Value Added Resource Week In Review 4-5-26

Welcome to the Value Added Resource ecommerce news week in review!

eBay News

eBay’s Finances Copilot AI rolls out to sellers, but early testing reveals limitations answering complex financial and ad fee questions.

eBay’s New “Finances Copilot” AI Shows Promise But Stumbles on Real Seller Questions

eBay’s Finances Copilot AI rolls out to sellers, but early testing reveals limitations answering complex financial and ad fee questions.

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Goldin Auctions is looking for a new eBay Live livestream shopping host, giving hobby enthusiasts a shot at landing their dream job with Lights, Camera, Bid campaign.

Goldin Searches For New eBay Live Host With “Lights, Camera, Bid” Contest

Goldin Auctions is looking for a new eBay Live host, giving hobby enthusiasts a shot at landing dream job with “Lights, Camera, Bid” contest.

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eBay's new monthly webinar series continues with Store Enhancements and AI - what sellers need to know.

eBay Seller Webinar March 2026: Store Enhancements & AI

eBay’s new monthly webinar series continues with Store Enhancements and AI - what sellers need to know.

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April 2026 Seller News introduces Promoted Listings Priority video ads, seller resolution center and more!

eBay April 2026 Seller News: Promoted Listings Priority Video Ads, Seller Resolution Center & More

eBay April 2026 Seller News: introducing Promoted Listings Priority video ads, seller resolution center and more!

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eBay is teaming up with Auctiva on upcoming webinar covering collectibles, live selling, and tools to streamline seller operations.

eBay Teams Up With Auctiva for Webinar on Collectibles, Live Selling, and Seller Tools

eBay is teaming up with Auctiva on upcoming webinar covering collectibles, live selling, and tools to streamline seller operations.

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Other Ecommerce News

USPS delays expanded dimension non-compliance fees to 2027, opting for phased rollout of new Parcel Dimension Compliance rule amid "temporary" fuel surcharge, regular rate hikes and ongoing financial pressures.

USPS Opts For Phased Rollout Of New Dimension Rule, Delaying Non-Compliance Fee To 2027

USPS delays expanded dimension non-compliance fees to 2027, opting for phased rollout amid additional rate hikes and ongoing financial pressures.

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Amazon sellers face cash crunch on multiple fronts as fuel surcharge and ad fee payment method changes pressure profit margins.

Amazon Sellers Face Cash Crunch As Fuel Charges, Loss Of Credit Card Option For Ad Fees Erode Margins

Amazon sellers face cash crunch on multiple fronts as fuel surcharge and ad fee payment method changes further pressure profit margins.

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As Poshmark looks to woo more brands, retailers, and larger enterprise sellers to the platform, are casual consumer sellers being left behind?

As Poshmark Courts Brands and Retailers, What Happens to Its Core Sellers?

Poshmark is courting brands and retailers, but sellers worry the shift could reshape the marketplace and leave them behind.

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Etsy announces new initiatives aimed at "advancing sustainability" with expanded "biodiversity" focus, but will sellers bear brunt of this corporate PR campaign as new policies ban sale of animal fur products?

Etsy Bans Animal Fur Products In Sustainability & Biodiversity Push

Etsy pushes new sustainability goals and fur ban, but will sellers pay the price for its biodiversity-focused PR shift?

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And those aren't the only changes as Etsy updates Purchase Protection policy, adds new shop and seller tools, and launches a refreshed brand identity aimed at reintroducing the marketplace as a "catalyst for creativity, discovery, and connection."

Etsy Spring Shakeup: Purchase Protection Changes, Shop Updates & A Design Refresh

Etsy is in full Spring cleaning mode with unannounced Purchase Protection changes, shop updates, and a brand identity and design refresh.

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