ecommerce

eCommerce (also known as electronic commerce) is a process of buying and selling of products or services, making money transfers, and transferring data over an electronic medium (Internet). This network allows people to do business with no barrier of distance and time.

Pinterest Launches Shoppable Streaming Series as Social Apps Monetize Content
Pinterest Launches Shoppable Streaming Series as Social Apps Monetize Content
February 23, 2024  |  eCommerce

As social media companies look for new ways to leverage contextual commerce to drive revenue, Pinterest is launching its first shoppable streaming series.  The company...

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Walmart’s Health Sales Rise, but Amazon Closes In
Walmart’s Health Sales Rise, but Amazon Closes In
February 23, 2024  |  Retail

As Walmart and Amazon compete for consumers’ health and personal care spending, Walmart is seeing growth — but maybe not enough to hold its lead...

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Nearly 60% of Firms Say Failed Payments Are Expensive to Track and Resolve
Nearly 60% of Firms Say Failed Payments Are Expensive to Track and Resolve
February 23, 2024  |  Digital Payments

False declines, which cause friction in the payment process, have a detrimental effect on transaction success rates and discourage customers from returning.  According to findings...

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Mercado Libre Leverages AI to Boost Sales by Improving User Experience
Mercado Libre Leverages AI to Boost Sales by Improving User Experience
February 22, 2024  |  Earnings

As consumers seek out simple, intuitive online shopping experiences, Mercado Libre is seeing its artificial intelligence (AI) efforts to improve the user journey pay off.  The...

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Airbnb Adds Tools to Promote Tourism, Enforce Short-Term Rental Laws
Airbnb Adds Tools to Promote Tourism, Enforce Short-Term Rental Laws
February 22, 2024  |  Travel Payments

Airbnb has expanded its City Portal to more than 430 jurisdictions worldwide over the past three years. Launched in 2020, the City Portal provides local...

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Nivoda Wants to Be the ‘Amazon’ of the Global Jewelry Market
Nivoda Wants to Be the ‘Amazon’ of the Global Jewelry Market
February 22, 2024  |  B2B Payments

In a market as highly fragmented as the global jewelry industry, sourcing precious stones can be an extremely difficult undertaking for retail buyers. Jewelers typically...

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Wayfair Mulls Rewards Program as eCommerce Marketplaces Rethink Loyalty
Wayfair Mulls Rewards Program as eCommerce Marketplaces Rethink Loyalty
February 22, 2024  |  Loyalty & Rewards

As eCommerce marketplaces look to gain back share from industry giants, Wayfair joins those looking to in-house rewards programs to make its offerings more relevant...

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Etsy Counts on Consumers’ Gifting Splurges Amid Overall Belt-Tightening
Etsy Counts on Consumers’ Gifting Splurges Amid Overall Belt-Tightening
February 21, 2024  |  eCommerce

Consumers’ hesitancy to buy themselves nice things amid ongoing economic challenges is taking a hit on Etsy. Now, the eCommerce marketplace is turning its focus...

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eCommerce Giants Make Headway Crafting Services Across Merchant Marketplaces
eCommerce Giants Make Headway Crafting Services Across Merchant Marketplaces
February 21, 2024  |  eCommerce

For eCommerce giants — Walmart, Amazon and Shopify are among the most visible examples — the continued surge in online shopping has given momentum to...

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