Stores & marketplaces

Manufacturers' warranty promises are often difficult to compare. The EU aims to change that with the new GARAN label.

eBay is implementing new rules for unpaid purchases. Sellers will also receive new discount features and changes to international shipping.

Aldi Nord advertises a 61 percent discount on Milka chocolate. The consumer protection agency considers the promotion misleading and is taking legal action.

Security researchers uncover a fake shop network with approximately 119,000 domains. Here's how the "DoppelCart" scheme works.

Amazon is expected to discontinue monthly billing by the end of 2026. This could significantly change the way customers purchase on account.

Aldi Recalls Ambiano Mini Fan Due to Faulty USB-C Cable Aldi is recalling an Ambiano mini fan because of a USB-C cable that can damage connected devices.

The ING checking account is expected to remain free of charge beyond 2027. However, the conditions and services that will apply are still unclear.

Alleged family businesses lure customers with high discounts and emotional stories. Consumer advocates warn against online shopping traps.

Website operators typically use cookies to track users. AliExpress, however, appears to have employed a different, questionable method.

Amazon now displays the price history for many products. This allows customers to see if a deal is truly cheaper than before.

The EU Tightens Packaging Regulations The EU is tightening regulations on packaging. Manufacturers will now need to provide more justification for the materials, sizes, and recycling processes they use.

New EU regulations are causing more and more small online shops to stop shipping to other EU countries.

A line on the barcode of Kaufland price tags apparently indicates how long a product will remain in the assortment.

Amazon to Introduce PayPal Installment Payments in August 2026 Find out the terms and potential costs associated with this new payment option.

A U.S. blogger couple is awarded more than $50 million following an intimidation campaign by former eBay employees.

Galeria is reviewing 33 stores in Germany. If negotiations with landlords fail, more locations could close.

In the early months after the company's founding, there was an extremely peculiar Amazon order. In 2002, Jeff Bezos recounted the story.

Knockoff is a browser extension that filters out questionable brands on Amazon. It aims to protect consumers from making poor purchasing decisions.

Volkswagen Warns of Fake Websites in Car Purchases Volkswagen is cautioning consumers about fraudulent websites when buying cars. Scammers are using deceptively realistic sites and contacts to mislead buyers.

Certain smoothie makers sold by Media Markt and Saturn may pose a safety risk and should be inspected.

Deutsche Post to Be Renamed DHL: What’s Behind the Name Change and Its Impact on the Company

Whether letters are actually delivered on time cannot currently be independently verified. A lost legal battle is to blame.

Fake shops use professional design and psychological tricks. Learn how to spot them and protect yourself with TECHBOOK.

For international orders from companies like Temu and Shein, a customs duty of 3 euros per product category will be charged.

Right on time for Amazon Prime Day 2026, TECHBOOK spoke with Jamil Ghani, vice president of Amazon Prime International.

A cat in the U.S. was sent over 1,000 kilometers across the country in an Amazon return package. The curious case.

Countdown clocks in online shopping are meant to create a sense of urgency. And according to a new court ruling, this is completely legal.

Amazon is now offering its logistics services to external companies. This move could put pressure on other providers and freight companies.

A supposed Aldi bargain on Facebook is a nasty scam. Criminals aim to steal personal data and payment information.