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How to choose your WhatsApp marketing solution? See the answer inside
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Unified architecture vs. siloed tools: How to choose your WhatsApp marketing solution

Standalone WhatsApp tool or unified CRM? Discover which setup delivers better segmentation, customer journeys, attribution and e-commerce growth. (Ad)

How to choose your WhatsApp marketing solution? See the answer inside
  • Trends
  • e-commerce

Unified architecture vs. siloed tools: How to choose your WhatsApp marketing solution

Standalone WhatsApp tool or unified CRM? Discover which setup delivers better segmentation, customer journeys, attribution and e-commerce growth. (Ad)

generative engine optimization increased a Chinese tea franchise’s AI visibility from 2.5% to 56% across major AI platforms
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  • e-commerce

Generative engine optimization case study: How Weimob increased a Chinese tea franchise’s AI search visibility from 2.5% to 56%

Chinese buyers ask AI, not Google. See how generative engine optimization increased a Chinese tea franchise’s AI visibility from 2.5% to 56% across major AI platforms. Bonus: Want to see models like this live in China? Learn more about the trip with E-commerce Berlin Expo and Expanding Together at the end of article.

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Whatnot Closes $545 Million Series G, Valuation Doubles to $20 Billion

Live shopping platform Whatnot has raised $545 million in a Series G round, nearly doubling its valuation to $20 billion in under a year. The company says the funding will go toward helping its sellers grow, as buyer numbers double and weekly signups top 650,000.

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Small Merch, Big Retention: Why German Online Shops Are Putting Physical Branding Back in the Box

Explore how German online shops are boosting customer retention through physical branding in 2026, from care cards and stickers to branded merch and smart in-house production (Ad).

Germany’s Most Valuable Brands in 2025: Growth, Global Reach, and Bold Newcomers
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Most Valuable German Brands in 2026: Top 10 Ranked

Discover Germany’s most valuable brands in 2026, led by Telekom, SAP and Siemens, plus the biggest movers and key shifts across tech, retail and automotive.

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Quick commerce in Germany: q-commerce market, players and trends in 2026

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Top 100 online shops by turnover in Germany [2026 update]

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“In this industry, standing still is not an option – focus and innovation are what keep you ahead”: 10 lessons from Stefan Böhler, Managing Director at Spring GDS Germany 

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Chinese live commerce goes global: Inside Yowant’s operating-system playbook

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The Evolved German Online Shopper: Going Beyond Price Wars and Winning Loyalty in 2026

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      Trade show marketing strategy: How Pickware generated 40+ meetings and 30+ qualified leads at E-commerce Berlin Expo [case study]

      Most companies treat trade show marketing strategy as an afterthought, a booth, some branded merchandise, and hope for foot traffic. Pickware took a different approach. At E-commerce Berlin Expo 2026, they combined pre-event outreach, a masterclass, a side event, and a carefully designed booth concept to generate 40+ meetings and 30+ qualified leads.

    • Event Sponsorship ROI: How Chatarmin made a 20,000 euro deal at E-commerce Berlin Expo 2026
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      Event Sponsorship ROI: How Chatarmin closed a €20,000 deal at E-commerce Berlin Expo 2026 [case study]

      Many brands assume that booking a booth is enough to generate visibility. Chatarmin took a different approach. They didn’t just show up at E-commerce Berlin Expo 2026 hoping to be noticed, they created visibility through strategic sponsorships, including the entrance banner and the after-party, and proactive approach before and during the event. The result? A €20,000 deal closed by Day 2.

    • generative engine optimization increased a Chinese tea franchise’s AI visibility from 2.5% to 56% across major AI platforms
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      Generative engine optimization case study: How Weimob increased a Chinese tea franchise’s AI search visibility from 2.5% to 56%

      Chinese buyers ask AI, not Google. See how generative engine optimization increased a Chinese tea franchise’s AI visibility from 2.5% to 56% across major AI platforms. Bonus: Want to see models like this live in China? Learn more about the trip with E-commerce Berlin Expo and Expanding Together at the end of article.

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