Mobile commerce (m-commerce) is growing rapidly, driven by innovations like smartphones and app stores. Global revenue from mobile internet was estimated at $37 billion in 2008, with most from digital content purchases. Younger users and those in cities are more engaged with mobile services like social media and news. By 2013, over 80% of Europeans are projected to have smartphones. New payment methods like M-Pesa in Africa show potential. Mobile offers new advertising channels and a way for traditional companies to reach customers. The mobile device context requires tailored services rather than just shrinking desktop websites. Infrastructure lags innovation potential but the Apple App Store model is driving learning and adoption.