History of E-commerce

From mail-order catalogs to one-click shopping—how did e-commerce change the way we buy? The rise of the internet revolutionized retail, giving birth to online shopping giants like Amazon and eBay. However, e-commerce traces back to mail-order businesses and early credit card transactions. This book explores the transformation of retail, from brick-and-mortar stores to the digital marketplace. The evolution of payment systems, cybersecurity, and the gig economy has further shaped online commerce. Today, AI-driven recommendations, mobile shopping, and cryptocurrencies continue to disrupt traditional retail. If you’re fascinated by the digital revolution, this book will show you how e-commerce became a trillion-dollar industry.