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Shopee Singapore Lowers Free Shipping Threshold to $10

Shopee Singapore announces that starting in June, the free shipping threshold for all on-demand deliveries will be lowered to $10, aiming to stimulate buyer orders by lowering the consumption barrier and alleviating seller logistics costs.

Industry NewsBloomberg

Walmart Limits Employee Use of AI Tool Due to High Demand

Walmart begins to impose token quotas on employee use of the internal AI tool 'Code Puppy' due to high demand. This reflects large enterprises' precise management of computing costs and data processing efficiency during widespread AI deployment.

Industry NewsBusinesswire

Newegg Showcases Largest Ever Gamer Zone at COMPUTEX 2026

Newegg presented its largest Gamer Zone to date at the COMPUTEX 2026 show in Taipei, unveiling a new racing simulator configuration tool. This initiative aims to solidify its leading position in the eSports hardware and DIY PC market through immersive experiences and global PC assembly competitions.

ComplianceRobinhood

Amazon Faces Class Action Lawsuit Over Ring's Facial Recognition Feature

Amazon's smart home brand Ring is facing a class action lawsuit due to privacy concerns regarding its facial recognition feature. The lawsuit accuses Ring of handling biometric data without sufficient user knowledge or consent, potentially impacting Amazon’s compliance in the smart home business.

Industry NewsAccesswire

LQR House Increases Stake in Fusion Five, Strengthening Cross-Border Financial Presence

LQR House announced its acquisition of an additional 30% stake in Fusion Five Continents Securities for $39 million (USDT), bringing its total ownership to over 50% to establish control. Fusion Five is an AI-driven cross-border brokerage settled in USDT, and this acquisition aims to enhance the efficiency of fund settlements in its cross-border operations through integrated fintech capabilities.

Industry NewsForbes

Amazon Announces Prime Day 2026 on June 23

Amazon officially announces that Prime Day 2026 will start on June 23 and last until June 26. The event will cover over 35 categories including apparel, beauty, home goods, and electronics globally. Sellers should focus on inventory levels and conversion rates during the sales period.

Platform Policy163

Amazon Updates Seller Fulfillment Processing Time Requirements

Amazon announces that from June 29, 2026, stricter processing time requirements will be implemented for seller-fulfilled (FBM) items. Sellers must ensure that the processing time set in the backend matches actual shipping speed, and standards for SFP and Premium Shipping will be raised.

Market TrendsYicang

TikTok Shop Sees 95% GMV Growth in Q1

TikTok Shop performed strongly in Q1 2026 with a year-over-year GMV growth of 95%, achieving sales of $27.4 billion in three months. This data reflects TikTok's ongoing expansion in live commerce and deep penetration into user spending habits.

Platform PolicyEcommercebytes

eBay Updates User Agreement in June on Live Shopping and Logistics Policies

eBay will update its user agreement in June 2026, focusing on changes to eBay Live shopping rules, Managed Shipping policies in the US, and arbitration provisions. Sellers should pay attention to how these policy changes will affect daily operations and dispute handling.

Compliance163

TikTok Shop Prohibits Live Blind Box Tactics in Southeast Asia

TikTok Shop's Southeast Asia site recently issued a notice prohibiting live 'blind box' unpacking and other random lottery tactics. The platform clearly states that such actions could be deemed gambling, with violators facing severe penalties.

ComplianceAmazon

Amazon US Requires Electronic Declaration of CPSC Certificates

Amazon reminds sellers that starting July 8, 2026, all products entering the US market must complete the electronic declaration of CPSC (Consumer Product Safety Commission) certificates. Non-compliant goods will face the risk of being held by customs.

Platform PolicyForbes

Amazon Announces Prime Day 2026 Will Kick Off Early on June 23

Amazon formally announces its annual Prime Day will be moved to late June, continuing the 4-day duration model initiated in 2025. The focus of this event will be on groceries and household essentials, responding to the current trend of consumer spending tightening. Additionally, Amazon will introduce Alexa AI technology to help members receive more accurate price alerts and personalized shopping suggestions.

ComplianceTikTok

TikTok Shop Updates Seller Registration Requirements in the U.S.

TikTok Shop has tightened its seller registration policies in the U.S., requiring individual sellers to upload photos of government-issued ID while providing their Social Security Numbers (SSN) to enhance platform compliance and anti-fraud capabilities.

Industry NewsLasvegassun

FIGS Announce Participation in Oppenheimer Annual E-commerce Growth Conference

Healthcare apparel brand FIGS announced its executive team will participate in the annual e-commerce growth conference hosted by Oppenheimer. The meeting will focus on consumer growth trends and e-commerce strategy, serving as an important communication platform for the industry.