Marketplaces

EU low-value parcel imports drop up to 50% following July 1 tariff crackdown

The French Minister of the Economy has provided figures on the impact of the new levy for low-value shipments coming into effect.

Rafael Sotelo - September 1, 2026

Shopify’s results show that AI is already a driver of eCommerce growth

In a quarter marked by record results, the company emphasizes the role that AI and Shopify Payments have played in its financial performance.

Rafael Sotelo - August 7, 2026

Zalando launches B2B suite to generate AI product photos and videos

Zalando states that Scayle Studios can reduce the costs of content creation for fashion campaigns by approximately 90 percent.

Rafael Sotelo - August 4, 2026
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Shein opens its black box: this is how the ultra-low-cost fashion giant works

Shein has finally revealed its major figures ahead of its initial public offering: a company with 273 million customers and more than $41.8 billion in revenue.
Rafael Sotelo - July 29, 2026

Amazon is using generative AI to redesign visual search… and it feels a bit bizarre

Product image generation with AI, product collages, and Amazon Lens: the marketplace relies on AI to enhance search functionality.
Rafael Sotelo - July 3, 2026

DHL, FedEx, and UPS urge EU to delay new tariff measures on low-value packages

The logistic giants have agreed to implement the €3 fee on July 1, but they are urging a postponement of the more complex data requirements.
María Bastero - May 27, 2026

Temu is already the second most visited eCommerce website in the world, surpassed only by Amazon

Amazon.com, Temu.com, and Aliexpress.com occupy the podium among the world's most visited eCommerce websites at present.
Rafael Sotelo - May 18, 2026

Amazon merges Rufus and Alexa to create a new AI-powered shopping experience

Amazon has presented Alexa for Shopping as the world's best and most personalized AI assistant for shopping.
Rafael Sotelo - May 14, 2026

Cheap Imports Hit Twice: New Customs Fee Joins $3 Duty Under Reform

Double toll for low-cost imports? Discover how the new EU customs handling fee works, its implementation in 2026, and what it means for your eCommerce.
Rafael Sotelo - March 30, 2026

EU approves the €3 fee on low-value shipments: when and how it will come into effect

The €3 won't be applied to each package, but rather to each product category that is included in that package with a total value of less than €150.
Rafael Sotelo - February 12, 2026
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How to buy on Hacoo (Saramart) safely and why is so popular

This shopping app is known by their (very) low prices. I has managed to be among the top 10 most downloaded apps in several countries.
Carolina Muñiz - January 29, 2026

Amazon confirms the dismissal of 16,000 employees globally

Amazon's layoffs are being presented with a clear objective: to reduce bureaucracy and simplify the internal hierarchy.
Rafael Sotelo - January 28, 2026
Más información sobre Marketplaces

A marketplace is a digital platform that connects multiple sellers with numerous buyers within the same virtual space, facilitating the purchase and sale of products or services without requiring sellers to operate their own online store.

Unlike a traditional eCommerce site, marketplaces offer users a broader selection of grouped items, allowing for quick and easy comparison of prices, shipping conditions, payment methods, and customer reviews. This model has become one of the most significant trends in the field of electronic commerce, as it provides businesses with immediate visibility and simplifies the purchasing process for consumers.

In this section, you will find key information to help you make the most of these platforms, such as the criteria to consider when selecting the most suitable option, commission structures, permitted product types, the user profile each platform targets, and how to sell by adapting your offering to different regulations and cultural preferences.

You will also find practical advice on SEO positioning and persuasive techniques to improve your sales on Amazon, the world’s leading sales platform.

Additionally, you will be able to compare the advantages and disadvantages of major platforms such as Amazon, eBay, AliExpress, Etsy, Hacoo (Saramart) and even second-hand item trading apps.

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