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What international shoppers expect, and where many brands fall short
By fulfilmentcrowd - Cross-border eCommerce has shifted from opportunity to expectation. Many of today’s consumers don’t think twice about buying from overseas retailers, as the barriers that once held them...
May 1, 2026
Marketplaces Now Dominate European E-Commerce
European e-commerce has entered a new era. The traditional model of brands selling primarily through their own online stores is being challenged by the rapid rise of digital marketplaces. In...
April 29, 2026
London, Lisbon and Larnaca Delivery in Two Days With GlobeCross
In 2025, the cross-border market in Europe totaled over €350 billion in value and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 18% from 2026 to 2034, as shoppers look...
April 24, 2026
The AI is Driving E-Commerce Growth in the USA
Artificial intelligence is no longer a future trend in online retail. It is already reshaping how American companies attract shoppers, convert traffic, fulfill orders, and build long-term customer loyalty. Across...
April 22, 2026
BrandOn Group and Salesupply Join Forces to Help Italian Brands Conquer International Markets
By Salesupply - Milan, April 17, 2026 - BrandOn Group, Italy's leading Merchant of Record for marketplaces, today announced a strategic partnership with Salesupply, a provider of global e-commerce internationalisation solutions including fulfillment and customer service. Together, the two companies offer Italian brands...
April 17, 2026
TikTok Shop Gains Real Traction in Europe
TikTok Shop is no longer a speculative experiment in Europe. It is rapidly becoming a viable and scalable sales channel, particularly in key markets such as Germany. Recent data show...
April 6, 2026
What's Behind Temu's Rapid Rise in Europe?
By Vinny O'Brien - You know Temu, right? No, I'm not talking about buying gadgets or cheap kitchenware - I'm talking about the biggest retail education the West has received...
March 31, 2026
MercadoLibre’s $11 Billion Bet on Brazil E-Commerce Future
MercadoLibre has announced a $11 billion investment in Brazil for 2026, marking one of the largest single-year commitments in the history of Latin American eCommerce. The move represents a 50%...
March 31, 2026
MyDello Raises €3.1 Million in Funding to Accelerate Digital Freight Forwarding in Europe
The Estonian logistics startup MyDello has raised €3.1 million in funding, marking another step forward in the digital transformation of freight forwarding in Europe. The investment highlights growing investor interest...
March 30, 2026
Airwallex European Expansion: A $1.1B Bet on the Future of Cross-Border Commerce in Europe
The Airwallex European expansion is one of the most significant fintech investment moves in recent years, signaling a major shift in how cross-border payments and e-commerce infrastructure will evolve across...
March 25, 2026
Amazon’s €5B Investment in Poland: A Strategic Expansion Reshaping European E-commerce
Amazon has announced plans to invest €5 billion in Poland between 2026 and 2028, reinforcing its commitment to expanding logistics infrastructure in Europe. This move is not just another regional...
March 23, 2026
JD.com lands in Europe: a full-scale challenge to Amazon’s model
The European e-commerce landscape has entered a new phase. With the launch of its Joybuy platform, JD.com lands in Europe with a clear ambition: to replicate its highly efficient, logistics-driven...
March 19, 2026
Iran War Impact on E-Commerce: How the Conflict Is Reshaping Global Online Trade
The impact of the Iran War on e-commerce is rapidly becoming one of the most significant economic ripple effects of the 2026 geopolitical crisis. What began as a military escalation...
March 13, 2026
APAC E-commerce Merchants Lose $72 Billion Every Year to Payment and Operational Inefficiencies
The Asia-Pacific region is the fastest-growing e-commerce market in the world. From China and South Korea to the rapidly expanding digital economies of Southeast Asia, online retail continues to accelerate...
March 9, 2026
The Global Economic Impact of a Potential Closure of the Strait of Hormuz
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the most strategically important maritime chokepoints in the global economy. Located between Iran and Oman, this narrow waterway connects the Persian Gulf with...
March 2, 2026
SPOTLIGHT ON… Jordie Geuyen: Partnerships Director, Aviation and Trade Services at Hurricane Commerce
For Jordie Geuyen, Partnerships Director, Aviation and Trade Services at Hurricane Commerce, the defining challenge in global trade today is not speed, cost, or even capacity. It is data. After...
February 26, 2026
France Parcel Tax Debate: Impact on E-Commerce Competitiveness in the EU
France is currently at the centre of a tax debate affecting European e-commerce: the proposed increase in taxes on small imported parcels. Industry groups warn that unilateral national measures could...
February 24, 2026
Reveni Secures €7.5M Funding to Transform E-commerce Returns and Logistics in Europe
Madrid-based startup Reveni has secured €7.5 million in Series A funding to accelerate its international expansion and further develop its e-commerce logistics platform. The investment round was led by 13books...
February 20, 2026
Valentine’s Day Is Driving Quick Commerce Growth
Valentine’s Day continues to be a major commercial moment for retailers across Europe, increasingly shaped by e-commerce convenience and expectations for fast delivery. Recent market data indicate that consumers are...
February 16, 2026
Customer Journey During Peak Season in the Benelux: Salesupply, Returnless, and Sendcloud report!
The post-purchase phase has become one of the most decisive battlegrounds in modern e-commerce. While competitive pricing, product availability, and fast checkout remain essential, customer loyalty and long-term revenue increasingly...
February 12, 2026
Paris-Based Dialog Secures €3.7M in Seed Funding
The European e-commerce technology landscape continues to attract investment, particularly in artificial intelligence solutions designed to improve online retail experiences. One notable example is the Paris-based startup Dialog, which secured...
February 11, 2026
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