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Temu Enters Top 15 Fashion Sellers in France
In a striking development in the European retail landscape, Temu has entered the Top 15 fashion sellers in France by unit volume. According to early 2025 data, Temu jumped from...
August 21, 2025
Sea Ltd’s E-Commerce Surge Signals Strong Recovery for Asia’s Digital Retail Sector
In a year marked by both global economic volatility and intense regional competition, Sea Ltd.—parent company of Shopee and SeaMoney—has staged a remarkable comeback, signaling renewed strength in Asia’s digital...
August 18, 2025
77% of Shoppers Abandon Carts Due to Delivery Failures in Asia
A staggering 77% of online shoppers in Asia-Pacific abandon their carts when their preferred delivery option is unavailable. This finding, revealed in a recent DHL survey, underscores a growing crisis...
August 15, 2025
State Governments Assume National Cybersecurity Roles
U.S. state governments began stepping into roles traditionally held by federal agencies in the area of cybersecurity enforcement. State attorneys general from Kentucky, Nebraska, Arkansas, Illinois, and New York have...
August 14, 2025
Amazon Withdraws from Google Shopping Ads Auction
In a surprising move that is reshaping the digital advertising landscape, Amazon has withdrawn from participating in Google Shopping ads auctions. This change, which began in mid-July 2025, resulted in...
August 12, 2025
Walmart Introduces Sparky: An AI Shopping Assistant Redefining Digital Commerce
Walmart has taken a significant step forward in its digital transformation with the launch of Sparky, a powerful shopping assistant powered by generative artificial intelligence (GenAI). Integrated directly into the...
August 8, 2025
Germany's E-Commerce Forecast Raised to €92.4 Billion for 2025
In May 2025, the German Retail Association (HDE) officially raised its forecast for e-commerce revenue in Germany to €92.4 billion, marking a 4% year-over-year increase. This revision reflects the sector’s...
August 7, 2025
60% of Consumers in Spain Spend Over €50 Per Month Online
A recent study titled “Radiografía del consumidor online en España 2025”, conducted by Doofinder, reveals that six out of ten Spanish consumers spend more than €50 per month in online...
August 5, 2025
Discover Cross‑Border Magazine on YouTube: A Growing Hub for Global E‑Commerce Leaders!
If you're part of the global e‑commerce scene—or aiming to be—you need to know about Cross‑Border Magazine's official YouTube channel! With a fast-growing community of over 7,000 subscribers, this channel...
July 30, 2025
JD.com Eyes Ceconomy AG in Strategic €2.2 Billion Takeover Bid
Ceconomy AG, the German retail group behind Europe’s leading electronics chains MediaMarkt and Saturn, has confirmed it is in advanced negotiations with JD.com, one of China’s largest e-commerce companies. The...
July 29, 2025
EU Accessibility Act Takes Effect Today: A New Era for E-Commerce Across Europe
As of today, June 28, 2025, the EU Accessibility Act (Directive 2019/882) is officially in force across all 27 EU member states. This legislation establishes a uniform standard for digital...
July 28, 2025
Mobile Payments in the EU represent 59% of all E-commerce Transactions
Mobile payment adoption across the EU continues to accelerate. A recent OECD-supported study indicates that up to 59% of e‑commerce transactions in selected European countries are already executed through digital...
July 25, 2025
ChatGPT Agent: OpenAI’s Autonomous AI Tool That Can Act on the Web
OpenAI has unveiled a groundbreaking addition to its ChatGPT platform: ChatGPT Agent, a powerful new tool that enables the AI to autonomously complete complex tasks on the web—without human intervention....
July 23, 2025
AliExpress Launches Local+ Logistics Service to Boost European Market Presence
AliExpress has unveiled a new logistics initiative, Local+, designed to enhance its shipping capabilities across Europe. This move is designed to attract European sellers, enhance delivery speed, and improve the...
July 16, 2025
Temu and Shoppingfeed Join Forces to Connect European Sellers to Global Markets
Temu and Shoppingfeed Join Forces to Connect European Sellers to Global Markets with a new partnership to empower European brands with seamless, cross-border e-commerce capabilities. Bridging Local Businesses to a...
July 14, 2025
Grok 4: Elon Musk Unveils the “Smartest AI in the World”
On July 10, 2025, Elon Musk and his AI company xAI unveiled Grok 4, which Musk described as “the smartest artificial intelligence in the world.” The model, particularly in its...
July 11, 2025
Prime Day 2025: A Record-Breaking 4-Day Shopping Extravaganza
Amazon’s longest-ever Prime Day, spanning July 8–11, 2025, is already delivering eye-popping results and is expected to generate the equivalent of two Black Fridays in one weekend. U.S. Online Sales...
July 9, 2025
The New Silk Road: Temu Rise in the EU + Sales, Market Value & 2025–2026 Forecast
Chinese e-commerce platforms are disrupting the European retail landscape, the so-called New Silk Road, with Temu leading the charge. Backed by PDD Holdings, Temu has rapidly expanded across the EU,...
July 8, 2025
Shein Fined in France: €40 Million Penalty for Misleading Discounts
Shein, one of the world’s most popular fast-fashion platforms, has been fined €40 million in France for deceptive commercial practices. The Directorate-General for Competition, Consumer Affairs and Fraud Control (DGCCRF)...
July 7, 2025
EU Proposes €2 Handling Fee on Low-Value Parcels: A Game Changer for Cross-Border E-Commerce?
In a move that could significantly reshape the dynamics of global e-commerce, the European Union has proposed a €2 handling fee on all low-value parcels (below €150) entering its borders...
July 4, 2025
TikTok Restructures Its Global E-Commerce Division
TikTok, the social media giant owned by ByteDance, is undergoing a major restructuring of its global e-commerce division—TikTok Shop—as it grapples with rising international tariffs, underperformance in several markets, and...
July 3, 2025
Apollo Funds Acquires Minority Stake in TradeInn
TradeInn, a global online sports equipment specialist, has announced a significant milestone in its growth trajectory. One of the Apollo Funds associated with the firm’s Hybrid Value franchise has acquired...
July 2, 2025
The Rise of Mobile Commerce in Europe - 2025 Update
Mobile commerce (or m-commerce) is reshaping Europe's e-commerce landscape. Across the globe, mobile purchases are growing rapidly—projected to reach $2.52 trillion in 2025, up from $2.2 trillion in 2024—a 16% increase year-over-year....
July 1, 2025
Google Launches Doppl: AI-Powered Virtual Style App Personalized to You
Google has unveiled Doppl, a next-generation AI-driven app by Google Labs that enables users to see how outfits look on a digital version of themselves. Available now on iOS and...
June 30, 2025
Atradius Collections and Alibaba.com Launch Strategic Partnership to Boost Global B2B Sales
Atradius Collections has announced a major global strategic partnership with Alibaba.com, one of the world’s largest B2B e-commerce marketplaces. This collaboration will open new international sales opportunities for businesses in...
June 26, 2025
BigBuy Partners with Kaazar Capital to Fuel European E-commerce Expansion
Valencia / London, June 19, 2025—BigBuy, a leading European tech platform for wholesale e-commerce, has announced a strategic investment partnership with Kaazar Capital. This move aims to solidify BigBuy's leadership...
June 20, 2025
Walmart Marketplace Growth Surges in 2025: Over 200.000 active sellers!
Walmart’s transformation into a global e-commerce contender is no longer theoretical—it’s happening at full speed. As of mid-2025, the Walmart Marketplace has surpassed 200,000 active sellers, powered by the fastest...
June 19, 2025
ExpandNow and Shopware Partner to Simplify Global Expansion for Ecommerce Merchants
By Expand Now - Leading Merchant of Record (MoR) provider ExpandNow and open commerce platform Shopware have joined forces in a strategic partnership to eliminate tax, compliance, and payment barriers,...
June 17, 2025
OpenAI Signs Deal with Google Cloud
OpenAI has made an unexpected move by signing an agreement with Google Cloud to access its powerful computing infrastructure. This marks a significant shift that could reshape its long-standing partnership...
June 16, 2025
U.S. Trade Tariffs Are Reshaping the Digital Advertising Landscape: The Case of Temu and Shein
In 2025, the global e-commerce landscape is undergoing a seismic shift, driven by newly imposed U.S. trade tariffs. Two of the most prominent players in the Chinese fast-commerce space —...
June 10, 2025
Amazon Launches New R&D Team to Revolutionize Logistics with AI Agents and Robotics
Amazon has unveiled a bold new initiative to transform its logistics and supply chain operations by integrating AI agents and robotic automation. This cutting-edge effort will be spearheaded by Lab126,...
June 9, 2025
How Spring GDS makes logistics more sustainable
In a time when sustainability and efficiency are no longer optional but essential, Spring GDS is carving a new path in the logistics sector through an innovative approach: asset sharing....
June 5, 2025
Why Amazon US Is the Best Launchpad for New E-Commerce Entrepreneurs
Amazon continues solidifying its reputation as the top platform for aspiring e-commerce entrepreneurs, particularly in the United States. Recent data from Marketplace Pulse confirms what many sellers already suspect: launching...
June 4, 2025
Google Lens Meets YouTube Shorts: A New Era for Visual Search and SEO
Google is revolutionizing visual search by integrating Google Lens into YouTube Shorts, offering marketers and content creators innovative ways to enhance visibility and engagement. Google Lens Integration with YouTube Shorts...
June 3, 2025
Understanding DAC7: How New EU Tax Rules Affect Second-Hand Buyers and Sellers
Today, we want to review how the EU's DAC7 regulation impacts individuals and businesses selling second-hand goods online. Understand your tax obligations, reporting requirements, and how to stay compliant. What...
June 2, 2025
Swiss Price Surveillance Office Orders Booking.com to Slash Hotel Commissions by 25%
The Swiss Price Surveillance Office has ruled that Booking.com’s hotel commission fees are abusively high, following a detailed investigation that began in 2017. In an official statement, the watchdog has...
May 28, 2025
Google Marketing Live 2025: Google Bets on AI for the Future of Advertising
At Google Marketing Live 2025, the tech giant unveiled a bold vision for the future of digital advertising—one powered by artificial intelligence (AI). From reimagining search with contextual ads to...
May 26, 2025
Amazon Introduces AI-Powered Audio Summaries on Product Pages
Amazon has announced a groundbreaking new feature to revolutionize online shopping: short audio summaries on select product pages. This innovation aims to help shoppers save time and make more informed...
May 23, 2025
Barcelona prepares to host LogiCommerce Connect next week: A one-day eCommerce deep dive for brands and digital leaders
Next May 29th, Barcelona will welcome the third edition of LogiCommerce Connect, a one-day event that brings together leading eCommerce professionals, digital-first brands, and technology experts for a full day...
May 22, 2025
EU to Enforce VAT Responsibility on Imported Goods: What Amazon, Temu, and AliExpress Sellers Must Know
The European Union is tightening its grip on VAT compliance for imported goods, targeting online marketplaces like Amazon, Temu, and AliExpress. In a significant step toward modernizing customs and closing...
May 21, 2025
Checkout.com Launches the First Digital Economy Trust Index
As the global economy increasingly shifts toward digital-first experiences, consumer trust in digital platforms has become a crucial driver of economic growth. Recognizing this, Checkout.com has unveiled the Digital Economy...
May 19, 2025
Ratio Secures €650,000 to Digitize and Revolutionize Real Estate Investment in Spain
Ratio, a Spanish real estate promotion and investment solution, has successfully closed a €650,000 funding round. This milestone reinforces Ratio's strategic objective to expand its product capabilities and strengthen its...
May 16, 2025
European Mobile Payment Leaders Unite to Celebrate Europe Day with Cross-Border Initiative
On Europe Day, six leading European mobile payment services—Bizum (Spain), BANCOMAT (Italy), Blik (Poland), Blink by BORICA (Bulgaria), MB WAY/SIBS (Portugal), and Vipps MobilePay (Denmark, Finland, and Norway)—have come together...
May 14, 2025
Sustainability through Collaboration at DELIVER Europe 2025
This week, we had the pleasure of interviewing Rutger Vonk, ESG Program Manager Spring GDS  about the upcoming Deliver Amsterdam event and their partnership with this carbon-neutral event, which will...
May 13, 2025
Join the Cross Border Meeting hosted by e-Cross and Moddo Atlas! 
Are you interested in selling in Brazil, LATAM, and the USA from the EU or any other country? Then you must attend the upcoming Cross-Border Meeting hosted by e-Cross and...
May 12, 2025
Carrefour Spain presents ClubAI: An AI Conversationl Assitant
Carrefour is committed to AI as a key lever for transformation. As part of its “Driving the Future of Food” exhibition, the company has presented a wide range of technological...
May 12, 2025
Amazon Haul Launches in Europe
Amazon is taking another step forward in its strategy to compete with low-cost Asian platforms such as Temu and Shein with the launch in Europe of Amazon Haul, a shopping...
May 9, 2025
How U.S. Tariffs Are Impacting Temu’s Business Model in 2025
Temu, the fast-growing Chinese e-commerce platform known for its ultra-low prices, is facing major challenges in the United States due to recent tariff policy changes. With the U.S. government ending...
May 7, 2025
The third edition of LogiCommerce Connect arrives on May 29th!
Barcelona will once again become the epicenter of eCommerce with the third edition of LogiCommerce Connect. This event has already established itself as one of the most important meeting points...
May 6, 2025
3stepIT partners with ExpandNow to unlock new circular service opportunities
The new partnership will enable seamless second-hand device purchases, expand global service delivery, and promote sustainable tech consumption. 3stepIT and ExpandNow Forge Strategic Alliance 3stepIT, a European leader in Circular...
May 5, 2025
Vinted reports a 330% increase in its net profit
The Vinted Group reported consolidated revenue of €813.4 million, an increase of 36% (2023: €596.3 million). The Group significantly strengthened its financial position, reporting net profit of €76.7 million, up...
May 2, 2025
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