TikTok Shop USA is testing a managed operations service, where the platform will deeply engage in traffic acquisition and sales growth, allowing sellers to focus on supply chain and product aspects.
The US Department of Justice has determined TikTok USDS operates independently and meets security standards, officially lifting the federal download ban on devices, significantly reducing the platform's political compliance risks.
Amazon integrates its AI assistants Alexa+ and Rufus to improve shopping search and decision-making efficiency through a unified AI interface.
Amazon has adjusted the rules for obtaining Featured Offer status by removing single hard thresholds like order defect rates, incorporating them into a comprehensive weighted ranking system instead.
TikTok Shop has strengthened regulation on promotional content, livestream compliance, and AI-generated content in 2026, requiring brands to ensure promotions match actual products.
US Customs has recently implemented '2R' ban orders on ISF declaration anomalies through the ACE system, shifting its regulatory focus to pre-shipment data compliance.
In the 2026 Fortune Global 500 list, Amazon surpassed Walmart to take the top spot, ending the latter's 12-year reign. This milestone event signifies the e-commerce giant's expanded influence in the global business landscape.
Amazon officially launched the 2026 version of the FBA New Selection Program on July 30. The new policy aims to reduce sellers' costs for promoting new products by offering larger fee discounts, broader storage exemptions, and commission incentives for specific new brand ASINs. Existing sellers will be automatically migrated but must confirm to retain benefits after a certain date.
TikTok is testing a membership subscription service called 'TikTok Shop Plus' in the U.S. This plan mirrors Amazon Prime by offering benefits such as free shipping and discount coupons, aiming to enhance user engagement and minimize the likelihood of users switching to other platforms when shopping.
TikTok Shop is testing a membership subscription program named 'TikTok Shop Plus', designed to enhance user retention and shopping traffic by offering benefits such as free shipping and exclusive discounts. This initiative is seen as a significant strategic move by TikTok to compete in the e-commerce space with Amazon Prime.
The Hong Kong Trade Development Council will hold the third Hong Kong Shopping Festival, expanding its business scope to the ASEAN market for the first time. This aims to help SMEs enter Singapore and Malaysia through cross-border e-commerce channels, promoting sales via live-streaming and exclusive discounts.
The focus of global air cargo is shifting from cross-border e-commerce to AI infrastructure development. Due to tightened regulations in Europe and the U.S. regarding low-value imports, e-commerce logistics demand is cooling, while orders for high-tech products such as AI chips and servers surge, becoming a new growth pillar for air freight.
TikTok's advertising system has been upgraded, allowing advertisers to block up to 40% of regions in TopView ads. This enhances geographic precision in ad placements, helping sellers more effectively control budgets and optimize conversion results.
Payment platforms EBANX and Pagaleve have partnered to launch a Pix-based Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) installment plan in Brazil. This initiative aims to provide installment payment capabilities to users without credit cards and further tap into Brazil's e-commerce market growth potential.
On July 29, Huakai Yibai, a publicly listed cross-border e-commerce company, saw its stock price plummet 13.51%, with a net capital outflow of 36.5786 million yuan. Being a leading enterprise in the industry, its capital market fluctuation reflects investor concerns about the current growth pressures and compliance costs in the cross-border e-commerce sector.
Amazon has announced the full opening of its 'Seller University' resources, which can now be accessed by any user without the need for a sales account registration. The platform includes comprehensive training courses from basic store setup to advanced advertising, aimed at lowering the barriers to entry for e-commerce and attracting more potential sellers.
TikTok is testing a new pilot program where the platform will directly intervene and oversee key store operations, including creator recruitment and advertising management. This indicates TikTok's strengthened control over the ecommerce ecosystem and potential direct competition with existing Shop agencies.
Amazon's MCF service has recently introduced a 35% discount on shipping fees for TikTok Shop orders. This policy aims to attract more sellers using Amazon's logistics services for their TikTok Shop sales by reducing logistics costs and improving multi-platform operational efficiency.
TikTok Shop is testing a paid membership program called 'Shop Plus' in the U.S. market. The program aims to enhance user engagement through discounts, exclusive coupons, and free shipping benefits, marking an important attempt by TikTok to compete with Amazon Prime in the e-commerce sector.
TikTok Shop is testing a managed services model in the U.S. Under this model, the platform will deeply engage in sellers' marketing, ad placements, and influencer collaborations, allowing sellers to focus on product development and supply chain management, aiming to boost sales growth through the platform's professional operational capabilities.