Industry perspectives brings together commentary, analysis, and opinion from the iRostrum team on the forces shaping online auctions. From market shifts and buyer behaviour to digital strategy and platform ownership, this is where we explore what matters now and what auctioneers should be paying attention to next.

Sotheby’s, Christie’s and Bonhams have already decided that digital ownership is strategic. This piece explores why that matters for the wider UK fine art, antiques and collectibles market, why the old barriers are falling, and why auction houses that take control now are likely to be better positioned for the next phase of the industry.