From 19 June 2026, ecommerce websites aimed at consumers will need to pay greater attention to the online management of the right of withdrawal. With the introduction of Article 54-bis of the Italian Consumer Code, provided for by Legislative Decree 209/2025 in implementation of EU Directive 2023/2673, a new obligation is introduced for websites and platforms that conclude distance contracts through an online interface. In practice, for many B2C ecommerce websites, it will no longer be...

On May 19, 2026, Google drew a clear line in the sand. During its latest event dedicated to AI-driven search, it showed the world how radically the way people plan their trips is about to change. The end of the "blue links" era The most disruptive news is that Google’s classic search page is about to retire. We will no longer look at a simple list of websites to click on, hoping to find the right solution. Google is transforming into a personal, conversational travel...

PEC for company directors: obligation also for companies incorporated before January 1, 2025. Starting from January 1, 2025, company directors will be required to have a personal Certified Email Address (PEC). This obligation, established by the 2025 Budget Law (Law 207/2024), applies to all companies registered in the Business Register, including those already existing. The Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy has set June 30, 2025 as the reasonable deadline for communicating the...

For those who don’t know, a law passed last year introduced the CIN (National Identification Code), without which it will soon be impossible to operate, and you risk fines of up to €8,000. The CIN must be explicitly requested by all accommodation facilities and short-term/tourist rental businesses, with or without a VAT number, even if you already have a regional identification code. This must be done within sixty days of the publication in the Official Gazette announcing the...

“Digital Export Bonus” returns for businesses, this time in the “Plus” version with higher amounts The so-called Digital Export Bonus is back for companies—this time in a “Plus” version, offering larger amounts compared to previous editions. Managed by Invitalia and promoted by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation together with the ICE Agency, the initiative supports micro and small manufacturing companies based in Italy that...

Starting from January 1, 2023 (but the first communications must be made by January 31, 2024), OTA platforms will be required to report booking data to the Italian Revenue Agency (Agenzia delle Entrate). The information to be communicated includes: seller’s first and last name; seller’s tax code; VAT number (if applicable); duration of the contract; address and cadastral data (if available) of the rented property; amount of the gross consideration; reference year; bank account...

Tourism businesses committed to promoting ecotourism will be able to apply for ministerial contributions allocated under the Sustainable Tourism Fund. As reported by Food Service, the Ministry of Tourism has established a fund of €25 million, to be disbursed over several years. It will cover up to 50% of the expenses incurred by beneficiaries for the implementation of their projects. Eligible projects must involve expenses of no less than €50,000 and no more than €200,000....

What is the purpose of this measure? The notice “Aid for supporting and attracting investments and for strengthening the production structure of the Campania Region” aims to increase the competitiveness of companies, support the spread of innovation, and promote the implementation of strategic, innovative, and high-employment-impact investment programs in the regional territory. Who is it for? The call is open to SMEs and large enterprises, individually or in association in...

Is opening a VAT number always required to sell online? Here’s the reference legislation and how to proceed depending on the sales channel and the different methods. Occasional Sales vs. Regular Sales One of the core principles regarding VAT is the distinction between occasional sales and regular sales. The difference does not depend on the income generated, but on how the activity is carried out. If an occasional sale happens sporadically and without organization, continuity,...