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Tariffs Changed How Buyers Shop, with Some Advice for Online Sellers
News•Jan 26, 2026

Tariffs Changed How Buyers Shop, with Some Advice for Online Sellers

Support for tariffs among American shoppers jumped to 46% this year, up from 34% a year earlier, according to Omnisend’s January 2026 survey. Nearly three‑quarters of respondents say tariffs influence their buying choices, with 57.5% deliberately seeking Made‑in‑USA products. However, only 29% find it very easy to locate American‑made items online, leading many to rely on deeper product research. The study also reveals limited willingness to absorb higher prices, with most consumers comfortable paying no more than a 10% premium for domestic origin.

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USPS Warns of Disruptions Due to Weekend Storm
News•Jan 23, 2026

USPS Warns of Disruptions Due to Weekend Storm

The United States Postal Service announced a temporary suspension of its Priority Mail Express guarantee and a nationwide halt to Live animal shipments from 00:01 EST Friday January 23 through 00:01 EST Monday January 26, 2026, citing Winter Storm Fern. The storm is projected to bring Arctic‑vortex temperatures,...

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USPS Loosens Amazon’s Grip on Its Last-Mile Delivery
News•Jan 20, 2026

USPS Loosens Amazon’s Grip on Its Last-Mile Delivery

The United States Postal Service has launched a new bidding platform that lets any shipper compete for access to more than 18,000 destination delivery units nationwide. The move challenges Amazon’s long‑standing exclusive Sunday‑delivery contract, which runs until October 1 2026, and aims...

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EBay Identifies 3 Ways AI Will Impact Ecommerce
News•Jan 18, 2026

EBay Identifies 3 Ways AI Will Impact Ecommerce

eBay executives outlined three AI-driven transformations for its marketplace: continuous verification to embed trust, AI‑powered tools that boost the sale of pre‑loved items, and accelerated product development through AI‑assisted debugging. By 2026, AI is expected to handle translation, compliance, payments,...

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Ruby Lane Blames USPS for Upcoming Errors in Shipping Prices
News•Jan 17, 2026

Ruby Lane Blames USPS for Upcoming Errors in Shipping Prices

Ruby Lane announced that, starting Jan 26, its calculated shipping rates for USPS services may become unreliable due to the postal service’s ongoing API transition. The marketplace has chosen not to adopt the new USPS API, citing rate limits and instability,...

By EcommerceBytes
USPS to Enforce Stricter Requirements on Military Mail in March
News•Jan 16, 2026

USPS to Enforce Stricter Requirements on Military Mail in March

The United States Postal Service will begin enforcing stricter customs data requirements for mail sent to or from overseas military and diplomatic post offices on March 16, 2026. Any shipment containing a good, weighing 16 ounces or more, or sent...

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Amazon Removes Safeguard for Sellers of High-Value Items
News•Jan 14, 2026

Amazon Removes Safeguard for Sellers of High-Value Items

Amazon will require all U.S. sellers to use the Amazon Prepaid Return Label (APRL) program for customer returns starting February 8, 2026, ending the previous exemption for high‑value items. The change aims to streamline refunds and cut customer‑service workload, but sellers argue...

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EBay Shares Climate Transition Plan for ‘Sustainable Commerce’
News•Jan 14, 2026

EBay Shares Climate Transition Plan for ‘Sustainable Commerce’

eBay unveiled its inaugural Climate Transition Plan, outlining a roadmap to achieve net‑zero emissions by 2045 while deepening its recommerce model. The plan highlights a shift from air to ground shipping, expanded local delivery options, and AI‑optimized logistics to cut...

By EcommerceBytes
USPS Is Already Planning July 2026 Changes
News•Jan 14, 2026

USPS Is Already Planning July 2026 Changes

The United States Postal Service has released a preview of its July 2026 pricing plan, even though the January 2026 rates have not yet taken effect. The agency is considering expanding the cubic‑tier maximum length from 18 to 22 inches for both...

By EcommerceBytes
USPS to Restrict Access to Package Tracking
News•Jan 9, 2026

USPS to Restrict Access to Package Tracking

USPS announced it will restrict access to package tracking data for commercial API users, introducing paid access and stricter authorization requirements. Consumers can still view tracking information on the USPS website, mobile app, and Informed Delivery without changes. The new...

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Amazon Hypes Ambient AI: Always on in the Background
News•Jan 9, 2026

Amazon Hypes Ambient AI: Always on in the Background

Amazon highlighted its "ambient AI" vision at CES 2026, promising products that operate invisibly until needed. The company also announced Peter DeSantis as head of a new unit covering AGI, custom chips and quantum computing, underscoring a long‑term conviction in breakthrough...

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