AI Psychic Business Model: Global Emotional Marketing & Digital Spirituality Trends In 2013, the TV show Love Apartment 4 joked about a character selling "emotional validation" with lines like "Angels are with you." A decade later, this fictional scam has become a real-world global business—all thanks to AI. Source: Love Apartment 4 The Rise of Psychic Samira: A Virtual Spiritual Guru Somewhere in Southeast Asia or China, an entrepreneur created Psychic Samira, a Shopify-based online store offering "psychic readings" through a virtual persona. In her ads, a AI-generated figure with pink hair sits against a purple backdrop, whispering: "I know you’re in a tough relationship... but he still loves you." Source: GoodsFox Curious about the full picture? View detailed site data on GoodsFox. Go […]

2025.5.22  GoodsFox Daily E-commerce News: Global Subscription Models Surge, Bringing Challenges and Opportunities Global Subscription Models Surge, Bringing Challenges and Opportunities China’s Ministry of Commerce: China-ASEAN FTA 3.0 to Create Inclusive, Modern Trade Agreement EU Plans Uniform Fees for Online-Ordered Small Parcels Tmall 618: Nearly 1 Million Merchants Join Overseas Pavilion Shopify Upgrades Inventory Transfer Feature 1. Global Subscription Models Surge, Bringing Challenges and Opportunities RetailX’s SubscriptionX 2025 report notes simplified consumer habits are fueling the global rise of subscriptions. In streaming, Asia-Pacific, led by India (Netflix’s second-largest market for new users in 2024), will drive growth over five years. In Europe, multi-subscriptions are standard, with consumers spending €696 annually on apps and services, averaging 3.2 subscriptions. By 2026, 86 […]

2025.5.21  GoodsFox Daily E-commerce News: Handmade Doll Ecom Website Defies Odds! How Niche Categories Create Cross-Border Blockbusters Handmade Doll Ecom Website Defies Odds! Amazon, Mercado Libre Face Shutdown Risk in Brazil U.S. to Apply Lower Tariffs on Chinese Non-Strategic Goods Thailand Proposes Law to Curb Shopee, Lazada, Boost Local E-commerce Shopee Philippines Announces Commission and Shipping Fee Adjustments for Cross-Border Direct Mail Stores 1. Handmade Doll Ecom Website Defies Odds! GoodsFox data highlights Cozy Crochet Dolls in Hanoi, Vietnam, transforming generational crochet craftsmanship into a thriving e-commerce venture. Specializing in custom crochet dolls, baby comforters, and floral decor, its unique service turns customer photos into bespoke dolls—perfect for pet memorials or gifting loved ones—infused with emotional value. The independent station […]

2025.5.20  GoodsFox Daily E-commerce News: 618 Fever Goes Global, Taobao Tops App Charts in Multiple Countries Asmodee’s Independent Station Surges, Gains Over 140 Million Impressions in 12 Days Shopee Philippines Announces Commission and Shipping Fee Adjustments for Cross-Border Direct Mail Stores Japan Customs Tightens Rules: Undeclared E-commerce Platforms or Destinations Risk Seizure Taobao Ranks Top Two on App Download Charts in Multiple Countries Yiwu’s Christmas Export Season Starts Early 1. Asmodee’s Independent Station Surges, Gains Over 140 Million Impressions in 12 Days GoodsFox data reveals that tabletop gaming brand Asmodee’s independent station amassed over 140 million impressions in just 12 days, with global traffic ranking climbing to 12,104. Its campaign promotes a “Marvel Comics subscription service,” touting “Deadpool, Wolverine, and […]

2025.5.19  GoodsFox Daily E-commerce News: Nail Sticker Trend Surges! Maniko’s Ecommerce Website Ignites Europe Nail Sticker Trend Surges! Maniko’s Ecommerce Website Ignites Europe Japan Considers Consumption Tax on Low-Price Imported Goods Philippines to Launch Mandatory “Trust Mark” to Curb E-commerce Fraud Amazon Introduces “Shoppable Collages” Feature, Creators Generate Content in 3 Steps EU Claims TikTok May Violate Digital Services Act Ad Rules, TikTok Responds 1. Nail Sticker Trend Surges! Maniko’s Ecommerce Website Ignites Europe DTC brand Maniko is revolutionizing Europe’s beauty market with innovative nail stickers, per GoodsFox data. In the past 30 days, Maniko’s ad creatives soared to 1,642, up 3,631.82% month-over-month, targeting Germany, Switzerland, Austria, France, and Poland. Its bestselling nail sticker starter kit—paint-free, non-peeling, lasting 14 days […]

2025.5.15  GoodsFox Daily E-commerce News: Reuters: U.S. to Lower Tariffs on Chinese Small Parcels Below 30% Reuters: U.S. to Lower Tariffs on Chinese Small Parcels Below 30% 90-Day “Rush Shipping Surge”? U.S. Route Capacity Tightens Again Morgan Stanley: Retailers Say Q1 Stockpiling Mitigated Tariff Impact TikTok Launches New Ad Objective to Boost Consideration-Stage Conversions Mexico Attracts Beauty Brand Investment Amid Transport Advantages and Policy Challenges 1. Reuters: U.S. to Lower Tariffs on Chinese Small Parcels Below 30% Reuters reported on May 14, citing White House orders and experts, that the U.S. will further ease its tariff war, reducing the “minimum” tariff on Chinese small parcels to below 30%. On May 12, President Trump revised Executive Order 14256, Section 2(c)(i), and […]

2025.5.14  GoodsFox Daily E-commerce News: U.S. Slashes Cross-Border Small Parcel Tariffs from 120% to 54% 200-Year-Old Publishing Giant Conquers Global Markets with Brand Power U.S. Slashes Cross-Border Small Parcel Tariffs from 120% to 54% France Plans Surcharge on Chinese Small Parcels Starting Next Year U.S. Lowers Tariffs on Chinese Lithium Batteries, Boosting Export Optimism Shopify’s Tax-Inclusive Pricing Now Available to All Merchants 1. 200-Year-Old Publishing Giant Conquers Global Markets with Brand Power Global publishing titan HarperCollins, one of the Big Five, is driving a surge with its direct e-commerce model, inspiring independent station sellers. With 200 years of history, it sells over 200,000 book titles—fiction, non-fiction, and children’s—via its own website, reaching global readers. The site integrates seamless shopping, exclusive […]

May 6, 2025  Introduction The era of duty-free low-value imports into the US is officially over.Effective May 2, 2025, the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) began enforcing Executive Order 14256 and its amendments, eliminating the "de minimis" exemption for goods from mainland China and Hong Kong. This means:   No more $800 duty-free threshold: All shipments, regardless of value, must now clear customs under formal entry types (e.g., 01 or 11) and pay full duties/taxes. Increased fees: Specific duties per shipment will rise from $100 to $200 starting June 1, 2025.   As global sellers scramble to adapt, this article explores practical—and sometimes risky—strategies emerging in the industry. (Note: Content generated with AI assistance; always consult legal experts for […]

2025.4.28  GoodsFox Daily E-commerce News: Insta360 X5 Ignites Panic Buying in New York: Chinese Tech Dominates Global Market Insta360 X5 Ignites Panic Buying in New York: Chinese Tech Dominates Global Market YiwuGo App Surges 200% in Downloads: Outdoor Gear and Fitness Products Drive Cross-Border Boom Trump Vows to Maintain Tariffs Unless China Concedes: U.S.-China Trade Talks Stall Shopee to Charge 4.5% Fee on SPayLater Orders Pop Mart’s LABUBU Collection Propels App to #1 in U.S. App Store 1. Insta360 X5 Ignites Panic Buying in New York: Chinese Tech Dominates Global Market Chinese brand Insta360’s latest 360-degree camera X5 has triggered unprecedented demand in the U.S.. New Yorkers lining up for blocks at midnight to secure the device. The product’s revolutionary […]

Alibaba & MAGA: Global Sellers Strategies Beyond Tariffs Introduction Love him or hate him, US President Donald Trump has inadvertently become a "brand ambassador" for Chinese commerce. His aggressive tariff policies haven’t curbed imports—instead, they’ve spotlighted China’s unbeatable value proposition. As American consumers realize their everyday goods—clothing, electronics, even luxury accessories—are overwhelmingly "Made in China" and astonishingly affordable, a wave of curiosity has swept across the Atlantic. Platforms like DHgate and Taobao now dominate the US App Store charts, with foreigners scrambling to learn "How to shop on Taobao" in overnight tutorials. The irony? Trump’s "MAGA" (Make America Great Again) might as well stand for "Make Alibaba Great Again". Source: apps.apple.com Amid this frenzy, global sellers face critical questions: Can exporters pivot successfully […]