News & Reviews:   TikTok Shop

TikTok Shop Malaysia is now informing the sellers and merchants on the platform, that they will increase the commission fee charge as well as the transaction fee, effective September 5, 2024. The commission fee charged by TikTok Shop is based on the product category and varies by category. So, what should you know about it?

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Recently, we mentioned how Lazada Malaysia introduced an 8% SST tax. Now, Pos Malaysia has follow suit and announced a new tax policy for its deliveries. That said, what should you know about it?

Lazada Malaysia has now announced that they have started implementing a service tax charge of 8% effective today, 1 March 2024. That’s 2% more than the 6% previously. In case you missed it, this is part of the government's announcement during Budget 2024.

Previously, we mentioned the possible actions for the government and ministries to take against TikTok Shop. This was done because of the recent ban on TikTok Shop in Indonesia. Today, TikTok Shop Malaysia launched TikTok Shop Mall. So, what should you know about it?

Previously, we reported that the government is considering whether to follow Indonesia and ban TikTok Shop in our country. The Communications and Digital Ministry (KKD) has since given an update on the matter, saying that relevant ministries and agencies will discuss what to do next.

If you are a frequent user of TikTok, this news might surprise you. According to a Social Media Expert, Matt Navarra, TikTok could extend the maximum length of videos that you can upload on the platform. That said, what should you know about it?

Previously, we reported on Indonesia’s move to ban TikTok’s e-commerce platform, TikTok Shop in the country. Now, the same move may end up being enforced in Malaysia too, as the government has announced that it is studying whether something similar should be done here.

Recently, Indonesia shocked the world when it banned TikTok Shop from operating in its country. The biggest economic force in Southeast Asia banned direct sales on social media platforms last week to protect millions of small businesses. That said, why does this happen?