Etsy Sellers On Strike As Company Increases Transaction Fee

Etsy vendors are striking due to a 30% transaction fee increase, with 14,000 makers shutting down their shops. Over 80,000 people have signed a petition against the fee hikes and reselling of mass-produced goods. Sellers face issues with AI bots and mandatory off-site ads, which take a significant revenue cut. Inflation has further strained small businesses. Despite challenges, Etsy remains a major platform with 90 million buyers and significant revenue, but sellers are exploring other options while hoping Etsy returns to its original mission.

What are some of the complaints sellers have regarding the platform's AI?

In what ways have recent organizing efforts at other companies inspired Etsy sellers?