Ecommerce
- eCommerce6 days ago
China's Gig Economy Boom Masks Job Market Pain & Welfare Strain
Explore how China's dynamic gig economy, despite its rapid expansion and innovation, is increasingly masking underlying job market challenges and putti
- eCommerce1 week ago
Uber Halts European Expansion in 5 Markets Amid Delivery Hero Bid
Uber pauses ambitious European expansion plans in five markets, including Austria and Greece, to focus on existing successes and potentially ease antitrust hurdles for its ongoing bid to acquire Delivery Hero.
- eCommerce1 week ago
After years of tracking packages, Amazon planning to use the same
After years of tracking packages, Amazon planning to use the same playbook for employees, as company is betting on ...
- eCommerce1 week ago
France Passes New Law to Fine Shein, Temu and Ultrafast Fashion
France just passed a landmark law to fine Shein, Temu, and other ultrafast fashion companies. This move aims to curb environmental damage, promote sustainability, and address the hidden costs of cheap, quickly produced clothing.
- eCommerce2 weeks ago
Flipkart Accelerates India Quick-Commerce Push Amid Amazon Rivalry
Flipkart's 'Minutes' quick-commerce service expands to 1,000 micro-fulfillment centers, intensifying its battle with Amazon for India's booming instant delivery market.
- eCommerce1 month ago
Uber Gets Green Light for Getir Delivery Deal in Turkey
Uber secures crucial regulatory approval for its Getir delivery deal in Turkey. This strategic move highlights Uber's expanding global delivery ambitions and the evolving quick-commerce market.
- eCommerce1 month ago
Amazon Faces FTC Ad Suit: Potential Penalties Loom
Amazon, an e-commerce giant, faces a potential FTC lawsuit over its ad practices. Learn how this legal battle could lead to penalties and reshape online shopping for consumers and brands alike.
- eCommerce1 month ago
Amazon Boosts India Automation, Robotics & EV Logistics
Amazon is significantly expanding automation and robotics investments across its India fulfilment centres. This strategic move also strengthens EV logistics, signaling long-term growth.
- eCommerce1 month ago
Alibaba Bids $1.5 Billion for Pupu, Last Independent Chinese Grocery App
Alibaba offers $1.5 billion for Pupu, one of China's last independent instant grocery delivery apps. This strategic move could reshape the market, but faces potential antitrust scrutiny.
- eCommerce1 month ago
Meta & Flipkart Partner to Revolutionize Creator Commerce in India
Discover how Meta and Flipkart's new partnership is set to transform creator-led commerce in India. Learn about the integration of shopping capabilities into Facebook and Instagram, making social feeds your new shopping destination. A major shift for Indian e-commerce.
- eCommerce1 month ago
Ixigo Acquires Brevistay for Rs 65.69 Cr, Invests in AI Startups
Ixigo's parent company acquires a majority stake in Brevistay for Rs 65.69 Cr, enhancing its travel offerings. Discover how Ixigo is also investing in two AI startups, poised to transform the online travel experience and industry landscape.
- eCommerce1 month ago
FirstClub Valuation Doubles to $255M: India's Quick Commerce Boom
Indian startup FirstClub has successfully secured $55 million in a Series B funding round, co-led by Peak XV Partners and Sofina, propelling its post-money valuation to $255 million. This rapid appreciation, nearly doubling its $120 million valuation from just nine months prior, signals robust investor confidence in a differentiated "quality-first" strategy within India's burgeoning, yet largely speed-obsessed, quick-commerce market. The financing round elevates FirstClub's total capital raised to $86 million, underscoring a potential strategic shift in consumer preferences that could redefine online grocery paradigms and competitive dynamics.
- eCommerce1 month ago
Amazon, Meesho, Swiggy, Zepto Launch India's Digital Commerce Coalition
Amazon, Meesho, Eternal, Swiggy, and Zepto join forces to launch the Digital Commerce Coalition in India. This powerful alliance signifies a major shift in the online market landscape.
- eCommerce1 month ago
The Mall App: Universal Feed Revolutionizes Online Shopping
The Mall app, founded by Ellie Konsker & Sreya Halder, revolutionizes online shopping with a universal, AI-powered personalized feed. Enjoy unparalleled product discovery & real-time updates.
- eCommerce1 month ago
EU Fines Temu $233M for Illegal Goods: Regulatory Crackdown Intensifies
The EU has fined Temu $233M over illegal goods, intensifying its crackdown on online marketplaces. This unprecedented penalty sets a new precedent for digital safety and consumer protection laws within the bloc, impacting global e-commerce operations.
- eCommerce1 month ago
Fairdeal Raises $15M for B2B Quick Commerce in India
Indian B2B quick commerce startup Fairdeal raises $15 million from Bertelsmann India to revolutionize local retail supply chains. Discover how this funding empowers small businesses and reshapes the quick commerce landscape.
- eCommerce1 month ago
Competition Heats Up: Direct Selling vs. E-commerce in India
Explore how India's direct selling industry, including Amway and Herbalife, battles intense competition from e-commerce, D2C, and quick commerce, eroding market share and raising costs.
- eCommerce1 month ago
India E-commerce Surges: Gen Z Fuels AI & Creator Sales
India's e-commerce market is set to hit $250B by 2030. Discover how Gen Z fuels this growth, spending 1.5x more, boosted by AI and creator-led sales. A Whalesbook report.
- eCommerce1 month ago
Why Amazon Has No Western Rivals: An E-commerce Juggernaut
Discover why Amazon has no Western rivals in the e-commerce landscape. Explore its journey from an online bookstore to a global powerhouse and the strategies that cemented its unmatched position.
