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USA-China Tensions Transform Global Market

After the U.S. elections, relations between the...

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EU to Shut Down Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) Platform: Internet Retailers Must Update Regulations or Face Fines

On March 20, 2025, the EU's Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) platform will cease accepting complaints, and by July 20, 2025, it will be completely...

Upcoming Changes in the Real Estate Market: Developers May Be Required to Publicly Disclose Housing Prices

A significant shift in the real estate market may soon require developers to publicly disclose the prices of apartments they offer. While some industry...

Dark Patterns in Digital Sales: EU Regulations Aim to Protect Consumers

The rise of sales platforms from outside the EU on the Polish and European markets has been accompanied by an increase in the use...

Pre-holiday shopping fever may lead to hasty decisions. UOKiK warns against excessive indebtedness

Poles have started their holiday shopping. Numerous promotional campaigns by stores encourage increased spending but can also lull consumers' vigilance, potentially resulting in financial...

Cyber_Folks to Acquire 49.9% Stake in Shoper S.A. for PLN 547.5 Million

cyber_Folks S.A. signed a preliminary agreement to acquire 49.9% of Shoper S.A. stock. The current investment is a key step in realizing the company's...

On average, a bookstore closes in Poland every three days. The industry appeals for market regulating regulations

According to data from Dun & Bradstreet, cited by BIG Info Monitor, there were 2,200 bookstores operating in Poland at the end of 2023....

American Heart of Poland Group Takes Over Control of Scanmed Group – Approval from UOKiK President for the Largest Transaction in Polish Healthcare

The American Heart of Poland Group (supported by Gruppo San Donato Italy and GKSD Srl) received approval from the President of the Office of...

Firework-free zones – industry proposes a compromise

Soon, the Polish Sejm will consider three legislative proposals related to animal welfare. Unfortunately, each of them impacts the Polish pyrotechnic industry, potentially leading...

Social Media Law: Hidden Advertising, Influencer Responsibility, and Legal Consequences

While conducting activities on social media, it is important to remember existing laws that regulate not only offline but also online actions. This is...

Lewiatan Confederation Criticizes Polish Draft of Digital Services Act

Many provisions in the draft law on the provision of electronic services require further discussion and analysis, particularly those concerning the scope of responsibilities...

Sanctions, penalties and liability for non-compliance with the Omnibus Directive

Although it has been over 18 months since the introduction of the regulations implementing into our legal framework the Directive of the European Parliament...

Asian Platforms Circumvent the EU Omnibus Directive

Asian sales platforms have not complied with the obligations imposed by the EU Omnibus Directive, thus misleading customers, claims the Polish Consumer Federation. The...

Euvic and Gemini to Acquire Senetic in Major IT Deal

A request for the merger of Euvic S.A., Gemini Holding Sp. z o.o., Hyperr Sp. z o.o. and Senetic Holding S.A. has been submitted...

Council of Ministers Approves Bill to Enhance Consumer Class Action Lawsuits

The Council of Ministers has approved a draft bill amending the Act on Pursuing Claims in Group Proceedings and certain other acts. The draft,...
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