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Supply Chain
Amazon announced plans to invest approximately $4 billion by the end of 2026 to significantly expand its delivery infrastructure in rural areas across the United States. The initiative aims to triple the size of the company’s rural delivery network and dramatically reduce shipping times for customers in less densely
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
OpenAI is making a major move into online shopping with a new update to ChatGPT's search tool, the company announced Monday. Starting today, users can search for products and receive curated recommendations, complete with images, reviews, and direct links to purchase — all within the ChatGPT interface. The new
E-commerce
Chinese e-commerce giant Temu, once the poster child for bargain shopping, is facing a major pricing crisis in the U.S. after slapping steep import charges on its customers. In response to President Donald Trump’s newly imposed 145% tariffs on Chinese imports, Temu has started adding similar import fees
E-commerce
Fast-fashion giant Shein Group has sharply increased US prices on a range of products—from dresses to kitchenware—ahead of looming tariffs on small parcels from China and Hong Kong, marking an early sign of potential cost pressures for American consumers. Most of the price hikes took effect on Friday,
E-commerce
In a twist few could have predicted, U.S. tariffs on Chinese imports — intended to curb China’s economic advantage — are helping Chinese e-commerce apps soar in the American market. The latest beneficiaries? DHgate and Taobao, two apps now dominating the iPhone App Store’s top free charts in the
E-commerce
Temu and Shein, two of the fastest-growing e-commerce platforms in the U.S., are preparing to raise prices for American customers starting April 25th. The change comes in response to former President Donald Trump’s new round of tariffs targeting goods shipped from China. Under the updated policy, a staggering
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Amazon is doubling down on its push to personalize the shopping experience through artificial intelligence. The tech giant announced a new feature on Wednesday called “Interests”, designed to transform the way users search for and discover products. By leveraging large language models (LLMs), the tool turns natural language prompts into
E-commerce
Shopify has acquired Vantage Discovery, a startup focused on building AI-powered search technology for retailers, as part of its ongoing push to deepen its artificial intelligence capabilities. Founded in early 2023 by former Pinterest engineers Lance Riedel and Nigel Daley, Vantage Discovery was created to bring “Pinterest-like” search functionality to
E-commerce
When was the last time an ecommerce brand told you how many zip codes they’ve shipped to? It’s a small detail—but one that subtly tells you people everywhere trust us. In an era where online shoppers are bombarded with choices and promises, building trust is no longer
Retail
Retail giants Shein and Temu, known for their low-cost, direct-to-consumer goods shipped from overseas, experienced a noticeable sales slowdown following former President Donald Trump's February announcement targeting tariffs and the de minimis import loophole. According to Earnest Analytics, which tracks debit and credit card spending from millions of
Web Design
User Experience (UX) is more than just aesthetics—it’s the backbone of a brand’s digital presence and a key driver of conversions. A well-optimized website UX builds trust, improves engagement, and turns visitors into customers. Businesses that prioritize UX can see a significant increase in retention and revenue.
Web Design
Website A/B testing is one of the most powerful strategies CMOs can use to optimize user experience, improve conversion rates, and maximize ROI. However, not all tests are worth running. The key is to focus on elements that drive real impact. This article breaks down what actually works in