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Helium 10 Buzz 1/16/25: TikTok Shop Backup Plans? | Temu Advertising | Amazon Cancels Programs

Jan 16, 2025

Sellers on TikTok Shop brace for potential bans and eye alternatives like Shein. Temu transforms its advertising approach with a new paid model. Amazon revamps its sharp product handling guidelines, necessitating reinforced packaging. The popular 'try before you buy' service gets the axe, shaking up shopping options. Sellers gain insights from Amazon's updated listing features, while a new tool enhances keyword research, helping to boost product visibility and sales.

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Intro

00:00 • 6min

Amazon's New Guidelines for Sharp Product Handling

05:58 • 2min

Important Updates for Amazon Sellers: Packaging Requirements, Program Discontinuations, and Sustainability

08:21 • 4min

Evolution of Amazon's Product Listing Features and Marketplace Innovations

12:34 • 2min

Unlocking Advanced Keyword Research Strategies

14:34 • 14min

TikTok Shop sellers are looking at backup plans in case it's banned. Temu is now going to start charging for advertising. Amazon discontinues two programs. These buzzing stories and more on today's episode!

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We’re back with another episode of the Weekly Buzz with Helium 10’s VP of Education and Strategy, Bradley Sutton. Every week, we cover the latest breaking news in the Amazon, Walmart, and E-commerce space, talk about Helium 10’s newest features, and provide a training tip for the week for serious sellers of any level.

Tech war: China’s TikTok sellers eye Amazon and Shein as US ban looms
https://www.scmp.com/tech/tech-war/article/3294719/tech-war-chinas-tiktok-sellers-eye-amazon-and-shein-us-ban-looms

Temu Trials Amazon-Killer Search Ad Business
https://www.tipranks.com/news/temu-nasdaqpdd-trials-amazon-killer-search-ad-business

Updates to packaging requirements for sharp products
https://sellercentral.amazon.com/seller-news/articles/QVRWUERLSUtYMERFUiNHM0EzVzhSV0ZGQ1VQSzla

Amazon to shut down ‘Try Before You Buy’ rival to Stitch Fix
https://www.cnbc.com/2025/01/10/amazon-to-shut-down-stitch-fix-competitor-prime-try-before-you-buy.html

Boost sales of more sustainable products with Climate Pledge Friendly
https://sellercentral.amazon.com/seller-news/articles/QVRWUERLSUtYMERFUiNHTERTQUJEUktKQ0NTOVFB

Amazon’s 360-degree image experience to be discontinued
https://sellercentral.amazon.com/seller-news/articles/QVRWUERLSUtYMERFUiNHQkVLSzJKWTZRTEtGU1hD

Amazon Autos launches online sales
https://www.automotivedive.com/news/customers-can-add-vehicles-hyundai-shopping-cart-amazon-autos/736716/

In the final segment, we shift our focus to cutting-edge tools and events that empower sellers. Discover how Helium 10's newest feature enhances keyword research, helping sellers identify high-converting keywords and uncover lucrative market gaps. We share strategic insights for manufacturers, like those in the bamboo niche, to capitalize on market opportunities. Don't miss the details about our upcoming Helium 10 Elite workshop and AMZ Hacking Live Event in Berlin, where industry luminaries like Kevin King will provide indispensable insights into the e-commerce world. Prepare to elevate your e-commerce game with the knowledge and strategies shared in this episode.

In this episode of the Weekly Buzz by Helium 10, Bradley covers:

01:01 - TikTok Shop Alternatives?
03:42 - Temu Ads
05:57 - Amazon Sharp Products
09:58 - Try Before You Buy Gone
10:54 - Climate Pledge Friendly
12:11 - 360 Images Gone
13:27 - Amazon Cars
14:25 - Helium 10 New Feature Alerts
22:58 - Strategy of the Week
27:36 - Germany Events for Sellers