Consumer Credit & Contracts: Namibia lawmakers are pushing for better consumer-credit transparency and shared lender data, while a California “Consumer Contract Awareness Act” rule requires sellers to deliver signed contract copies promptly and without blank spaces. Retail & Marketplaces: Kaufland is launching in Spain as a big online marketplace with thousands of categories and third-party sellers, aiming to compete with Amazon-style shopping. Tech & App Store Rules: Apple says it may remove certain low-quality app categories (including dating and flashlight) and is also rolling out new App Store product-page creative assets plus a Berlin developer center. AI Shopping Trust: Visa finds most shoppers use AI assistants, but only 23% trust them to handle payment—highlighting a gap between convenience and financial control. Data Privacy: Revolut says scammers used a real government email domain to request sensitive customer data, including passports and transaction histories. Energy Costs & Customer Programs: EDF confirms a “25 hours a month” free-electricity loyalty scheme for shifting usage off peak, while New Zealand’s major electricity users want clearer, bipartisan transmission and firming policy. Food & Safety: Multiple supermarkets issued urgent recalls over food-poisoning and listeria fears. Consumer Products & Lifestyle: Trader Joe’s fall lineup returns with multiple pumpkin-themed picks under $5, and skincare coverage spotlights azelaic-acid options for redness.