New Mandatory Listing Attributes for Computers and Phones
- From April 10, 2023, you must include the target_region attribute when you create a new listing for the following product types; Notebook Computer, Tablet Computer, and Celluar Phone. Including the target_region and version_for_country attributes will clarify in which region or country customers can use the product without encountering issues with language, mobile network compatibility, or keyboard layout.
ChatGPT Launches Boom in AI-written e-books on Amazon
- There were over 200 e-books in Amazon’s Kindle store as of mid-February, listing ChatGPT as an author or co-author. But due to the nature of ChatGPT and many authors’ failure to disclose they have used it, it is nearly impossible to get a full accounting of how many e-books may be written by AI. Amazon created Kindle Direct Publishing in 2007 to allow anyone to sell and market a book from their couch without the hassle or expense of seeking out literary agents or publishing houses. Generally, Amazon allows authors to publish instantly through the unit without any oversight, splitting whatever proceeds they generate. Merit plays a part in how books are recommended to other readers. If a book gets bad reviews because the writing is dull then it’s quickly going to sink to the bottom
Amazon Expands Same-Day Delivery, With Fees, While Battling Slow Growth
- Amazon intends to become a significant force in same-day deliveries. Amazon has opened 45 same-day shipping centers since 2019 and it could have as many as 150 operating within the next few years, according to MWPVL International, which tracks the retail and technology giant’s operations. Amazon offers free same-day delivery in markets where it is available on orders of $25 or more. Smaller orders come with a $2.99 charge.
Amazon and Brother Shut Down Counterfeit Ring
- Amazon and Brother have announced legal action this morning against 18 suspected members of a Germany-based counterfeit ring who attempted to deceive customers by selling fake toner cartridges marketed as genuine products. The lawsuit was filed with the Regional Court of Berlin and alleged the defendants colluded to sell fake products and evade Amazon and Brother’s systems. The legal action was driven by Amazon’s Counterfeit Crimes Unit (CCU), a global team with specialized experience in investigating and bringing legal action against bad actors to protect customers, selling partners, and brands.
Customers Were More Satisfied With Online Retailers in 2022, including online marketplaces, according to the newly released American Customer Satisfaction Index’s (ACSI®) Retail and Consumer Shipping Study. 
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