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The cross-border e-commerce logistics market continues to grow in 2026, with AI technology shifting from predictive analytics to agent-based automation for demand forecasting and inventory management. Despite a large market size, sellers still face complex compliance requirements and logistics timeliness challenges, and need to adopt more reliable hybrid fulfillment models to enhance delivery experiences.
Maersk's latest report indicates that the North American supply chain is experiencing an 'early peak season'. Retailers are massively importing goods in advance to avoid potential tariff risks and peak season capacity constraints. Sellers need to closely monitor tariff policy changes in late July and plan logistics and warehousing arrangements for the second half of the year.
Thailand's Trade Competition Commission (TCCT) plans to establish a committee starting July 6 to specifically oversee e-commerce platform commission charges to businesses (B2B). Currently, a 30% rate is considered too high, and the authorities aim to guide it to a reasonable range of 10%-15% to support SMEs.
With the rapid development of cross-border e-commerce logistics, Vietnam Customs is enhancing intelligence sharing and joint law enforcement with international institutions to combat cross-border crimes. This means increased transparency and scrutiny in cross-border logistics regulation.
A Walmart store in Forsyth County, Georgia, was forced to evacuate after receiving a false safety threat phone call. Local law enforcement confirmed the incident was a 'Swatting' case, and the store resumed normal operations after a safety inspection.
eBay has officially confirmed that it has received an unsolicited acquisition proposal from GameStop. The eBay board has not taken any action yet and has not made any recommendations to shareholders, while the market closely watches the subsequent capital operations between both parties.
London police have reached a cooperation agreement with major retailers including Tesco and M&S, aiming to combat the increasing prevalence of retail crime. The plan will enhance safety in the retail environment through improved data sharing and joint law enforcement.
TikTok Shop Japan celebrates its first anniversary with strong performance, nearing 50 million monthly active users. The platform is successfully shifting users from active searching to content-driven 'discovery shopping', with short videos and live streaming becoming core channels for brands to gain exposure and conversion.
Walmart's e-commerce business continues to grow rapidly, with GMV surpassing $150 billion in the fiscal year and the number of active third-party sellers exceeding 200,000. Walmart is becoming an important choice for Amazon sellers' diversified strategies.
Amazon restricted access to stock and pricing data for the AI search tool Perplexity in April, causing a decline of about 30% in relevant Amazon GMV over the next two months. This move reflects Amazon's strict control over AI search traffic channels.
During the 2026 Prime Day, U.S. e-commerce sales reached $26.3 billion, a 9% year-over-year increase. Consumers exhibited strong price sensitivity, with over 60% comparing prices on Walmart and other platforms during Prime Day.
Amazon is consolidating its market share by expanding same-day delivery services and hosting special promotions like Pet Day. These initiatives aim to enhance user engagement and address competition from retailers like Walmart.
TikTok Shop is actively promoting its expansion plan in the European market. As the platform's presence deepens in multiple European countries, its content e-commerce model will directly challenge local traditional e-commerce platforms, providing new opportunities for cross-border sellers.
Walmart has signed the first nuclear power supply agreement in the retail industry with Constellation Energy, securing approximately 176 megawatts of power from the Dresden Clean Energy Center in Illinois to support its sustainability goals.
eBay officially announces that it has received a non-binding acquisition proposal from GameStop. The eBay board has not yet taken any action and stated that shareholders do not need to react to this news.
A long-standing tax-sharing agreement between eBay and the city of San Jose is nearing a $50 million refund milestone. The agreement has sparked local controversy over the use of public funds and corporate incentive policies.
Newegg recently launched a conversational AI shopping experience aimed at streamlining the user selection process through artificial intelligence technology, allowing consumers to more quickly transition from product search to order placement, enhancing shopping efficiency.
Despite eBay's board previously rejecting the acquisition proposal, GameStop has reiterated its commitment to pursuing the acquisition of eBay, expressing optimism about its profit outlook for 2026.
TikTok Shop and Tokopedia are undergoing organizational restructuring and layoffs in Indonesia. GoTo Group states that this adjustment will not have a significant impact on its financial performance and will not involve changes to e-commerce service fees.
TikTok Shop and Tokopedia in Indonesia have undergone organizational restructuring, laying off approximately 450 employees in the technology department. GoTo stated that due to its diluted shareholding of 24.99%, the layoffs will not materially impact its net profit.