Amazon Accelerate 2025 brought major seller updates: global Supply Chain expansion, new AI tools for faster launches, an upgraded Seller Assistant, and direct AMC access for smarter advertising.
Amazon’s weekly roundup: supply-focused AI vs. Shopify’s demand-driven AI, 2D barcode adoption before GS1 Sunrise 2027, tariffs reshape holiday pricing, Virtual Bundles gain traction, plus updates to FBA, MCF, and Outlet.
Amazon news this week: Lens Live visual search, $1M single-SKU sellers, rising IP complaints, stricter UK FBM delivery rules, Canada re-verification, and tariff refund opportunities.
Amazon rolls out Manufacturing Central, enforces AI-driven messaging rules, launches AHA to protect accounts, and adds Rufus price alerts. Also: variation clean-up, 30-day launch roadmap, and Prime Big Deal Days.
Amazon tightens listing rules, Wise opens access in Ukraine, U.S. e-commerce hits 16.3%, TikTok becomes a sales channel, and variation themes face removal in September