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VALIS International has released a guide on U.S. company registration for non-U.S. residents, comparing the advantages and disadvantages of Delaware and Wyoming LLCs. The guide aims to help cross-border e-commerce sellers find a balance between compliance, privacy protection, and banking requirements.
TikTok Shop UK will implement a new policy for inactive and dormant stores on June 11. Long inactive stores will be flagged and may face functionality limitations, requiring sellers to regularly log in or maintain products to keep accounts active.
The EU will officially implement a 'one-click return' directive on June 19, requiring all online stores to provide a clear and user-friendly return button on their interface, ensuring the process of exercising the right of withdrawal is as simple as ordering. Sellers must complete system interface and return process compliance modifications before the deadline.
The Ministry of Science and Technology of Vietnam submitted a draft revision of the Postal Law, requiring all mailed packages to be linked to the real-name information of the sender. This aims to achieve traceability throughout the logistics lifecycle, and cross-border sellers need to cooperate with system integration and compliance adaptation.
Starting June 1, Amazon has further restricted ASIN creation permissions. Suppliers of brands in Amazon Brand Registry must receive formal authorization as a 'Distributor' or 'Brand Representative' to create new ASINs.
The State Council has released the first unified administrative regulations on foreign investment, aimed at strengthening overseas service systems, optimizing management, and enhancing risk prevention. The regulations will provide clearer legal protections for outbound enterprises.
The China Consumers Association released an annual report highlighting significant fraud issues in the sale of health products in cross-border e-commerce, becoming a challenge for consumer rights protection. The report suggests enhancing efforts to combat illegal online consumer behavior.
Colorado Governor recently vetoed SB 26-134, which was praised by the Electronic Transactions Association for protecting local consumers, small businesses, and job opportunities. The veto prevents potential negative impacts on the payment industry and e-commerce trading environment.
Colorado Governor Jared Polis vetoed SB 26-134, a bill that was previously believed to potentially disrupt electronic payment systems and increase costs for small businesses. The Electronic Transactions Association supports this decision, stating it protects the stability of payment systems and the interests of small businesses.
The White House has released new regulations aimed at strengthening customs enforcement by increasing bond requirements and enhancing importer data reporting to ensure cross-border trade complies with U.S. laws.
Amazon updates its ASIN creation policy, requiring all sellers to hold an official role assigned by the Brand Registry when creating brand goods. This move aims to combat unauthorized reselling and improve listing quality.
Amazon requires Fulfilled by Merchant (FBM) sellers to ensure accurate handling time settings for SKUs by June 29 to comply with order management policies and avoid account health impacts from shipping delays.
China raised serious concerns at a WTO meeting regarding the EU's revisions to the Cybersecurity Law and the Industrial Accelerator Act, arguing that they contain discriminatory provisions restricting Chinese enterprises from entering the EU market and urging the EU to amend these regulations.
The U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) has found regulatory shortcomings among 60 economies in prohibiting imports of goods made with forced labor and proposed actions under Section 301. This could lead to stricter scrutiny or trade restrictions on relevant imported goods.
Maersk has issued a warning that the EU will abolish the duty exemption for low-value goods starting July 1, imposing a fixed duty of €3 per item. This will directly impact cross-border e-commerce sellers' pricing strategies and logistics costs.
eBay released its June seller update, highlighting the introduction of an AI-driven payment dispute handling tool to help sellers manage chargeback issues more efficiently. Additionally, the trading card price guide feature has been made available to all U.S. sellers, along with new compliance requirements for listing coins.
TikTok Shop is strengthening compliance supervision by mandating account re-verification for sellers with multiple violation records. If sellers fail to pass the verification, they will be unable to continue operating. This move aims to purify the platform ecosystem and enhance buyer trust.
The California government announced progress in its fight against organized retail theft, recovering nearly $260 million worth of stolen merchandise. By increasing public safety investments in law enforcement, California aims to dismantle organized crime networks, protect the operating environment for retailers, and strengthen accountability for theft crimes.
The China Consumer Association released an annual report highlighting that counterfeiting of health products in cross-border e-commerce is significant, posing serious risks to consumer safety. In 2026, there will be a focus on intensifying efforts against illegal online consumer activities to enhance governance effects.
The Ministry of Commerce announced that the 'Regulations of the State Council on Foreign Investment' will take effect on July 1. This is China's first unified administrative regulation under the name of 'foreign investment,' aimed at improving the overseas service system, strengthening corporate responsibilities, and establishing an investigation system for investment barriers, providing legal protection for companies going abroad.