Jeff Bezos is bringing Amazon’s signature intensity to the space race—whether Blue Origin’s employees like it or not.
But while Bezos pushes Blue Origin into overdrive, some are hitting the brakes on something else that flies—his delivery drones.
AMAZON NEWS
Progress is great—until it starts buzzing over your head. That’s exactly what residents of College Station, Texas, have been dealing with.
According to WIRED, Amazon’s drone delivery program has stirred up a whole lot of noise—literally.
🛸 Drones or flying chainsaws?
Amazon proposed doubling its drone delivery flights, but locals were not having it.
The backlash was real. Over 150 complaints landed on the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) desk, showing strong opposition to Amazon’s expansion plans.
🔧 Tweaks and tune-ups
Amazon took the pushback seriously, making a series of adjustments:
📖 Lessons from the skies
This whole situation is a reality check for tech-driven convenience. Could Amazon have done more to communicate with residents? Probably. Was setting up a drone depot near homes the best idea? Debatable.
One thing’s for sure—sellers can take a page from this playbook. Rolling out a new product or service? Make sure your audience is on board.
TOGETHER WITH WALMART MARKETPLACE
One of the goals for top-performing HVAC company Senville was to boost trust in their brand, and since Walmart is one of the world’s most trusted brands, their next step was clear.
“You have to be on Walmart Marketplace if you want to be considered an eCommerce brand that’s successful,” said Fawzi Karout, a digital marketing consultant at Senville.
Senville joined Walmart Marketplace during New-Seller Savings, an incentive program that offers new sellers discounts on base referral fees, ads and fulfillment. The discounts on base referral fees were a particular help in achieving their growth milestones, since VentiMarket kept a larger percentage of their net profits from each sale.
This year’s New-Seller Savings is happening now and bigger than ever. New sellers can get up to $75K in incentives, including up to 75% off on base referral fees*.
*Offer subject to eligibility criteria, promotional savings will vary by seller. See full terms and conditions for offer details.
BITES OF THE WEEK
ECOMMERCE NEWS
Store brands are no longer just a fallback—they’re thriving, evolving, and reshaping retail as we know it. According to Retail Dive, private-label sales hit a record-breaking $271 billion, a 4% jump from the previous year.
🛞 What’s driving private-label success?
💸 The private-label goldmine
Private labels aren’t just growing—they’re changing the rules of retail. Sellers who focus on competitive pricing, strong branding, and product quality will be best positioned to win in this evolving landscape.
SOCIAL PULSE
Amazon is still the ecommerce king—with over $575 billion in annual revenue and 310 million+ active users, the platform remains a powerhouse for brands looking to scale.
But great opportunities bring great competition—and Shiprocket detailed key numbers and trends you need to know to stay competitive.
📊 Amazon by the numbers
⚡ Turn trends into sales
Amazon isn’t slowing down—so the real question is, are you keeping up or getting left behind?
ACTIONABLE ADVICE
U.S.-based sellers will soon feel the impact of tariff hikes on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China. But with the right strategy, you can navigate these changes and protect your bottom line.
SellerLabs shares tips to help you stay ahead.
The new tariffs present challenges, but smart sellers will adapt. Stay informed, adjust your strategy, and keep moving forward—because in ecommerce, agility wins.