Manoj Makwana
Slow Sites Kill Sales: Why Speed Matters for Online Stores
Slow website loading times cost e-commerce stores millions in lost sales. One-second delays reduce conversions by 7%, while 53% of mobile users abandon slow sites. New optimization solutions are emerging to help brands improve performance and retain customers.
Second-Hand Shopping Market Will Hit $100B by 2026
America's second-hand market is booming, projected to hit $100 billion by 2026. Platforms like Poshmark and ThredUp lead growth as consumers seek affordable, sustainable fashion alternatives. Gen Z drives demand, with 40% buying used clothes online, making resale shopping mainstream.
Atlassian Makes $610M Bet on AI-Powered Browser Tech
Atlassian acquires The Browser Company for $610M, integrating AI-powered browsers like Arc into its productivity tools. The deal, set to close by December 2025, targets the growing $4.5B AI browser market, projected to reach $76.8B by 2034, enhancing workflows for Atlassian’s 300,000+ US customers.
CityMall Gets $47M Boost from Accel for Grocery Expansion
Indian e-commerce startup CityMall secured $47 million Series D funding led by Accel after a three-year gap. The Gurugram-based company focuses on budget-friendly grocery delivery in tier 2 and 3 cities, maintaining a $320 million valuation while targeting value-conscious customers in India's smaller markets.
Singapore Takes Action: Meta Faces $775K Fine Over Scams
Singapore has ordered Meta to implement anti-scam measures on Facebook or face a $775,698 fine under its new Online Criminal Harms Act. The directive targets fake government official accounts after $98.1 million in losses from impersonation scams in 2025's first half.
MDI Partners with Instacart to Help Independent Grocery Stores
MDI and Instacart have partnered to provide e-commerce solutions for independent grocery stores in the US. The collaboration offers digital storefronts, delivery services, and data analytics to help small grocers compete with major chains in the growing online marketplace.
Chicago Firms Join Forces in Major E-commerce Deal
Chicago e-commerce platforms are merging to create stronger companies worth billions. These deals help businesses compete better, create jobs, and take advantage of Chicago's central location for shipping nationwide.
Amazon Prime Free Shipping: What You Need to Know in 2025
Amazon Prime offers free shipping on 100+ million items for $139 yearly. Members get 1-2 day delivery, make 74% more purchases than regular customers, and access streaming benefits. 80% of US households have Prime membership.
Shopify Fulfillment 2.0 Speeds Up Online Shopping Delivery
Shopify's Fulfillment 2.0 system revolutionizes US ecommerce by reducing delivery times from 5-7 days to 2-3 days through smart warehouse routing, real-time inventory tracking, and optimized shipping networks, helping small businesses compete with retail giants.
CityMall Secures $47M to Expand in Small Towns
CityMall secured $47 million in Series D funding from Accel and existing investors to expand budget grocery delivery in India's smaller cities. The startup maintains a $320 million valuation while serving underserved tier 2-3 markets through community-based reseller networks, achieving breakeven status.
