The Federal Trade Commission has accused a major ecommerce platform of systematically overcharging hundreds of thousands of businesses to feature their products, raising concerns about predatory practices in digital marketplaces. The agency alleges the company exploited its dominant position to extract excessive fees, potentially violating antitrust laws. If proven, the case could set a precedent for how online marketplaces handle seller payments and transparency. Critics argue this highlights broader issues of fairness in digital commerce ecosystems.
Federal Trade Commission claims ecommerce giant overcharged about 1.2mn businesses to promote their products
