New Ecommerce Tools: May 20, 2026
This installment of our weekly rundown of new services for merchants includes rollouts for quick commerce, SMS…
Otto opens to Polish sellers
Otto is preparing to open its marketplace to sellers in Poland. A pilot program will begin next…
M&S buys ASOS warehouse
The British department store Marks and Spencer Group is buying a distribution center from Asos. The deal…
Selling to EU customers? What to know about the new withdrawal link requirement
This post is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For guidance specific…
Salesupply and BrandOn Group announce partnership
Dutch ecommerce service provider Salesupply has announced a partnership with BrandOn Group, an Italian technology platform that…
Who Delivers Your Orders Matters
Local carriers can promise fast and cheap ecommerce delivery. Unfortunately, the services may also raise concerns about…
High-converting landing page design for ecommerce (with examples)
There’s no one-size-fits-all formula for the perfect landing page design. Converting visitors into customers is an ongoing…
How to start a pet business (best online tips and tools)
The pet industry is growing rapidly, and there’s no holding it back. People love their pets, and…
Otto.de opens up to Dutch sellers
Dutch companies can now apply to sell on Otto.de. This marks the beginning of Otto’s expansion to…
AI is changing how shoppers find your products
AI is already reshaping how shoppers discover, compare, and purchase products. Here’s what’s happening, why it matters,…
Best dropshipping products and ideas for 2026 and beyond
Whether you’re just starting a new dropshipping business or growing an existing one, success is all about…
No Pong: From startup to multinational business with WooCommerce
No Pong is one of the most popular natural deodorant brands in Australia. They launched on WooCommerce…
Asynchronous Customer Support Is Breaking E-Commerce
Rising expectations for rapid responses are draining the life from asynchronous customer support, according to a new…
Why Marketplaces Block AI Shopping Agents
Autonomous AI shopping agents are moving quickly from novelty to reality, with both financial and legal implications….
eBay Passes on Agentic Shopping — For Now
eBay announced in a recent email to users that starting Feb. 20, it will prohibit third-party chatbots…
New Ecommerce Tools: January 21, 2026
Every week we publish a list of new products and services for ecommerce merchants. This installment includes…
What is branding? How to create a lasting ecommerce brand
A lasting ecommerce brand is more than a line of products or a catchy name — it’s a tone,…
Why E.U. Ecommerce Rules Seem Complex
Merchants often ask me to explain E.U. ecommerce regulations. I usually start with a warning: There is…
New Ecommerce Tools: December 31, 2025
Since 2016 I’ve published a weekly rundown of new services for ecommerce merchants. This final 2025 installment…
Customer Service Company Warns of Tsunami of Post-Holiday Returns
An e-commerce customer service support company is predicting a 45% increase in customer returns following Christmas, a…
Can AI-Driven Intent Shopping Eclipse Chinese Retail Models?
Walmart and OpenAI’s October partnership could be the most significant shift in e-commerce since the “Buy Now”…
95% German retailers receive unfair reviews
According to a recent study, 95 percent of German retailers have experienced unfair customer reviews. These include…
New Ecommerce Tools: November 26, 2025
Every week we publish a handpicked list of new products and services for ecommerce merchants. This installment…
Black Friday social media campaigns: Examples, tools, and tips for success
It’s time to get to work on every marketer’s championship game: Black Friday. While the holiday sales…