Vertical Block Exemption Regulation and the accompanying Guidelines on Vertical Restraints. The new rules will enter into force on 1 June 2022 and...more

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Brussels Regulatory Brief: March 2022

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The European Commission Opens Investigation into an Allegedly Anticompetitive Agreement Between Two Global Tech Companies Active in Online Display Advertising Services - On 11 March 2022, the European Commission (Commission)...more

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