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The future of e-commerce is "social commerce" as online shoppers, particularly younger generations, are heavily influenced by social media and Web 2.0 technologies, according to Hill & Knowlton's Future of Commerce report.

The report, which surveyed 600 US adults, found social media is "Word of Mouth 2.0" for younger generations, with youths predominately influenced by social media channels.