Best Cross Border Commerce Podcasts (2025)

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Geopolitics, Protectionism, and the Future of Global Commerce 45:27

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Doug McHoney (PwC’s International Tax Services Global Leader) is joined by returning guest Craig Stronberg, Senior Director of PwC Intelligence. Craig previously had a near 20-year career in National security affairs before joining PwC. Craig and Doug discuss changes to US global policy and protectionism; the rise of new global powers and alliances…

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Trump, Tarrifs, and the New FDA Import Inspectors 18:10

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Episode Summary: In this episode of FDA Imports Cross-Border Compliance, regulatory attorney Benjamin L. England breaks down the evolving challenges importers face under shifting U.S. trade policies. With the return of Trump-era tariffs, FDA-regulated companies are encountering unexpected costs, heightened inspection activity, and more frequent sup…

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One Big Beautiful Podcast, Part 4: Inbound Edition 41:40

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Doug McHoney (PwC’s International Tax Services Global Leader) is joined by Nita Asher, an international tax principal in PwC’s Washington National Tax Services practice focused on inbound multinationals, with prior government experience during the TCJA. Doug and Nita discuss the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (“OB3”) and its impact on inbounds, includi…

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Unlocking China’s Cross-Border Boom with Tmall Global’s Nicole Lin 34:52

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In this episode of The Negotiation, we are joined by Nicole Lin, Business Development Country Manager at Tmall Global. This conversation comes ahead of the China Cross-Border Summit in Los Angeles on October 16, 2025, co-hosted by WPIC and Tmall Global. Nicole shares how Tmall Global is helping brands of all sizes access China’s enormous consumer m…

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Hamish McKay Transforms E-commerce Customer Service Through Revolutionary Order Editing Platform 19:35

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Summary In this episode of Talk Commerce, Hamish McKay, CEO and co-founder of OrderEditing.com, shares his journey from intern to entrepreneur, discussing the challenges and successes of building a software solution for order management in e-commerce. He highlights the importance of addressing customer service pain points and the innovative feature…

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Pillar Two Hybrid Arbitrage: stormy waters ahead? 43:05

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Doug McHoney (PwC’s International Tax Services Global Leader) is joined by Raza Janjua, a Director in PwC’s ITS practice in New York and author of a recent article on Pillar Two hybrid arbitrage arrangements. Doug and Raza discuss the BEPS Action 2 origins and ATAD 2 implementation; how Pillar Two’s simplified safe harbors spawned detailed hybrid a…

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Inside China’s Demand for Wellness, Supplements, and Lifestyle Products with Emmanuel Poupelle 54:37

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In this episode of The Negotiation, we welcome Emmanuel Poupelle, WPIC Marketing + Technologies’ Director of Growth for Europe, to explore how European lifestyle and health brands can succeed in China’s fast-changing consumer landscape. Originally recorded as a webinar, there were so many incredible insights brought to the discussion that we felt i…

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From Photo Shoots to Pixels Revolutionizing Retail Visual Merchandising with Mark Elfenbein 18:10

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In this episode of Talk Commerce, Mark Elfenbein, the CRO of Infinite, discusses the transformative impact of AI and CGI on visual merchandising in the retail sector. He explains how these technologies enhance customer experience, reduce costs, and improve scalability for retailers. Mark shares insights on the importance of immersive visuals, the r…

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Ep 379: How posts can be prepared for US shutting down de minimis 33:41

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President Trump has decided to suspend duty-free de minimis for the USA, effective 29 August. Aaron Bezzant, Head of Supply Chain at Zonos, discusses the background to the President's Executive Order, what it means for e-commerce and the postal world, and what steps need to be taken to be compliant. The details of President Trump's Executive Order …

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Payments and the Rise of Agentic Commerce 57:28

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Money Travels Podcast Season 3, Episode 8 The mobile revolution of the 2000s didn’t just redefine the way we communicate, it fueled innovation, redefined industries, and transformed our lives in ways few could have predicted. Working in mobile at the time, Checkout.com CMO Rory O’Neill sensed a similar transformation was about to grip the payments …

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Prime Day Strategy and the Evolution of Amazon Advertising: Insights from Will Haire 24:16

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In this episode of Talk Commerce, Brent Peterson speaks with Will Haire, co-founder of BellaVix, a marketplace marketing agency. They discuss strategies for brands to maximize their sales on platforms like Amazon, Walmart, and Target, particularly during key sales events like Prime Day. Will shares insights on advertising strategies, the importance…

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Overload! Maximizing Your Amazon FBA E-commerce with AI with Michael Michelini 31:32

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GFA 467. Learn AI-powered strategies to grow your Amazon FBA business from Global From Asia’s Bangkok workshop. This episode covers customer avatars, brand protocols, AI listings, competitor research, and free tools. The post Overload! Maximizing Your Amazon FBA E-commerce with AI with Michael Michelini appeared first on Global From Asia.…

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Inside China’s Trail Running Boom with Clementine Pippa Ebel 47:31

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In this episode of The Negotiation, we speak with Clementine Pippa Ebel, a cultural strategist and expert on China’s rapidly growing outdoor sports market. Clementine works for KAILAS, one of China’s top domestic outdoor gear brands, and brings unique insight into how Chinese consumers are embracing trail running, hiking, camping, and the broader G…

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Ep 378: Reducing environmental impact of e-commerce packaging 23:56

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Dr Selene Silvestri, Research Scientist at the MIT Center for Transportation and Logistics, discusses the environmental impact of e-commerce packaging. Measuring the cost of e-commerce packaging Growth in e-commerce and impact on packaging Benefits of recycling cardboard packaging E-commerce shifting the cardboard recycling burden from retailers to…

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Why B2B E-commerce Needs Friction with Aaron Sheehan from Oro Commerce 48:39

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In this episode of Talk Commerce, Brent Peterson interviews Aaron Sheehan, Head of Product Marketing and Strategic Alliances at Oro Commerce. They discuss the origins of Oro Commerce, its focus on B2B e-commerce, the importance of no-code solutions, and the evolving role of AI in the industry. The conversation also touches on the significance of sa…

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Colin & Samir Reflect on Life and the State of the Creator Economy 1:30:06

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Money Travels Podcast Season 3, Episode 7 Back in 2011, Colin and Samir's decision to build a YouTube business creating Lacrosse videos seemed risky, baffling friends and family alike. But by building a loyal community and learning to monetize their content, they soon turned their passion into a thriving business, selling their Lacrosse Network in …

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How to Reverse an FDA Import Refusal or CBP Seizure 18:37

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Episode Summary: In Episode 12, attorney Benjamin L. England breaks down urgent developments impacting FDA-regulated importers. From rising tariffs on pharmaceuticals and small-package imports to FDA staffing delays, Benjamin offers deep insight into the regulatory trends reshaping international trade. The discussion also covers evolving dietary su…

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Careers in tax: Two international tax titans 36:22

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Doug McHoney (PwC’s International Tax Services Global Leader) is joined by Mike Urse and Calum Dewar, both retiring PwC International Tax partners with decades-long careers in cross-border tax. Mike served as PwC’s US ITS Leader, while Calum built his career across PwC UK and PwC US, specializing in European and global tax systems. Doug, Calum and …

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Junglr Transforms Brands Through Strategic Ad Spending 22:39

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In this episode of Talk Commerce, Elizabeth Greene, co-founder of Junglr, discusses the unique power of Amazon ads and the evolving landscape of advertising through AI tools. She shares her journey into the Amazon advertising space, the collaborative nature of the Amazon seller community, and the importance of understanding customer behavior on the…

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Using AI Avatars for Your E-commerce and Amazon FBA Business with Katrina Mckay 10:51

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GFA 466. Discover how AI avatars are revolutionizing the Amazon FBA and e-commerce space in this episode of Global From Asia. Host Michael Michelini interviews Katrina McKay, the virtual brand ambassador for New York Bar Store, as she shares how she uses AI tools for viral video content, customer engagement, and growing a digital brand. Bonus: Meet…

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Tariff Strategy, Cross-Border Pricing, and Global-e Insights with Matthew Merrilees 22:50

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In this episode of Talk Commerce, Matthew Merrilees, CEO of Global-e North America, discusses the complexities of cross-border trade, focusing on the challenges and opportunities presented by tariffs. He emphasizes the importance of understanding tariffs and their impact on profitability, as well as the need for brands to adapt their pricing strate…

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Housing, Confidence, and Consumption: China’s Demand-Side Story with Tianchen Xu (Part 2) 56:08

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In Part 2 of our interview with EIU economist Tianchen Xu, we turn our focus to the Chinese consumer. Is spending recovering? What’s happening in the housing market? And are the big headline sales events like 618 masking deeper issues in consumer confidence? Tianchen walks us through the mixed signals emerging from China’s domestic economy, from re…

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How DailyPay Is Reshaping The Financial Lives Of Americans 43:40

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Money Travels Podcast Season 3, Episode 6 Since WWII, America’s two-week pay cycle has seen ordinary workers having to wait for their paycheque to pay their bills, put food on the table, and cover any expenses. With anywhere from 30-77% of Americans living paycheque to paycheque, this antiquated model has seen many go into debt, with others struggl…

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Ep 377: EU plans for fee on inbound cross-border parcels 18:09

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Roel Gevaers, professor in last mile logistics and supply chain at the university of Antwerp, discusses moves to impose fees on inbound low-value parcels from outside the EU. EU and EC proposal to add €2 fee for inbound international parcels Fee for cross-dock parcels from overseas Focus on import-free parcels Huge volumes of Chinese parcels enteri…

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One Big Beautiful Podcast, Part 3: Return of the G7 50:38

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Doug McHoney (PwC’s International Tax Services Global Leader) is joined by Pat Brown, an international tax partner and Co-Leader of PwC’s Washington National Tax Services practice and former US Treasury’s Associate International Tax Counsel. In part three of Doug’s three-part OBBBA discussion with Pat, they discuss the newly enacted OB3 reconciliat…

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Sabir Semerkant on the 8D Method for E-commerce Excellence 36:02

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In this episode of Talk Commerce, Sabir Semerkant, an e-commerce growth advisor, shares his extensive experience in the industry, discussing the importance of a data-driven approach, continuous testing, and optimization. He emphasizes the significance of understanding customer behavior and leveraging AI to enhance growth strategies. Sabir also intr…

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Navigating Growth and Geopolitics: A Mid-Year Outlook on China with Tianchen Xu (Part 1) 58:17

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In Part 1 of our conversation with Tianchen Xu, Senior Economist at The Economist Intelligence Unit, we dig into China’s macro performance in the first half of 2025—and what the future may hold. Tianchen analyzes Q1’s headline 5.4% growth, discusses why the London trade truce between the US and China matters, and highlights what Western media narra…

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Pillar Two in Asia-Pac: Still happening 38:55

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Doug McHoney (PwC’s International Tax Services Global Leader) is joined by Jesse Kavanaugh, an international tax partner at PwC Hong Kong who leads Tax Reporting & Strategy and co-heads PwC’s Asia-Pacific Pillar Two team. Formerly the global head of tax operations for a US tech multinational, Jesse brings both in-house and advisory insights. Doug a…

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Michael von Bodungen Shares Enterprise Ecommerce Wisdom on Platform Bloat and AI-Driven Future 22:32

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In this episode of Talk Commerce, Michael von Bodungen, the General Manager of VTEX North America, discusses the evolution and unique offerings of VTEX, including its order management and marketplace capabilities. He shares insights on the MACH Alliance, the importance of simplicity in enterprise e-commerce, and predictions for the future of commer…

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Her Genius Plan to Solve Asia Cross-Border Trade Challenges 35:32

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Money Travels Podcast Season 3, Episode 5 In Asia’s fragmented payments landscape, cross-border trade can be challenging for small businesses. As CEO of the Emerging Payments Association Asia, Camilla Bullock is on a mission to change that. Using what she calls “the network effect”, Camilla brings together regulators, thought leaders, and innovator…

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FDA, CBP, DJT: What’s News? 18:42

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Episode Summary: In this tactical episode, FDA regulatory attorney Benjamin L. England explains the critical differences between FDA import refusals and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seizures, and what businesses can do when their products are detained, refused, or seized. From legal definitions to strategic responses and mistakes to avoid, B…

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Rekt Survivor – Startup Scars & Battle-Tested Lessons in Web2 & Web3 with Michael Michelini 25:55

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GFA 465. Startup horror stories turned growth lessons. Mike shares 3 epic founder fails—from ecom to Web3—live in Bangkok. Rug pulls, real talk, and rebuilding. The post Rekt Survivor – Startup Scars & Battle-Tested Lessons in Web2 & Web3 with Michael Michelini appeared first on Global From Asia.By Michael Michelini

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AI Marketing Revolution Transforms Digital Advertising Through Omneky Platform 19:56

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In this episode of Talk Commerce, Brent Peterson speaks with Hikari Senju, founder and CEO of Omneky, an AI-powered advertising platform. They discuss the transformative role of agentic AI in advertising, the importance of omnichannel strategies, and the distinction between demand generation and demand capture. Hikari emphasizes the need for person…

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One big beautiful podcast: Part 2 47:05

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Doug McHoney (PwC’s International Tax Services Global Leader) is joined on June 24, 2025, by Pat Brown, an International Tax Partner and Co-Leader of PwC’s Washington National Tax Services practice. Pat previously served as the US Treasury’s Associate International Tax Counsel and has been a frequent guest on the podcast. Doug and Pat start where t…

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Ep 376: Unlocking the power of innovation in postal and logistics sectors 19:47

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Lars Pruijn, Innovation Director at Prime Vision, breaks down different aspects of innovation and describes how innovation can work in the postal and logistics sectors. How do we define innovation Taking responsibility for innovation in the company Internal innovation - optimising and increase External innovation: core, adjacent, and transformative…

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From Caribbean Roots to Digital Growth The Evolution of Sam's Caribbean Marketplace 17:55

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Summary In this episode of Talk Commerce, Melissa Morris shares her journey in transforming her family's business, Sam's Caribbean Marketplace, into a modern e-commerce platform. With over three decades of history, Melissa discusses her role in revamping the business's online presence using Shopify, enhancing customer engagement through marketing s…

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His Brilliant Idea to Change Global Payments 28:48

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Money Travels Podcast Season 3, Episode 4 In March 2020, as the world braced for a global pandemic, Jaco Veldsman gave up his comfortable career in finance to go it alone with the launch of Paytron, the cross-border payments platform. Three years later, Paytron’s mission to transform global payments for its customers was turbo-charged with the comp…

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AI-Powered Ecommerce: Real-World Hacks & Advanced Seller Tactics with Michael Michelini 39:40

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GFA 464. AI is transforming ecommerce with personalized recommendations, dynamic pricing, and 24/7 customer support. In this episode, Mike Michelini shares real-world applications, top tools, and actionable prompts to kickstart your AI journey—no matter your business size. The post AI-Powered Ecommerce: Real-World Hacks & Advanced Seller Tactics wi…

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Jacob Cooke on 618, China’s Consumer Climate & What Tariffs Mean for Global Brands 23:36

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In this episode of The Negotiation, host Todd Embley welcomes back WPIC CEO Jacob Cooke to share insights around two pivotal developments for global consumer brands: the framework trade agreement between the US and China, and China’s massive 618 shopping festival. Jacob breaks down the implications of the new framework agreement between the US and …

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Business Profitability Through Mathematical Systems with Adam Callinan 21:28

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In this episode of Talk Commerce, Adam Callinan, founder of Pentane and co-creator of Bottlekeeper, shares insights on running lean businesses, the importance of authenticity in a world increasingly dominated by AI, and how data-driven decisions can lead to profitability. He discusses the challenges and opportunities presented by AI in business ope…

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One big beautiful podcast: Part 1 1:01:02

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Doug McHoney (PwC’s International Tax Services Global Leader) is joined by Pat Brown, an International Tax Partner and Co-Leader of PwC’s Washington National Tax Services practice. Pat previously served as the US Treasury’s Associate International Tax Counsel and has been a frequent guest on the podcast. Doug and Pat discuss the legislative and int…

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Ep 375: Poste Italiane Head of International Jan Van Roey 12:58

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Jan Van Roey, Head of International at Poste Italiane, discusses cross-border parcel volumes and recent improvements to digital customer experience. He covers: Cross-border volume growth New Poste Italiane outbound international product Domestic parcel trends Coping with volatility and uncertainty in international parcels Retailers moving warehouse…

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AI, Chips, and Cloud: Kevin Xu on Where China’s Tech is Really Headed 52:12

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In this episode of The Negotiation, host Todd Embley sits down with Kevin Xu, founder of the bilingual newsletter Interconnected, which offers sharp analysis on the intersection of technology, investing, and geopolitics between the United States and China. Kevin has become one of the most thoughtful and trusted voices interpreting Chinese tech tren…

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Transforming Enterprise Web Performance Through Edge Computing and AI with Drew Chambers 21:26

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In this episode of Talk Commerce, Drew Chambers, EVP of Marketing at Harper, discusses the critical aspects of web and application performance, emphasizing the importance of site speed, technical SEO, and the role of AI in enhancing user experience. He explores the challenges and opportunities presented by composable commerce and edge architecture,…

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Kimono Opening – Business Update Mid-2025 with Michael Michelini 14:28

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GFA 463. Get a transparent business update from Mike Michelini and the Global From Asia team. In this mid-2025 podcast, explore the latest from Venture Seed, Shadstone, Cross Border Summit, and more. Opportunities to collaborate and grow—listen now! The post Kimono Opening – Business Update Mid-2025 with Michael Michelini appeared first on Global F…

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Why Singapore Fintech Wants To Solve Financial Access 31:30

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Money Travels Podcast Season 3, Episode 3With its unique approach to public-private partnership and obsessive focus on innovation, Singapore has established itself as a global fintech hub. Helping to drive that innovation is Varun Mittal, whose work as founder of Fintech Nation, has given him extraordinary insight into the country’s fintech sector …

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China Tax Update: Tariff turmoil and treaty tensions 40:26

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Doug McHoney (PwC’s International Tax Services Global Leader) is joined by Jenny Chong, Shanghai-based International Tax Partner and PwC’s Asia-Pacific International Tax Services Leader. Doug and Jenny discuss the structure and enforcement of China’s international tax regime, including corporate tax rates, incentives, CFC rules, and foreign tax cre…

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Bria AI Transforms Visual Content Creation Through Responsible Technology Development 24:52

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In this episode of Talk Commerce, Yair Adato, CEO of Bria AI, discusses the evolution and future of visual generative AI. He emphasizes the importance of responsible AI practices, the challenges faced by traditional artists, and the potential for democratization in e-commerce. Yair shares insights on music licensing in the AI space and the need for…

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Platter's All-in-One Solution Transforms E-commerce Profitability | Ben Sharf 18:45

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In this episode of Talk Commerce, Ben Sharf, CEO of Platter, discusses the innovative solutions his company offers to Shopify brands. He shares insights into the founding story of Platter, the challenges faced by e-commerce businesses, and the importance of simplifying technology to enhance customer experience. Ben emphasizes the need for brands to…

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Dr. Chui Chui Tan Part 2 | What Spotify, Bumble & Global Brands Get Right (and Wrong) About Cultural Expansion 48:39

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In Part 2 of this special episode of The Negotiation, host Todd Embley continues the conversation with Dr. Chui Chui Tan, founder of Beyō Global. This episode focuses on practical examples from Chui Chui’s work with global brands, including Spotify and Bumble, and what it really takes to launch successfully in new markets. Chui Chui unpacks how Spo…