Every week brings a fresh wave of innovations for ecommerce merchants, and it’s like Christmas morning for business owners! With all the latest tools and technologies, it’s easier than ever to level up your game. From enhancing cross-border selling to integrating generative AI and sprucing up online advertising, there’s a treasure trove of options to explore. This installment highlights some exciting updates that promise to transform your ecommerce experience, whether you’re directly selling to consumers or diving into the B2B space. Ready to discover what’s new? Let’s jump right into the action! LEARN MOREEvery week we publish a rundown of new products from companies offering services to ecommerce merchants. This installment includes updates on cross-border selling, online advertising, generative AI, post-purchase tools, and B2B and B2C platforms.
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New Tools for Merchants
Passport acquires Brand Access for localized cross-border selling. Passport, an international ecommerce solutions provider, has acquired Brand Access, a market leader in localized cross-border selling for direct-to-consumer brands. The acquisition will help merchants unlock their global potential by integrating locally managed services such as in-country logistics and marketplace management in key regions, including Canada, the U.K., and the E.U.
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eBay to acquire Caramel for online automotive transactions. eBay has agreed to acquire Caramel, an online automotive transaction provider. According to eBay, Caramel’s platform provides a secure digital transaction experience to handle vehicle sales (including paperwork, ownership transfer, financing, and transportation) on Caramel’s site or app, through an independent dealer, or via marketplace and auction partners.
