Shopgate promotes Biel to CEO

The mobile commerce startup is readying for a major expansion upon its imminent move to Austin, TX.  

By Ian P. Murphy • Feb. 26, 2016

Lands' End apologizes for Gloria Steinem interview in spring catalog

Mixing politics and business is a tricky art, and Lands’ End in this case picked a doozy.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 26, 2016

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Digital innovation and technology trends in retail

Generative AI and TikTok Shop have replaced the metaverse and NFTs as the hot topics of the day — here’s a look at how brands are using them.

By Retail Dive staff

AppCard attracts $20m in venture funding

The loyalty program provider is targeting smaller retailers with a mobile-enhanced system. 

By Ian P. Murphy • Feb. 26, 2016

J.C. Penney to offer one-cent deals

The "Get Your Penney's Worth" campaign emphasizes store brands. 

By Ian P. Murphy • Feb. 24, 2016

Stitch Fix readies menswear service

The company is beta testing to reveal what men want in a tech-enabled personal shopping service.  

By Ian P. Murphy • Feb. 24, 2016

Under Armour shows off US women's gymnastics team in new ad

The 90-second spot shows the U.S. women's gymnastics team in training, day and night. 

By Ian P. Murphy • Feb. 24, 2016

Foursquare's new tool connects in-store visits to digital ads

Foursquare's new tool can connect and measure digital ads – and not just Foursquare ads – to visits to brick-and-mortar locations.

By David Kirkpatrick • Feb. 23, 2016

Lumber Liquidators takes another hit from CDC report

The CDC said it underestimated the cancer risk from substandard Chinese wood products previously offered by the retailer.

By Ian P. Murphy • Feb. 23, 2016

Runway to retail: What took so long?

More luxury brands are breaking with tradition, making their collections immediately available after fashion shows.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 22, 2016

Twitter now offers one-on-one communication with shoppers

The new customer service tools allow brands to address consumers directly. 

By Ian P. Murphy • Feb. 22, 2016

Report: Ads are coming to Facebook Messenger

Facebook hasn't really confirmed or denied the report. But any time a social media site adds ads to a previously ad-free experience, it risks alienating users.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 19, 2016

Shopping via Snapchat may be on the way

A Snapchat board member says the social media app's Hearst channel will become an e-commerce platform. 

By Ian P. Murphy • Feb. 19, 2016

Macy's partners with Shaun White for menswear line

The exclusive WHT SPACE line will launch in June at only 175 stores. 

By Ian P. Murphy • Feb. 19, 2016

Nike drops boxer Pacquiao over anti-gay comments

The sports apparel retailer called the boxer's remarks against gays "abhorrent."

By Ian P. Murphy • Feb. 18, 2016

Publicis' MediaVest loses Wal-Mart account

After a year that saw many changes and consolidation in the agency world, MediaVest took an early hit this year in losing the Wal-Mart account.

By David Kirkpatrick • Feb. 17, 2016

How The Dandy Lab stays ahead of 'digital disruption': A smart customer experience

The British menswear boutique uses shopper data, RFID tags, and consumers' own phones to supply the in-store experience they really want. 

By Ian P. Murphy • Feb. 17, 2016

New Shopify app targets social selling

The Shopkey app sends shopping links directly to consumers via SMS and allows marketers to text directly with shoppers. 

By Ian P. Murphy • Feb. 17, 2016

Nike to sponsor Portland's new bikeshare program

The deal christens the 1,000-bike program "Biketown."

By Ian P. Murphy • Feb. 17, 2016

Uniqlo to offer 'modest' collection from Muslim designer in the US

Uniqlo is reprising its successful collection that includes hijab headscarves, long dresses and skirts, relaxed pants, and outerwear. 

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 17, 2016

Report: Shoppers worldwide are itching for mobile real-time offers

Retailers come up short in delivering discounts via smartphone, an Accenture survey says. 

By Ian P. Murphy • Feb. 15, 2016

Instagram will now count video views

Like on Facebook, three seconds will be the yardstick. 

By Ian P. Murphy • Feb. 15, 2016

Shopify launches podcast targeting entrepreneurs

TGIM offers the e-commerce platform a way to build a brand.

By Ian P. Murphy • Feb. 12, 2016

Forever 21's plus-size Instagram campaign draws criticism

Marketers face a conundrum because studies show that women, including those buying plus sizes, actually prefer ads featuring thinner models.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 12, 2016

Target to sponsor 4-min live performance at Grammys

Live television is always a risk, but this move could be a nice attention-getter for Target, which has been on the comeback trail and is largely succeeding in its turnaround.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 11, 2016

Jet is seeing a 40% response rate on feedback e-mails

The online retailer is using StellaService software to send personalized feedback e-mails to customers. 

By Ian P. Murphy • Feb. 10, 2016