Temu Faces Government Oversight in South Africa
The South African government has announced new scrutiny of the Chinese online marketplace Temu, as concerns grow over its claims of operating local fulfilment…
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Google Plans Major Investment in THG Ingenuity
Google LLC, a subsidiary of Alphabet Inc., is planning a multimillion-pound investment in THG Ingenuity, the e-commerce technology division of UK-based The Hut Group…
GCC 60-Minute Delivery
The race to deliver products within an hour is heating up across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), redefining the region’s logistics and retail industries.
UAE E-commerce Boom
The UAE is witnessing one of the fastest digital commerce transformations in the region, driven by a surge in online transactions, evolving consumer preferences, and an…
Alibaba Picks Durban for Africa Expansion
Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba has officially chosen Durban, South Africa, as the base for its African operations, solidifying the coastal city’s position as a future…
Amazon 15-Min Delivery
Amazon has unveiled its fastest delivery service to date in the United Arab Emirates, introducing a new initiative called Amazon Now that promises to deliver essential…
WORLDEF Dubai 2026 to Shape the Future of Digital Commerce
WORLDEF Dubai 2026 will, once again, be held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum. This distinguished patronage enhances the event’s…
Bold Match Connects Shopify Merchants with Agencies
Bold Match has launched a new free matchmaking service designed to connect Shopify merchants with verified expert agencies, aiming to simplify one of the biggest…
Iran’s E-Commerce Surges to 5.5 Quadrillion Toman
Iran’s e-commerce sector has recorded an unprecedented leap, with online transactions reaching 5,500 trillion toman (approximately 5.5 quadrillion toman) in value during…
Chari Raises $12M
Moroccan B2B e-commerce and fintech startup Chari has raised $12 million in a Series A funding round, marking one of the largest early-stage investments ever recorded in…
Uzum Considers London for IPO
Uzbekistan’s first unicorn and leading e-commerce platform, Uzum, is exploring London as one of several potential venues for its planned initial public offering (IPO).
Portugal’s Online Shoppers Rise
Online shopping has become deeply integrated into daily life in Portugal, where three out of every four consumers now make purchases over the internet.
Aramex and Bahrain Post Launch Smart Parcel Boxes
Aramex and Bahrain Post have jointly launched the Kingdom’s first national network of smart electronic parcel boxes, signaling a major step forward in Bahrain’s…
E-Commerce Firms Shift to Postal Routes
Global e-commerce companies are restructuring their logistics networks after the United States removed its long-standing “de minimis” tariff exemption for low-value…
Instacart Expands Retail Tools
Instacart has announced the launch of a major update to its white-label e-commerce platform, introducing new business-focused features designed to support retailers and…
Simple Energy Joins Amazon and Flipkart
Indian electric vehicle manufacturer Simple Energy has officially entered the e-commerce space through new partnerships with Amazon India and Flipkart.
French E-Commerce Grows Steadily in Early 2025
French e-commerce market continued its steady upward trend in the first half of 2025, expanding by nearly 8 percent compared to the same period in 2024.
Ulta Beauty Launches UB Marketplace to Expand Digital Reach
Ulta Beauty has launched a new online retail platform called UB Marketplace, expanding its e-commerce ecosystem with a curated selection of independent and emerging…
EFT Corporation Partners with Happy Pay to Expand E-Commerce Offering
South Africa’s fintech sector continues to evolve as EFT Corporation announces a strategic partnership with Happy Pay, introducing a Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) option for…
Temu Warehouse Under Watch in South Africa
Chinese e-commerce giant Temu is facing growing scrutiny from South African regulators as the National Consumer Commission (NCC) investigates the company’s “local…
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