Cross-border intelligence, on the wire.

Amazon and Mercado Libre have been criticized for practices that restrict seller mobility in Mexico, potentially hindering competition and market access for online merchants.

The Trump administration announced a program to pre-screen import containers and streamline supply chain connections, aiming to speed up the process and save money.

Mexico remained the top US trading partner in April, extending its lead over Canada amid tariffs and uncertainty over the USMCA's future. This comes as former President Trump raised doubts about renewing the trade agreement.

A trailer full of fireworks caught fire and detonated on I-75 near Chattanooga on June 6, with the driver lacking a hazmat endorsement, placards, and shipping papers. The incident highlights safety concerns in the transportation of fireworks for the Fourth of July.

Federal safety regulations focus on the truck rather than the driver, allowing some screening requirements to be bypassed based on weight, seating, or license class. Inspection data reveals insights into who typically drives delivery trucks, highlighting a gap in driver oversight.

The Jones Act, which protects U.S.-flag shipping, has been temporarily suspended. A conservative political action network backed by billionaire Charles Koch is now advocating for the law's permanent repeal.

The Transportation Intermediaries Association is requesting that the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration provide clearer guidance on defining safe carriers following the Montgomery ruling.

Online merchants are encouraged by a new Trump administration effort to crack down on customs fraud after a surge in tariff evasion schemes rattled sellers over the past year.

The LCD Colour Drawing Writing tablet for children is recalled because it fails to meet mandatory safety standards for products containing button/coin batteries. Children risk choking, severe internal burns, or death if they swallow or insert these batteries. Consumers should stop using the tablet, keep it away from children, and contact Happy Gumnut for a full refund.

Starting June 19, 2026, EU Directive 2023/2673 will require all online ecommerce platforms to provide an electronic 'Withdrawal from Contract' button for distance contracts. This aims to simplify consumer rights exercise. eBay is among the platforms preparing for compliance.

The National Competition Commission has requested that Shopee suspend its new fee policies for sellers, according to a report from moit.gov.vn.

Leading Democratic senators have called for the U.S. to reinstate a tax on Chinese ships after President Trump and Chinese President Xi agreed to a mutual postponement through November.

Enforcement agencies across North America have seized millions of dollars worth of counterfeit goods and drugs at various ports. The seizures included counterfeit jewelry, illegal medicines, and narcotics. The operations were conducted by authorities targeting illicit trade.

A growing number of False Claims Act cases are exposing schemes designed to evade duties on imports, with whistleblowers increasingly targeting tariff evasion. This surge in customs fraud cases highlights efforts to combat illegal practices in international trade.

Samsara has settled a trade secret dispute with a former employee who left to join competitor Motive. The settlement resolves the legal conflict between the IoT company and its ex-employee.

Mexico has imposed a tariff on Chinese imports, causing disruption in cross-border e-commerce. The move is expected to impact trade flows and increase costs for businesses relying on Chinese goods entering Mexico.