Toward a New Multilateral Export Control Regime (csis.org)

Semiconductors, AI and supercomputers are in focus . Alternatives are available in other countries as US sales fall. 

Commercial importers, certified traders and tax representatives — EU trade in duty paid excise goods (Excise Notice 204b) - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Starting Feb 13 goods moving between Northern Ireland and the EU will use this process  

(12) Top e-commerce trends to expect in 2023 | LinkedIn

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Digital Freight Forwarding Platforms: Benefits and Challenges (andersenlab.com)

Digital Freight Forwarding emphasizes direct to consumer logistics  Is it right for e-commerce?

Which are more precarious, post-Flexport cuts: 'digital' or 'traditional' forwarders? - The Loadstar

EMTC seeks to provide information and varying perspectives on ecommerce news to keep our members and friends informed.

Postage prices are rising — again — as inflation woes hit the US Postal Service's budget. Here's how much it will cost you. (msn.com)

UPS' drivers union is threatening to strike over 6 key issues (msn.com)

The Teamsters are presenting 6 issues to management. This includes making gig workers actual employees. 

5 Places Where Companies Are Moving Their Supply Chains Outside China (businessinsider.com)

E-buyers should confirm with their vendors the source of the materials and components they procure. Changes in supply chain can impact the country of origin of a final good, even if the final assembly is in the buyer's country.  

IRS Delays $600 Threshold Rule for PayPal, Venmo, CashApp Users (msn.com)

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Rejoice! IRS Delays Challenging 1099-K Reporting Changes Until Next Year (msn.com)

The IRS points out that the delay in issuing 1099Ks at the $600 level does not change the obligation to report all income.   In parallel efforts there are proposals to raise the threshold for issuance of the tax documents.