A green group urges Hong Kong to align with national standards on excessive packaging, citing 2.7 million kg of e-commerce waste last year. A survey found 60% of respondents deem packaging excessive, with 76% frustrated by the waste.
US retail sales rose 0.9% in May, exceeding forecasts, driven by strong auto purchases and service station receipts amid higher gas prices. Despite consumer anxiety over inflation, spending remains resilient, though a slowdown is anticipated as tax refund cushions deplete.
Google lança o Protocolo Universal de Comércio (UCP) para padronizar a interação de IA com e-commerce. O UCP visa permitir que agentes de IA descubram produtos, processem pagamentos e acompanhem pedidos em qualquer loja, sem integrações individuais. Empresas que não se adaptarem correm o risco de se tornarem invisíveis.
Russia's trade turnover with ASEAN nations saw significant growth in early 2026, driven by a 40% increase in hydrocarbon exports. This surge is attributed to the situation surrounding Iran, leading ASEAN countries to seek energy resources from Russia.
A senior US State Department official, Michael DeSombre, will meet the AmCham HK delegation during their annual Washington trip. This meeting, with the highest-ranking official in years, suggests a potential warming of US-Hong Kong relations following President Trump's recent meeting with President Xi Jinping.
Donald Trump réaffirme son intérêt pour la guerre en Ukraine, proposant de rétablir les sanctions contre le pétrole russe. Ce soutien serait lié à une aide européenne pour déminer le détroit d'Ormuz, une proposition qui suscite des réactions mitigées.
Russia's Economic Development Minister Maxim Reshetnikov stated that the current geopolitical situation has allowed Russia to create the world's most technologically advanced and secure cybersecurity system. He also highlighted the growth of e-commerce and Russian businesses' readiness to enter ASEAN markets.
The US has reportedly delayed adding Chinese AI startup DeepSeek to a trade blacklist, despite approval last year. DeepSeek's low-cost AI model and alleged support for military operations raised concerns among US officials and AI companies.
Grupo criminoso liderado por jovens movimentou R$ 45 milhões em 5 anos com golpes bancários. Dez pessoas foram presas em Minas Gerais, Rio de Janeiro e Paraná. Esquema envolvia compra de dados, sequestro de linha telefônica e lavagem de dinheiro.
L'Italia rischia di anticipare una tassa sui mini pacchi extra-UE, creando un "3+2" euro che penalizza l'e-commerce. L'UE introdurrà una tassa simile a luglio, ma l'anticipo italiano potrebbe spostare traffico verso altri paesi.
The US government has instructed AI company Anthropic to ban foreign nationals from accessing its Fable 5 and Mythos 5 AI models, citing national security concerns and an unacceptable risk of diversion for military-intelligence purposes. A license is now required for any export, reexport, or transfer of these models.
Le ministère américain du Commerce a ordonné à la start-up d'IA Anthropic de suspendre ses modèles Mythos 5 et Fable 5 pour des raisons de «sécurité nationale». Cette décision a suscité un tollé aux États-Unis, soulevant des questions sur la déstabilisation des avancées américaines dans le domaine de l'IA.
Renault et Thales ont présenté «4 TROOP», un véhicule tactique conçu pour les forces terrestres. Il intègre une technologie avancée pour traiter des données, coordonner drones et robots, et faciliter les opérations sur le terrain.
La Societe des Grands Magasins (SGM), owner of BHV Marais in Paris, announced Tuesday the end of its cooperation with Shein. French media reports suggest the Shein store may close by Christmas, following a "strategic error" admission by SGM's outgoing CEO.
La Societe des Grands Magasins (SGM), owner of BHV Marais in Paris, announced it will end its partnership with Shein. The Chinese e-commerce giant's first physical store, located within BHV Marais, may close by Christmas following a "strategic error" admission by SGM's outgoing CEO.
La région Île-de-France lance la 13e édition de sa campagne "Do you speak touriste?" pour améliorer l'accueil des 50 millions de visiteurs annuels, fournissant aux entreprises des données sur les touristes et abordant les perceptions post-JO 2024.
La Société des grands magasins (SGM) cède le BHV Marais à son équipe dirigeante, qui met fin au partenariat avec Shein, jugé "erreur stratégique". Le grand magasin se recentre sur son cœur de métier historique.
La Société des grands magasins (SGM) cède le BHV Marais à son équipe dirigeante, qui met fin au partenariat avec Shein, jugé "erreur stratégique". Le magasin se recentre sur son cœur de métier "la maison".
Zepto, a leading quick-commerce platform in India, has filed draft papers for an IPO, seeking to raise funds for expansion and offering investors a detailed look into its business model. The company aims to address the ongoing debate about the sector's profitability.
Software company 8x8 has saved an estimated $5 million annually by using Anthropic's Claude AI, replacing numerous software subscriptions. While other tech firms grapple with rising AI costs, 8x8 finds its AI spending "well below" its savings, pleasing its CFO.
Des parents, notamment aux États-Unis, utilisent massivement l'IA pour gérer la parentalité, créant un nouveau marché. Cette tendance, centrée sur les mères, soulève des questions sur la délégation de la charge mentale et la fiabilité des conseils de l'IA.
A Contribuição sobre Bens e Serviços (CBS) substituirá o antigo imposto de importação de 20% para encomendas internacionais de baixo valor. A alíquota da CBS, que será fixada em dezembro, está sendo calculada pela Receita Federal e TCU, com estimativas apontando para 9,43% em 2027. A nova tributação visa manter a carga tributária atual sobre o consumo, aplicando as mesmas alíquotas para produtos nacionais e importados, sem o limite de US$ 50.
Cybersecurity experts and tech CEOs are protesting the Trump administration's restrictions on Anthropic's advanced AI models, Fable 5 and Mythos 5. They argue the move disarms defenders against malicious hackers and hinders efforts to protect digital infrastructure, while not uniquely addressing AI risks.
India's trade map has been altered by the West Asia conflict. Oman rose to 10th from 30th in imports, driven by energy, while UAE slipped. Singapore overtook China as India's 3rd largest export destination.
