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Amazon has announced the establishment of its first disaster relief center in Canada and is expanding its California relief center to utilize its global logistics network for swift resource allocation to affected areas in emergencies, fulfilling corporate social responsibility.
Newegg announced the exclusive release of the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D processor in the North American market. This initiative aims to provide high-end gamers with more cost-effective hardware options through a differentiated product strategy to cope with current price fluctuations in the hardware market.
Amazon Business announced that its annualized gross sales have reached $60 billion, serving over 11 million organizations globally. This data indicates that the B2B e-commerce sector is becoming an important growth engine for Amazon's retail business.
In mid to late July, several new e-commerce tools will be launched, focusing on AI video editing and compliance in cross-border payments. These tools aim to help sellers reduce content production costs and address payment complexities in cross-border transactions, reflecting the industry's trend towards intelligence and globalization.
On July 19, the U.S. Department of Justice ruled that TikTok is allowed to be used on government devices. This ruling alleviates some of the political pressure on the platform in the U.S. market and signifies a more stable operational environment for e-commerce sellers relying on TikTok Shop.
GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen continues to pursue an acquisition plan for eBay, recently doubling his stake to 9.8%. Despite the eBay board previously rejecting his $125 per share buyout offer, GameStop's ongoing share accumulation indicates a strong intent on their part for the acquisition.
Amazon's Advanced Warehouse Distribution (AWD) is set to launch in Europe, supporting sites in the UK, Germany, France, Italy, and Spain. This service offers unlimited storage capacity and a fixed rate throughout the year, helping sellers optimize inventory turnover and improve delivery efficiency.
In the first half of 2026, China's cross-border e-commerce market continued to grow, with users reaching 140 million. Notably, the overseas warehouse model performed strongly, with export volumes increasing by 3.3 times year-on-year, demonstrating the significant role of cross-border logistics and warehousing in driving export growth.
In 2026, competition in the cross-border e-commerce warehousing outsourcing market intensifies, as the industry shifts from decentralization to vertical integration. For sellers with complex SKUs in apparel and footwear, choosing specialized warehousing service providers is key to improving store ratings and customer repeat purchases.
The General Administration of Customs released new data showing explosive growth in cross-border e-commerce and overseas warehouse models in the first half of 2026. This trend indicates that the national level continues to strengthen support for cross-border logistics and new models, and sellers should focus on the benefits brought by overseas warehouse layouts and customs facilitation policies.
SF International and Junfa New Luoshan Bay have signed a strategic cooperation agreement to jointly create an integrated trade logistics platform. This collaboration aims to enhance logistics efficiency for Yunnan as a trade gateway to South Asia and Southeast Asia, providing more convenient supply chain services for cross-border sellers.
Ant International has completed a $1.2 billion Series A financing round, with participation from Ant Group and Alibaba Group. The funds will enhance its global payment connectivity, particularly for SMEs and cross-border e-commerce, aiming to improve the efficiency of capital flow in global trade.
In mid-July, several new e-commerce service tools were launched, covering AI video editing, cross-border payments, and second-hand fashion financing. These tools aim to address sellers' pain points in content production, payment complexity, and sustainable growth, reflecting the current trend toward smart and globalized development in the e-commerce industry.
eBay Motors is attracting sellers by waiving vehicle listing fees through the end of July. This initiative aims to boost platform activity and inventory levels in the automotive trading sector by subsidizing transaction costs.
Walmart formally launched its back-to-school promotions by integrating online and offline resources to offer high-value product combinations. This move aims to address consumer sensitivity toward value amid inflation pressures and further consolidate its leading position in the back-to-school market.
The European e-commerce market has implemented new regulations concerning consumer return rights, requiring platforms to provide intuitive and easy-to-use online return functions instead of relying solely on emails or complex processes. Sellers need to optimize user interfaces to ensure compliance with return processes.
JD.com has recently upgraded its online tax refund services to support instant VAT refunds and fully electronic processing. This greatly simplifies the shopping tax refund process for overseas consumers, enhancing the convenience of cross-border e-commerce shopping.
Rakuten Group has announced that its e-commerce platforms Rakuten France and Spain will officially cease operations by the end of 2026 due to the inability to find a suitable buyer. The platforms have seen a decline in traffic and customer activity in recent years, which will affect around 2,500 third-party sellers.
The US Department of Justice's Office of Legal Counsel has ruled that the version of TikTok operated by TikTok USDS is no longer subject to the government device ban. The platform has passed government security reviews, is majority-owned by American investors, and Oracle is involved in data oversight. This eliminates compliance risk concerns for brands advertising on TikTok, marking official recognition of the platform's legality in the US market.
Data shows the number of active sellers on Amazon globally decreased by approximately 750,000 over four years, a drop of over 30%. Despite the decrease in seller numbers, the platform's third-party sales continue to grow, indicating a concentration among high-quality sellers.