Global Scans · Shopping · Weekly Summary

• [New] TikTok Shop could boost customer loyalty by offering to match other prices. Modern Retail
• [New] Running a TikTok Shop is not about going viral anymore. Pulse Advertising
• [New] Over 60% of consumers are more likely to shop online if they know they will receive their orders quickly, highlighting the critical importance of speed in e-commerce. Drone Guides, Reviews & Industry News | DroneTechnology
• [New] TikTok Shop is already available in some markets and is expected to roll out in the U.S. soon. archyde
• [New] For TikTok Shop sellers, creating content-first strategies that seamlessly blend entertainment with commerce will remain the cornerstone of success, regardless of acquisition outcomes. Canopy Management
• [New] Visa has announced a new suite of AI-powered shopping agents and a series of new partnerships in a move it said will redefine how consumers shop and pay in the digital age. AI Business
• [New] The UK grocery sector is undergoing a major shift, and TikTok Shop plans to emerge as a key e-commerce player. Grocery Gazette - Latest Grocery Industry News
• [New] In-platform sales will dominate, with social media and immersive environments providing the full shopping experience, TikTok shop dominating. GERALDINE WHARRY
• [New] TikTok Shop offers immense potential for sellers willing to invest time and effort into content creation and platform optimization. Printify
• [New] With mobile commerce volume expected to surpass $4 trillion in 2025, more consumers than ever are turning to their phones to browse, shop, and complete purchases. SellersCommerce
• Walmart is taking a decisive leap toward the future of retail with its newly unveiled AI roadmap, a strategy that could reshape how consumers shop and how businesses operate on its platform. cedcommerce
• Mobile eCommerce is projected to reach $3.4 trillion by 2027 as more people shop on mobile devices (Forbes). Thrive Internet Marketing Agency
• As social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok expand their e-commerce tools, businesses have an opportunity to offer social media shop setup and fulfilment services. CO- by U.S. Chamber of Commerce
• The suspension of de minimis will affect Amazon Haul, a discount competitor to Temu and TikTok Shop that ships directly from China. CNN
• U.S.: 81% will shop online, but 65% lack confidence in spotting scams. techintelpro
• Magnetic forecasts that by the end of 2027, the frequency of hospital shop visits on the CFM56 will match that of core performance restoration events. Aviation Week Network
• 75% of retailers plan to accept crypto payments within the next two years, and 64% of surveyed consumers said they would be more likely to shop with a business that accepts cryptocurrency. Crypto Briefing
• Malaysian SMEs are increasingly going global through Shopee, TikTok Shop, Amazon, and other platforms. Made In Malaysia

Last updated: 18 August 2025