E-commerce

China’s ‘Lipstick King’ confronts slower growth, AI disruption in live-stream shopping

Livestreamer Li Jiaqi (in black top) is famed for selling billions of dollars worth of beauty products to more than 100 million followers.

AI shopping bots raise scam, fraud and data-privacy risks, banks warn

FILE PHOTO: An AI (Artificial Intelligence) sign is seen at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) in Shanghai, China July 6, 2023. REUTERS/Aly Song/File Photo

Shein’s value down $6.3b, among HK’s worst post-IPO weeks

Shein came to the public market as its once-rapid expansion was losing momentum.

From 9.9 to 11.11: How double-digit sales are changing the way Singaporeans book trips

More Singaporean travellers are holding out for double-digit sales to book larger packages of transport, accommodation and activities for better savings.

Best 9.9 travel deals: 50% off Japan and South Korea flights, $39 JB hotel stays and more

Booking platforms have launched 9.9 travel sales, with many offering vouchers and one-for-one deals.

China urges France to ‘halt’ fast-fashion law, warns of countermeasures

Fast-fashion giant Shein is known for its ultra-low prices and rapidly produced clothes.

RedMart Now expands express delivery service to Punggol, Sengkang, Yishun and Woodlands

Senior vice-president and head of RedMart Martin Daney (left) and chief logistics officer for RedMart and Lazada Singapore Venkat Shankar at Lazada One.

Malaysia to regulate e-commerce platforms following complaints

Malaysia’s Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said the country is considering immediate steps to regulate e-commerce platforms, including a registration mechanism, after complaints by users and some merchants.

Fire destroys drone-hit Wildberries warehouse in Russia's Tambov region, governor says

Smoke rises from a logistics hub of Russian e-commerce giant Wildberries, following a drone attack, according to officials, in Kotovsk, Tambov Region, Russia August 26, 2026, in this screen grab obtained from a social media video. Social Media/via REUTERS

Jack Ma joins top executives in buying Alibaba stock: Report

Alibaba intends to outspend and outrun Chinese rivals in the chase to define the frontier of AI development.

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