Food Safety Scandals Hit Chinas Livestreaming Ecommerce Sector

Food Safety Scandals Hit Chinas Livestreaming Ecommerce Sector

Millions-follower food influencer "Xiaobei is Hungry" lost fans due to food safety issues, exposing the chaotic food safety situation in the live streaming e-commerce industry. This article analyzes the root causes, including low entry barriers, false advertising, and lack of after-sales service. It calls for strengthened supervision, improved laws and regulations, higher entry standards, standardized promotional practices, and better after-sales service to jointly safeguard food safety. The incident highlights the urgent need for a more regulated and accountable live streaming e-commerce environment to protect consumers.

01/16/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Lasership and Ontrac Merge to Compete in Ecommerce Delivery

Lasership and Ontrac Merge to Compete in Ecommerce Delivery

The merger of LaserShip and OnTrac aims to create a national e-commerce last-mile delivery network, challenging the UPS and FedEx duopoly. This consolidation faces challenges in network integration, brand positioning, and service expansion, but also presents opportunities to disrupt the monopoly, meet e-commerce demands, and improve service quality. This merger represents a significant attempt by regional carriers to break through and potentially reshape the US last-mile delivery market landscape. It aims to provide a more competitive alternative for online retailers seeking faster and more flexible delivery options.

01/15/2026 Logistics
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Ecommerce Boom Drives Logistics Overhaul in Supply Chains

Ecommerce Boom Drives Logistics Overhaul in Supply Chains

The continuous growth of e-commerce is reshaping the logistics industry, significantly impacting transportation, warehousing, and supply chain management. An analysis by *Logistics Management* magazine reveals e-commerce's influence on intermodal transport, commercial real estate, the parcel delivery market, and warehousing equipment investment. To address challenges and seize opportunities, logistics companies must embrace technological innovation, build flexible supply chains, expand service offerings, strengthen talent development, and focus on sustainable development. These adaptations are crucial for navigating the evolving landscape of e-commerce logistics.

01/20/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Lastmile Delivery Costs Challenge Retailers Amid Demand for Speed

Lastmile Delivery Costs Challenge Retailers Amid Demand for Speed

High last-mile delivery costs drive intense logistics competition behind e-commerce's 'free shipping' promise. This article analyzes various delivery models, including 'coopetition,' e-commerce companies building their own logistics networks, and individual operators. It highlights delivery density as crucial for cost reduction and emphasizes the need for shippers to understand their service providers, ultimately responsible for 'free next-day delivery.' Understanding the nuances of these models and focusing on efficiency are key to navigating the challenges of modern e-commerce fulfillment.

01/20/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Global Operation DEMETER V Cracks Down on Illegal Environmental Trade

Global Operation DEMETER V Cracks Down on Illegal Environmental Trade

Operation DEMETER V is a global customs enforcement operation targeting the illegal cross-border movement of environmentally sensitive commodities. Initiated by the World Customs Organization, the operation focuses on the illicit trafficking of hazardous waste (particularly plastic waste) and ozone-depleting substances. Through enhanced international cooperation and information exchange, Operation DEMETER V has successfully seized significant quantities of illegal waste and ozone-depleting substances, effectively upholding the enforcement of international environmental conventions.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Naver Challenges Coupang with New Delivery Guarantee in South Korea

Naver Challenges Coupang with New Delivery Guarantee in South Korea

South Korean e-commerce giant Naver launched the "Arrival Guarantee" service, challenging Coupang's fast delivery advantage. Naver relies on its "Four-Party Logistics" system, while Coupang leverages its self-built logistics network. The two companies are engaged in fierce competition in the e-commerce market. The future landscape remains uncertain as Naver aims to compete with Coupang's dominance through guaranteed delivery times and potentially lower costs leveraging its existing logistics partnerships.

01/04/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Moldova Adopts Global Standards to Simplify Ecommerce Customs

Moldova Adopts Global Standards to Simplify Ecommerce Customs

The WCO, in collaboration with SECO, is supporting the Moldovan Customs Service to enhance its e-commerce clearance capabilities. The initiative focuses on simplifying procedures, enabling the exchange of advance information, and addressing humanitarian aid flows. This partnership aims to improve trade facilitation and modernize customs operations in Moldova, ultimately boosting its cross-border e-commerce competitiveness and efficiency. The project seeks to streamline processes and improve overall customs effectiveness.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Chatgpt Guide Boosts Ecommerce Efficiency

Chatgpt Guide Boosts Ecommerce Efficiency

This article provides a detailed guide on how to successfully register a ChatGPT account, bypassing potential restrictions. It explores the applications of ChatGPT in cross-border e-commerce, including copywriting, market research, customer service, and language translation. The article reminds users to be mindful of copyright issues when using ChatGPT-generated content. It encourages cross-border e-commerce professionals to embrace AI technology and seize future development opportunities.

01/04/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Indonesias Tiktok Shop Split Signals US Regulatory Scrutiny Ahead

Indonesias Tiktok Shop Split Signals US Regulatory Scrutiny Ahead

Indonesia is considering splitting TikTok due to concerns that social commerce's low-price competition threatens local retailers. This move has raised concerns among cross-border e-commerce sellers about market regulation in the US. Facing multiple challenges, cross-border e-commerce businesses need to prioritize compliance, expand sales channels, and improve product quality and service levels to achieve diversified development. Only then can they stand out in the fierce market competition.

12/31/2025 Logistics Industry Insights
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Crossborder Ecommerce Expands Global Market Access

Crossborder Ecommerce Expands Global Market Access

Cross-border e-commerce transcends geographical boundaries, connecting global markets with characteristics like globality, intangibility, anonymity, immediacy, paperlessness, and rapid evolution. It expands markets, reduces costs, improves efficiency, enables personalized customization, and facilitates reverse exports. However, it also faces challenges related to legal frameworks, cultural differences, and logistics. Key elements for success in cross-border e-commerce include product selection, platform choice, logistics management, effective marketing, and excellent customer service.

01/07/2026 Logistics Encyclopedia
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