Amazon responds to big seller ban, eBay allows regulators to remove dangerous goods

eBay will allow regulators to remove dangerous items from its platform

Recently, eBay announced that it will allow regulators to remove dangerous goods from the platform without consulting them, which will include the UK product safety department and the Internet regulator Ofcom. eBay pointed out that only selected and trusted regulators have this right, and these agencies will be able to remove any dangerous goods from eBay.

Amazon responds to banning big sellers

On May 11, Amazon made an official statement in response to the controversy over the cancellation of Mpow, a brand under Paton, a major Amazon seller, and the closure of its account, as well as the closure of many major sellers. Amazon said it would take action against non-compliant behaviors that affect customers and sellers to protect the legitimate rights and interests of customers and sellers.

eBay France, Italy and Spain will ban the sale of e-cigarettes and accessories

According to an official announcement from eBay, starting from June 3, 2021, eBay France, Italy and Spain will ban the sale of e-cigarettes, e-liquids, spare parts or accessories, and sellers will not be able to create listings in this category. In addition, all current listings in this category will be permanently deleted before June 10, 2021.

Amazon US: Sellers are advised to allow more time to ship Prime Day inventory

Recently, Amazon US announced that in view of the continued impact of the new coronavirus epidemic on shipping time and customs clearance at the borders of many countries, Amazon recommends that sellers set aside more time to ship Prime Day inventory items so as to benefit from the Prime Day event. Amazon said that sellers should deliver their FBA goods to the logistics centers of Amazon's various sites before the deadline.

Saudi B2B e-commerce platform Sary receives $30.5 million in funding

On May 11, Saudi B2B e-commerce platform Sary recently received $30.5 million in financing. Investors in this round of financing include venture capitalists VentureSouq, Raed Ventures, Derayah Venture Capital and MSA Capital, which are supported by the Saudi Public Investment Fund. It is reported that Sary will use the newly raised funds to expand its business scope and product and service range. The company also plans to integrate third-party financial services into Sary to provide credit services to buyers.

eBay launches centralized interface for handling post-sale issues

Today, eBay announced that in the 2021 Spring Seller Update, the platform launched a more centralized after-sales problem handling interface, a more efficient non-payment processing process, and a more user-friendly partial refund function. Starting at the end of April 2021, sellers can view and manage all returns, "item not received" requests, transaction cancellations, payment disputes, and eBay refund protection appeals from the Seller Center or My eBay, without having to go to the Dispute Resolution Center.

Indian food delivery platform Zomato may invest $100 million in grocery e-commerce company Grofers

On May 11, the Economic Times reported that Indian food delivery giant Zomato may invest $100 million in local department store e-commerce Grofers. Relevant sources revealed that this investment is likely to become part of Grofers' next round of financing, and this round of financing is also likely to make Grofers' valuation exceed $1 billion and become the next unicorn in India's technology venture capital field.

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