EU plans to force tech firms to clarify third-party trader T&Cs

Amazon, Google and eBay will be obliged to ensure sellers know how to influence online ranking

Amazon, Google and other tech firms will be forced to be more transparent in their dealings with third-party businesses who sell goods on their sites, under a draft EU regulation.

Thousands of companies use platforms such as Amazon and eBay to sell goods online, allowing a sole trader working from a garage or kitchen table to reach millions of potential customers.