Saturday 2 May 2020

E-Commerce Minute

E-Commerce Minute
May 2, 2020
Study Reveals E-Commerce Shopping Patterns That Hint at New Normal
Consumers and companies worldwide have ramped up online ordering for software products and digital goods as they struggle to improve productivity and security while working remotely and spending more time at home. The sharp spike in online commerce aligns with the timing of the current global pandemic.
8 Things New E-Commerce Entrepreneurs Need to Know
With approximately 380 websites being created every minute, building an e-commerce shop can be a daunting task. It's easy to look at all of the success stories out there and think, "How could I possibly be that lucky?" However, the opportunity for growth in e-commerce is not slowing down. E-commerce sales are projected to grow 85% from their 2019 totals by 2022.
Google Tightens Reins on Advertisers
Google soon will require all advertisers to prove their legitimacy, regardless of the advertising content. All advertisers will have to verify their identity, submit personal IDs and business verification documents.
New Shopify App Offers Local SMBs a Bridge to E-Commerce
Shopify has unveiled an app that lets users discover local businesses, receive relevant product recommendations from their favorite brands, check out effortlessly, and track all their online orders.
E-Commerce Optimization During a Crisis and Beyond
In this uncertain and increasingly homebound era, customers are turning online for everything from groceries to cat food. E-commerce optimization is one game that companies struggling for market share in the midst of a pandemic must play.
Merchants Now Can List Products on Google Shopping for Free
Merchants will be able to sell products on Google Shopping at no charge, thanks to changes that will take effect soon. Previously, they had to pay per click, but the cost was not fixed.
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The Pandemic's Toll on Privacy Laws

Life as we knew it before the coronavirus is gone forever, and many changes will manifest in the pandemic's aftermath. How will it impact privacy laws around the globe? No one knows for sure, and we will not know until after the coronavirus is...

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Zoom's Soaring Popularity Is a Double-Edged Sword

As the coronavirus pandemic worsened in the U.S., Zoom Video Communications offered free access to its videoconferencing platform and demand skyrocketed. However, since entering the spotlight, Zoom has drawn heavy criticism for its privacy practices.

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Report: 2020 online shopping habits and retailer strategies

Episerver has surveyed over 4,000 global online shoppers about their online consumer behavior and expectations. Download the report to understand consumers’ buying behaviors and learn how retailers are delivering customer-centric digital experiences.

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