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Drone disruption prompts Japanese companies to leave Rakuten e-commerce platform

A drone-related tie-up has prompted more Japanese companies to leave Rakuten's e-commerce site. The headline indicates disruption affecting businesses on the platform.

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Further departures could disrupt online commerce for affected companies and customers.

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