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South Korea recorded a 5% rise in product recalls in 2025, with 2,656 cases reported. The surge reflects growing concerns over unsafe imported goods sold through online platforms, prompting regulatory action.
GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen is reconsidering the videogame retailer's $56 billion eBay acquisition attempt, exploring a partnership or joint venture as an alternative strategy to expand both companies' presence in high-margin collectibles markets.
Malaysia's Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister Armizan Arif said a Cabinet committee will examine the online sale of imported goods, responding to concerns raised by local retailers.
A US appeals court has overturned a ban on Perplexity's AI shopping tools on Amazon, ruling the company did not violate computer fraud laws. The landmark decision shapes the future of AI agents across the web.
Malaysia's government will conduct a detailed assessment of anti-competitive practices on e-commerce platforms, with a new E-Commerce Act under development to balance consumer benefits against threats to local retailers and MSMEs.
The European Commission has accused Temu of obstructing an investigation into whether the Chinese e-commerce platform received foreign subsidies that distort the EU market.
The European Union has imposed a record €550 million fine on AliExpress for failing to prevent the sale of illegal, counterfeit and unsafe products. It is the third enforcement action under the EU's Digital Services Act.
J&T Express crossed a historic threshold in the second quarter, handling over 100 million parcels daily for the first time. Southeast Asia emerged as the primary growth driver, with volumes jumping 63 percent annually.
Amazon has committed to taking action against third-party delivery partner M&M Logistics Solutions after a fire killed two workers at its Uttarakhand facility in June, once local police investigations conclude.