Global product information management and syndication

Aces Direct, a leading IT business partner in the Netherlands with an online webshop, is taking its customer shopping experience to the next level by introducing Icecat Product Stories across its product pages. This feature is designed to provide customers with even more detailed and engaging product content, making it easier for shoppers to make informed decisions. About Aces Direct Aces Direct is a well-established IT business partner based in Tilburg, the Netherlands. Since its founding in 2000, the company has grown into a leading player in the B2B IT market. Each year, Aces Direct serves over 15,000 clients, including…

The German e‑commerce association Bevh (Bundesverband E‑Commerce und Versandhandel Deutschland) has urged EU regulators to rethink the Digital Services Act’s (DSA) “Very Large Online Platform” (VLOP) rules. Representing German online sellers, Bevh argues that applying the same heavy obligations to marketplaces as to social platforms like Facebook or TikTok is unfair and hampers competition. What’s at stake? Under the DSA, which has been fully effective since February 2024, platforms with over 45 million EU users are required to implement extensive measures, including risk assessments, algorithmic audits, and more. On Bevh's watch list are obligations like "notice and takedown," misinformation control, trader traceability,…