The Latest Breaking News from Lazada

Thailand on Saturday warned against the creation of online content that risked insulting the country's monarchy, after a video by a social media influencer promoting e-commerce platform Lazada incensed royalists, who said it was mocking the palace.

Media and digital pundits have urged agencies and brands to be cautious about their online communications and advertisements involving sensitive issues, as they can backfire and jeopardise their images.

Intersect Design Factory has apologised for a controversial video posted on Lazada 5.5 promotions featuring two women, one in a wheelchair, as part of a promotion for the online commerce platform.

SINGAPORE/SHANGHAI: Alibaba Group plans to expand its Southeast Asian arm, Lazada, to Europe, two sources familiar with the matter told Reuters, as the Chinese e-commerce company seeks further overseas growth amid slowing opportunities at home.

Fashion products top the most popular online shopping items in Thailand, while many industries are gravitating towards digital channels to boost sales, particularly grocery and electric appliances, according to a recent survey by market research firm Nielsen.

Good news for lovers of Australian products! The best of Australia is now available at the "Australian Pavilion" on Lazada's platform, making it easy for shoppers to access their favourite items right at their fingertips.

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (NYSE:BABA) discussed raising at least $1 billion for Lazada before calling off negotiations when talks bogged down over the Southeast Asian online mall's valuation, Bloomberg reports. Alibaba had aimed to secure financing for Lazada ahead of its spinoff and a potential initial public offering. Alibaba ditched the fundraising…