The FTC plans to slap companies with hefty fines for using fake reviewsThe agency is also taking aim at phony social media metrics.By K. Holt, 06.30.2023
Instagram shuts down live shopping on March 16thMeta isn't as eager to push shopping as it once was.By J. Fingas, 02.14.2023
WhatsApp now helps you search for businessesYou won't have to switch apps to find a local shop.By J. Fingas, 11.17.2022
Amazon now lets you pay using VenmoThe option will be available to everyone in the US in the next few weeks.By J. Fingas, 10.25.2022
Amazon faces $1 billion lawsuit over claims it 'tricks' UK customers into paying moreThe company is accused of using the Buy Box to favor its own logistics network.By J. Fingas, 10.20.2022
Amazon warehouse in Albany votes against unionizationMultiple Amazon facilities have rejected labor organization efforts.By J. Fingas, 10.18.2022
PayPal's new rewards program includes Honey shopping discountsThe company bought Honey three years ago.By J. Fingas, 10.17.2022
Affirm's pay-over-time option comes to Canada through AmazonIt's the first time Affirm has made a significant move beyond the US.By J. Fingas, 09.22.2022
California sues Amazon for preventing third-party sellers offering cheaper prices elsewhereThe state's antitrust lawsuit could force Amazon to change its policies.By J. Fingas, 09.14.2022
Amazon's Rivian-made electric vans are now delivering in some US citiesYou'll see them in places like Chicago, Dallas and San Diego.By J. Fingas, 07.21.2022
Amazon sues operators of 10,000 Facebook groups over fake review schemesThe administrators allegedly coordinated paid reviews.By J. Fingas, 07.19.2022
YouTube makes it easier for creators to sell merch to fansThe Shopify team-up lets you check out without leaving a video.By J. Fingas, 07.19.2022
Instagram now lets you shop in chatYou won't have to leave your DMs to make a purchase.By J. Fingas, 07.18.2022
Amazon promises fairer seller program to avoid EU finesThe company claims it will give all sellers equal treatment.By J. Fingas, 07.14.2022
Amazon blocks listings for LGBTQ+ products in the United Arab EmiratesThe Emirati government reportedly demanded their removal under threat of penalties.By M. Moon, 06.30.2022
Amazon's AR try-ons can show how shoes look, but not how they fitThe feature can still help you shop without leaving home.By J. Fingas, 06.09.2022
Etsy introduces purchase protection measures for both buyers and sellersFollowing a controversial fee hike, it's investing $25 million in the program. By S. Dent, 06.06.2022
Amazon takes on PS5 and Xbox scalpers with a new invite systemThe goal is to help legitimate shoppers get their hands on in-demand products.By K. Holt, 06.02.2022
Amazon reportedly paid no income tax on $55 billion in European sales in 2021The company received €1 billion in tax credits as well, according to filings.By K. Holt, 04.21.2022
Etsy sellers go on strike over fee hikesThey're also angry about advertising policies and dodgy resellers.By J. Fingas, 04.11.2022