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The History of Ecommerce: What The Past Says About Tomorrow’s Retail Challenges

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By 2001 the company was profitable. This strategic move helped boost customer loyalty and incentivize repeat purchases. Other trends to watch for in the future of ecommerce include: Robust customer journeys and personalization. Digital currencies. 1999 – Alibaba launches. 2005 – Etsy is launched.

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