Alibaba's international online marketplace, AliExpress, announced a significant upgrade to its U.S. local seller program, introducing a suite of new capabilities aimed at helping American merchants grow their businesses. The enhancements are designed to save sellers time, simplify their operations, and accelerate sales growth on the platform. Key updates include the introduction of an AI-powered image tool for more efficient product listings, an expansion of integration partnerships with e-commerce service providers like Quipt, StoreAutomator, and Linnworks, and a new 'AliExpress Labeling Service' for fulfillment. Additionally, AliExpress has launched a co-marketing 'Brand+' channel to provide sellers with more exposure. These tools are part of Alibaba's broader effort to strengthen its foothold in the competitive U.S. e-commerce market by empowering local sellers.