Online marketplaces are expanding at double the rate of traditional online stores. Major platforms like eBay, TikTok, and DoorDash are making strategic moves to strengthen their market positions, such as acquisitions and testing new services.
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Online marketplaces are growing twice as fast as traditional online shops.
eBay has acquired the marketplace Depop.
DoorDash has received FAA approval for drone deliveries.
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