Tag: online marketplaces
Survey Reveals Heightened Retailer Concerns and Action Against Retail Theft
In this article by David Hutchinson, he delves into how the impact of retail theft extends beyond individual businesses, contributing to broader economic challenges and public safety concerns. Read more in this article!
The INFORM Consumers Act Is in Effect
Since online marketplaces began, retailers of all sizes have suffered from theft and counterfeiting by unscrupulous high-volume sellers. Learn more here.
When Did Counterfeit Become Cool?
Unfortunately for high-end retailers, there seems to be a growing comfort with—even preference for—counterfeit luxury goods.
Now That the INFORM Act Has Passed, What’s Next?
The INFORM Consumers Act, a law that will insert transparency and accountability into online marketplace transactions, takes effect in June 2023. What's next for the fight against ORC?
Senate Lawmakers Include INFORM Consumers Act in 2023 Defense Bill
If included on to the NDAA, online marketplaces would be required to take steps to verify the identity of high-volume sellers, and to provide some of that information to customers.
California Gov Signs INFORM Consumers Act
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed SB 301—California’s version of the federal INFORM Consumers Act—to strengthen transparency rules for high volume third-party sellers and provide greater tools for law enforcement to identify stolen items.
Buy Safe America Coalition Calls on FTC to Investigate Stolen Baby Formula on Online...
The Buy Safe America Coalition released a statement calling on the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to launch an investigation into stolen baby formula and price gouging on online marketplace platforms.