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TikTok Shop's mid-year promotion in the U.S. started on June 17 and will last for 16 days. The platform encourages sellers to use short videos and live broadcasts to drive sales and provides tailored operational rhythm suggestions for various categories, aiming to build momentum for the upcoming Black Friday sales.
Walmart announced the acquisition of the self-service Connected TV (CTV) advertising platform Vibe.co. This move aims to lower the barriers for small and medium-sized businesses to advertise on streaming platforms, further enhancing its omnichannel retail media ecosystem.
The 2026 Yellow River Basin Cross-Border E-Commerce Expo opened in Qingdao, bringing together various domestic industrial belts and leading global cross-border e-commerce platforms. The expo focuses on the application of AI technology across the cross-border e-commerce supply chain and provides sellers with green access channels and supply-demand matchmaking services, aiming to promote the digital expansion of characteristic industrial belts in the Yellow River Basin.
eBay held a seller summit in Chongqing, emphasizing the significant potential of auto parts and industrial products in cross-border exports. The platform utilizes AI-driven vehicle compatibility tools and a 'Guarantee Fit Program' to help Chinese sellers accurately reach foreign buyers and reduce return rates, aiding companies in Southwest China to build their brands overseas.
Walmart's e-commerce platform has achieved a significant breakthrough by opening shopping permissions to international consumers outside the US for the first time. This move signifies Walmart is accelerating its global e-commerce footprint, providing cross-border sellers with opportunities to access more overseas markets.
TikTok Shop officially entered four new European markets in June, further expanding its global e-commerce footprint. This move presents cross-border sellers with opportunities to tap into emerging European consumer markets but also raises demands for sellers' localization capabilities.
Shanghai has released 17 new policies to upgrade special customs supervision zones, focusing on supporting cross-border e-commerce companies in establishing international distribution centers. The new policies allow for the same warehouse management of returned goods and bonded goods, greatly enhancing logistics and return processing efficiency for cross-border e-commerce.
The cross-border payment platform WapiPay has obtained the Canadian MSB license, officially entering the North American market. This move will provide cross-border sellers with more diverse payment settlement options, particularly in connecting emerging markets with developed markets.
Amazon's annual Prime Day sale began on June 23 and will last until June 26. The event covers various categories including Amazon's own devices, home goods, and beauty, making it a key window for sellers to gain traffic and clear inventory.
The UK government announced that it will advance the cancellation of duty exemptions for low-value packages under £135 to October 2028, leading to higher tax compliance costs for cross-border direct shipping models.
Walmart has announced the acquisition of connected TV (CTV) advertising platform Vibe.co to further enhance its advertising delivery and measurement capabilities through its retail media network Walmart Connect.
TikTok Shop reported a 106% year-on-year increase in total GMV during Southeast Asia’s June 6 promotions, demonstrating the strong growth momentum of content e-commerce in the region.
Walmart’s e-commerce platform has announced it will open to international consumers outside the US for the first time, allowing international buyers to place orders directly, further expanding the platform's global sales coverage.
Disney Store announced its official launch on TikTok Shop, with an early shopping preview event scheduled for this weekend (June 27-28). This move signifies Disney's deeper engagement in social e-commerce, attracting young consumers on TikTok through live streaming and exclusive products.
Walmart announced it will acquire self-service connected TV (CTV) ad platform Vibe.co for $1.4 billion. This move aims to strengthen Walmart's advertising capabilities, with the transaction expected to close in 2027.
GameStop has recently proposed an acquisition of eBay again, despite previously being rejected by eBay's board due to lack of appeal. Currently, eBay emphasizes its strategic value of independent development and is cautiously considering this acquisition proposal.
GameStop CEO is increasing the company's stake in eBay (currently about 7.8%) and pushing forward with a potential acquisition plan, sparking market speculation about future integration of the two companies.
A Walmart store in Winder, Georgia was briefly closed due to a bomb threat, but has since reopened after police confirmed safety with no injuries reported.
Japanese second-hand electronics retailer JANPARA announces the expansion of its global market through the WorldShopping BIZ service, allowing sales to consumers in 228 countries and regions. The integration of technology addresses cross-border payment and logistics challenges.
Skyworth PV and JD's cross-border e-commerce platform Joybuy have partnered to promote balcony photovoltaic products in the European market. This collaboration combines Skyworth's manufacturing capabilities with Joybuy's cross-border logistics and localized service advantages.