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German B2C Forecast: Approximately USD 97.2 billion by 2029
The German B2C e-commerce market is entering a new phase of accelerated growth and competitive transformation, and it is expected to reach USD 97.2 billion by 2029. This is According...
January 30, 2026
Meta accelerates its premium subscription strategy
Meta is moving forward with its revenue diversification strategy and is preparing to introduce new premium subscriptions across its core platforms: WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook. The goal is to offer...
January 28, 2026
Temu Reached Parity with Amazon in Cross-Border E-Commerce
Global cross-border e-commerce is undergoing a major shift. For the first time in years, Temu has reached the same level as Amazon in cross-border online shopping, with both platforms accounting...
January 26, 2026
Ursula von der Leyen Announces ‘EU Inc’: One Company, One Legal Entity in the EU
When Ursula von der Leyen publicly announced EU Inc in January 2026, she did more than introduce a new policy concept. As President of the European Commission, she explicitly referenced...
January 23, 2026
Why AI Isn’t Boosting E-Commerce Growth Across the EU Yet
Artificial intelligence is frequently presented as a key growth driver for European e-commerce. From product recommendations and dynamic pricing to customer service automation and demand forecasting, AI is often positioned...
January 22, 2026
Google Launches Universal Commerce Protocol
Google has announced the launch of its Universal Commerce Protocol (UCP), a new open standard designed to enable AI-driven buying experiences and instant checkout directly from AI interfaces such as...
January 21, 2026
How Tariffs Are Driving Up E-Commerce Prices in the United States
In 2025 and early 2026, new U.S. tariff policies began to significantly impact online retail pricing, disrupting global supply chains and pushing prices higher for consumers and sellers alike. What...
January 20, 2026
Temu Fined in Poland for Misleading Discount Pricing Practices
Poland’s competition authority has fined Temu for the way it presented discounts to consumers. The decision is part of a wider regulatory push across Europe to eliminate deceptive pricing practices...
January 19, 2026
Walmart and Google Deepen Their AI Partnership
Walmart and Google are actively expanding their strategic partnership to integrate advanced artificial intelligence into the retail shopping experience. Announced and detailed through multiple industry and financial reports in early...
January 14, 2026
The End of the EU Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) Platform
The Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) platform of the European Union was officially discontinued in 2025, marking a significant change in how consumer e-commerce disputes are handled across Europe. After nearly...
January 12, 2026
Amazon’s New AI Selling Support Is Raising Seller Alarm Bells
Amazon is pushing deeper into “agentic” commerce, where AI doesn’t just recommend products but can also take actions that affect listings, merchandising, and even purchasing flows.  Alongside seller-facing tools that...
January 8, 2026
QXO Secures $1.2 Billion Investment to Accelerate Growth in B2B E-Commerce Services
QXO has secured a $1.2 billion investment led by funds affiliated with Apollo Global Management, marking one of the most significant funding rounds in the B2B e-commerce services market in...
January 7, 2026
Stord acquired Shipwire from Ceva Logistics
The acquisition of Shipwire by Stord, previously owned by Ceva Logistics, represents a structurally significant move in the global e-commerce fulfillment market. Beyond operational expansion, the deal has clear economic...
January 6, 2026
Global E-commerce 2025 Wrap Up: Main Milestones, Tech Achievements, and Year-on-Year Comparison!
The year is finished! And we at Cross Border Magazine want to take this opportunity to review how global e-commerce has evolved over the past 2025. Join us for this...
December 31, 2025
80% of Greek Consumers Shop Outside of the EU
A growing share of EU online shopping is flowing to marketplaces based outside the European Union. Greece has emerged as an extreme example of this shift. Recent survey data shows...
December 30, 2025
China Implements New Platform Rules to Reshape E-commerce Competition
China has introduced a new regulatory framework targeting pricing practices and algorithmic behavior on major online platforms. The rules are designed to curb forced low-price strategies and prevent the abuse...
December 22, 2025
Shein Opens a Major Logistics Center Near Wrocław, Poland
Shein has opened a large logistics center near Wrocław, in southwestern Poland, marking a significant step in the company’s European expansion strategy. The new facility is designed to function as...
December 18, 2025
EU Regulators Raid Temu’s Dublin Headquarters Amid Foreign Subsidy Investigation
European Union regulators have conducted a raid on Temu's Dublin headquarters as part of an investigation into potential violations of EU law on foreign subsidies. The move signals a significant...
December 15, 2025
Amazon Announces Major Seller and FBA Fee Reductions in the EU
Amazon has announced a significant reduction in the fees it charges third-party sellers across its European marketplaces, via FBA costs, marking one of the most substantial fee adjustments in recent...
December 13, 2025
Italy Targets “Small Parcel” Imports with a €2 Levy on Extra-EU E-commerce Shipments
Italy is taking a firm position in the growing European debate over "small parcel" (low-value) cross-border e-commerce. As part of its upcoming budget measures, the Italian government is moving toward...
December 12, 2025
Americans Spent $7.9 Million Per Day on OnlyFans in 2025
Americans continued to dominate global spending on OnlyFans in 2025, contributing an estimated $2.6 to $2.64 billion throughout the year. This represents a modest but significant increase from the 2.58...
December 11, 2025
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