Amazon’s early investment in artificial intelligence has generated substantial returns, with its stake in Anthropic increasing in value from $8 billion to $74 billion and validating its AI strategy.
Walmart is strengthening its rapid delivery services to compete for “last-minute” shoppers seeking fast arrival, as competition in retail delivery intensifies.
Amazon announced several developments in early June, including the integration of OpenAI models into Bedrock and the successful deployment of more than 330 satellites for its Leo project.
New research shows that global cross-border payment volume is expected to reach $63 trillion by 2030 as digital payment infrastructure improves and cross-border trade expands.
The Asian Safety and Security Online Exhibition (ASSOE 2026) officially opened on June 1 and will run through the end of October, aiming to connect global buyers with suppliers in Asia’s security and industrial protection sectors through an online platform.
TikTok Shop announced that it will expand to Austria, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Poland on June 15. The platform will continue using its content-driven commerce model, combining short videos and livestream shopping to connect local merchants with consumers.
TikTok Shop has updated its seller settlement policy with a four-tier framework designed to provide different payout speeds based on store performance. High-performing stores may qualify for settlement in as little as one day, while new and high-risk stores will have applicable transition or extended settlement periods.
Amazon will update handling-time management requirements for Merchant Fulfilled Network (MFN) orders and raise delivery-speed standards for SFP and Premium Shipping programs, strengthening consumer trust in delivery promises.
TikTok Shop will expand to Poland, the Netherlands, Belgium, and Austria in mid-June. Sellers can register and upload products from June 1 to use the new traffic opportunity and enter the European market.
Walmart is expanding its same-day delivery capabilities, offering delivery within 30 minutes to meet consumers’ immediate shopping needs and compete for market share.
Xiaohongshu’s new cross-border e-commerce business, Redshop, is scheduled to launch in June 2026 and will initially target nine global markets, focusing on products with distinctive Chinese characteristics.
Tekhill USA LLC, an entity affiliated with Newegg director Fred Faching Chang, sold 20,000 shares in late May, drawing attention to changes in the company’s insider holdings.
eBay has added a “Sale items” filter to its search options, helping buyers find products included in promotions more easily and potentially improving exposure and conversion for store sellers.
China’s cross-border e-commerce export tax refund policies are becoming stricter in 2026, with stronger enforcement against shell companies and irregular customs declarations. Platform transaction data has been fully transmitted to tax authorities, requiring sellers to operate compliantly and avoid tax risks.
Walmart has expanded its 30-minute delivery service to 33 U.S. markets. The service covers more than 100,000 products, including fresh groceries, medicines, and daily necessities, strengthening Walmart’s omnichannel retail position as demand for instant delivery grows.
TikTok Shop will launch in the Netherlands in mid-June, allowing users to purchase products directly through short videos and livestreams. The platform will introduce livestream shopping with real-time interaction. While the feature offers convenience to consumers, a local consumer association has raised concerns about impulse purchases and called for stronger age-verification mechanisms.
TikTok Shop announced an update to its settlement policy, expanding the existing three-tier structure to four tiers. Under the new policy, high-performing TikTok Shop Mall sellers may receive settlement in as little as one day, while ordinary sellers will receive settlement after 3, 8 or 15 days depending on the shop’s adjustment period and risk assessment. The move is intended to incentivize high-quality sellers through differentiated settlement cycles.
Fred Faching Chang, a Newegg director, sold 20,000 company shares through affiliated entity Tekhill USA LLC on the open market in late May, in transactions totaling more than $350,000. The move drew attention to insider trading and the company’s stock outlook. Although Newegg recently showcased innovative products at Computex Taipei, financial pressure and market competition remain investor concerns.
Tekhill USA LLC, an entity affiliated with Newegg director Fred Faching Chang, sold 20,000 company shares on the open market at the end of May, drawing attention to the company’s insider-trading activity.
Walmart is increasing its investment in drone delivery in the U.S. market to improve delivery speed and efficiency, strengthen its position in retail competition and pursue the milestone of one million deliveries.