Shopify, founded in 2006, powers 10% of US online sales, aiming for larger clients with expanded services and higher transaction fees.

Lufthansa Cargo prepares to launch a dedicated route from Frankfurt to Zhengzhou for Temu, with 777F flights thrice weekly, responding to the surge in demand. Critics voice concerns over product quality and environmental impact.

ProcMart's $30M Series B funding, led by Fundamentum and Edelweiss, powers its growth in India and Southeast Asia. This marks a significant move in the B2B marketplace.

With new funding of €1.5M, Truckoo, the commercial vehicle platform, now includes Austria's WaVe-X, led by the Walter Group, alongside other major German investors.

Amira Rasool's The Folklore, a B2B marketplace, has raised $3.4M in seed funding led by Benchstrength to help brands from emerging markets scale up and access new resources.

Dr. Ali Kashani, co-founder of Serve Robotics, highlighted the role of AI in urban delivery as they raised $40M through an IPO. Planning major expansions in new cities.

Alibaba.com aims to boost gender equality in business with a new academy. Starting this fall, 40 women will gain vital skills and networking opportunities.

As Wayfair opens its first physical store in Wilmette, IL, it seeks to enhance its market presence and revive sales amidst a challenging retail environment.

Ikea's training initiative for 3,500 employees in AI literacy aims to embed technology understanding deeply within its culture. This program is a part of Ikea's broader strategy to integrate AI across various business operations.

Amazon's Dash Carts now serve third-party grocers, with Kansas City's Price Chopper and McKeever’s Market testing them since early this year, boosting checkout tech after pulling Just Walk Out.

Kaufland adjusts marketplace fees effective April 30, with a notable rise in small household appliances category. Other categories see minor changes.

Gopuff's new venture with Misfits Market shows 25% of orders have fresh items, while Grubhub partners with local grocers for expanded service.

The new Amazon Live channel brings 24/7 shopping to Prime Video and Freevee, featuring stars like Lala Kent and Paige DeSorbo. It allows U.S. viewers to buy products seen on their TVs through the Amazon Shopping app.

MercadoLibre announces a 30% increase in staff for 2024, adding 18,000 jobs to reach 76,000 employees, with significant hiring in Mexico and Brazil.

Ikas, the Turkish e-commerce platform, just bagged $20M for its Series A, aiming to simplify online store management and expand further in Europe.

The deal includes 17 stores and a strong online presence, totaling $83M in sales last year. Frasers Group also eyes bankrupt Sprinter’s locations in the Netherlands.

Leroy Merlin's Polish marketplace will not just mediate but showcase offers from external companies on its site, leveraging experiences from its global network.

Suzhou's new plan will ramp up its e-commerce to $20.7B by 2026, attracting global projects and building a robust digital infrastructure.

CEO Niklas Östberg outlines Delivery Hero's strategy, focusing on grocery delivery's role in 2024 growth and the importance of affordable, quick service.

Wolt's new advertising venture, Wolt Ads, shows promising early results, enhancing partner engagement and sales. Catalina Salazar highlights the significance of tailored, non-intrusive ads.

Kaufland marketplace now extends its digital retail presence to Poland and Austria, leveraging local brand recognition and a lack of competitors in Austria.

From April 19-21, Shein's Liverpool pop-up will offer fashion, beauty, and exclusive first looks at Musera label. Catch Shein's growth from Manchester HQ to a potential London IPO.

Empik marketplace thrived in 2023, growing eight times faster than the market, crossing 11 million orders from third-party sellers. Now, it drives over a third of Empik's total online sales.

In a dynamic expansion, Wildberries and Ozon are set to increase their seller base by 50% by 2024, totaling 700,000. This significant growth is propelled by active, professional sellers on these leading Russian marketplaces.

With a hefty 10 billion yuan ($1.44B USD) in subsidies, Alibaba's AliExpress aims to boost Chinese brand presence globally, countering rivals like Temu and Shein.

OTTO's GMV hit $7.05B in 2023 with a 2% increase, despite a retail downturn. The online marketplace now hosts over 6,500 partners, expanding its EU network.

YouTube has introduced Collections and Affiliate Hub among new Shopping features to increase creator earnings and enhance shopping experiences. In 2023, over 30 billion hours were spent watching shopping videos on the platform.

SingleInterface, known for empowering brands with digital marketing and ecommerce, bagged $30M from Asia Partners and PayPal Ventures. Aiming to enhance global presence and AI offerings, it's a game-changer for multi-location businesses.

Secret Sales' strategic acquisition of Dress-for-less, a German retailer with a £85M turnover in 2023, marks a significant move in its European expansion, providing brands a new route to pan-European market control.

With a 38% slice of ecommerce pie by Jan 2024, B&Q's marketplace under Kingfisher eyes global domination, starting with France and Poland expansions. Ecommerce sales have surged to £2.3B, a testament to strategic partnerships and a diversified category spread.

With over 1,700 Lowe's stores on board, DoorDash expands its marketplace to include DIY supplies, spring cleaning essentials, and gardening tools. This partnership highlights DoorDash's venture beyond food delivery, enriching its non-restaurant store offerings.

Uber Eats, in collaboration with Waymo, introduces driverless food delivery in Phoenix's Tempe, Mesa, and Chandler. This innovative move includes local favorites like Princess Pita and Filiberto’s, enhancing customer and merchant experiences.

Uber Eats collaborates with The Vitamin Shoppe for quick health product delivery. DoorDash expands into beauty and pet food, showing digital shopping's power in the U.S.

Instacart unveils a developer platform allowing integration into apps and websites, enhancing grocery shopping from recipe discovery to delivery. Partners include New York Times Cooking and GE Appliances' smart tech.

Next partners with Myntra to open stores in Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru, building on a successful online collaboration since 2023. Myntra's CEO, Nandita Sinha, highlights a doubled demand and a perfect market fit in India.

Shein's profits hit a new high of $2 billion, doubling its earnings and selling $45 billion in goods. As it expands, facing Temu and IPO challenges, Shein's market strategy evolves beyond fashion.

AliExpress and Temu's rapid growth in Korea challenges Coupang's dominance. With aggressive marketing and strategic expansions, these platforms are not just surviving but thriving, showcasing a dynamic shift in Korea's e-commerce landscape.

Shopify's talent grab from Salesforce includes pivotal roles, signaling its serious dive into enterprise e-commerce. With new tools like Hydrogen and partnerships with Mattel, Shopify is reshaping the enterprise landscape, eyeing a tech stack revolution.