How to Lose Tens of Thousands of Dollars on Amazon --- A growing number of self-proclaimed experts promise they can teach anyone how to make a passive income selling cheap Chinese goods in the internet's largest store. Not everyone’s getting rich quick. --- theatlantic.com

Amazon is inviting sellers to private meetings at CES to promote a premium support service that costs up to $60,000 a year --- Some sellers say the face-to-face meetings help establish trust and confidence in new seller programs. --- cnbc.com

Last mile offering: autonomy or reliance on marketplaces? --- Marketplace merchants that independently manage their last mile offering will often face the dilemma of balancing costs and customer expectations. --- tamebay.com

‘Brands want to own the delivery moment’: How sellers navigate Amazon’s packaging rules --- For sellers, Amazon’s reach gives access to millions of customers, but it comes with certain compromises. --- digiday.com

The Amazon Transparency Program Is A Counterfeiter's Worst Nightmare --- Counterfeit. A word that strikes fear into the heart of any brand. --- forbes.com

Amazon's 5 Biggest Challenges in 2019 --- Despite market volatility, Amazon bulls say there's much for investors to look forward to in 2019. Still, that doesn't mean there aren't potential pitfalls ahead. Here are a few key issues for Amazon investors to watch this year. --- thestreet.com

Amazon looking for locals to start courier businesses to serve Gary warehouse --- Amazon also is offering start-up cost reimbursement of up to $10,000 for military veterans who qualify for the Delivery Service Partner program. --- nwitimes.com

Amazon’s latest advertising play involves free samples delivered right to your door --- Amazon is sending shoppers free samples of products — curated to their tastes — as part of the company’s push into advertising. --- cnbc.com