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.
TikTok Shop reports that sales from small businesses on its platform in the U.S. experienced a remarkable 66% growth in 2025. The platform successfully attracted numerous merchants and expanded their businesses through continuous shipping subsidies and coupon strategies.
Industry analysis indicates that competition in the German e-commerce market is intensifying, and relying solely on Amazon is no longer sufficient to reach all consumers. Sellers should consider positioning themselves on local e-commerce platforms to diversify revenue sources and achieve steady market share growth.
China's Ministry of Commerce and State Administration for Market Regulation released a draft amendment to improve regulation of the platform economy. The new rules cover platforms and merchants, clarify the rights and obligations of other participants, target false advertising, infringement, and unfair competition, and emphasize compliance for cross-border e-commerce connecting with international rules.
Vietnam officially implemented the revised E-commerce Law on July 1, aimed at regulating rapidly growing sales channels like live streaming sales. The new law requires platforms to bear joint liability for illegal products, false information, and infringement, aiming to combat commercial fraud and protect consumer rights.
Analysis indicates Walmart is currently facing pressures from slowing same-store sales growth in the U.S. and may need to resort to price cuts to clear inventory. Additionally, external tariff policies and rising energy costs pose challenges to profit margins, leading to cautious market sentiment regarding its short-term performance.
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.
The EU has recently issued new regulatory measures regarding steel and e-commerce aimed at addressing trade imbalances. The new rules focus on logistics for small packages in cross-border e-commerce and compliance with customs duties, requiring sellers to provide more accurate customs data to respond to increasingly strict trade scrutiny.
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.
Sales data from Amazon Prime Day reflects the current mindset of U.S. consumers: amid budget tightening, consumers show high price sensitivity, preferring products with significant discounts and high cost-effectiveness, leading to more rational and cautious shopping behavior.
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.
China has released a draft amendment to the e-commerce law, focusing on enhancing platform supervision and promoting compatibility with international standards, currently undergoing a 30-day public consultation period.
Newegg has introduced a new conversational AI shopping feature, aimed at guiding consumers quickly through the shopping process from product inquiries to order placement.
Amazon's ongoing expansion in the rapid delivery sector has put immense pressure on competitors, resulting in a loss of approximately $15 billion in market value for related companies.
PepsiCo is selling Mountain Dew through TikTok Shop, aiming to enhance direct engagement with young consumers via digital-first sales channels.
Amazon's Ring faces a privacy infringement lawsuit over its 'Familiar Faces' feature, raising public concerns about data security in smart home devices.
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.
Walmart announced an agreement with energy company Constellation to procure about 176 megawatts of nuclear power to support its operations. This marks the retail giant's first such nuclear power agreement, aimed at promoting energy transition.
Vietnam officially implemented a revised E-Commerce Law on July 1, aiming to enhance the digital marketplace's transparency and safety through strengthened information disclosure, identity verification, and product control, combating commercial fraud and counterfeit goods.
Newegg recently introduced a new conversational AI shopping experience on its website, allowing users to complete the entire process from product inquiries to adding items to the cart through natural language interactions, aimed at enhancing the purchasing efficiency of tech products.