Amazon: New drone will start deliveries 'within months'

New drone technology could facilitate deliveries even faster than the current one-day offering, according to Amazon. 

By Shefali Kapadia • June 6, 2019

Amazon's new 'StyleSnap' feature could be a game changer — if it works

Once it launches, users will be able upload a photo of a style they like and get similar product recommendations from Amazon's assortment.

By Daphne Howland • June 6, 2019

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How artificial intelligence is shaping retail

More retailers are leaning on AI as a tool, tapping into the tech to improve customer service and support supply chain functions.

By Retail Dive staff

New tech tag hopes to reduce retail's shrinkage problem

The technology hopes to disrupt shoplifting, wardrobing, receipt fraud, price switching and other forms of theft. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 5, 2019

Instagram now lets brands boost organic posts as ads

Instead of reaching followers of a single influencer through paying for their posts, the new branded content ads can be targeted to a wider group.

By Robert Williams • June 5, 2019

Ikea to roll out robotic furniture for tight living spaces

Through a partnership with Ori, the retailer plans to roll out the product in Hong Kong and Japan by 2020.

By Caroline Jansen • June 5, 2019

Amazon rolls out AR lipstick try-ons via L’Oréal’s ModiFace

Mobile shoppers on Amazon can now use their device cameras to virtually trial shades of lip color.

By Robert Williams • June 5, 2019

Walmart expands $1 a day degree program

The big box retailer will subsidize the cost of tuition, books and fees. 

By Hallie Busta • June 5, 2019

Ulta touts expanded mobile features

App improvements include updates to an augmented reality try-on feature, which is expected to launch on Android in June. 

By Lisa Rowan • June 4, 2019

PayPal announces new payments solution for online retailers

The platform will provide companies protection against risk and fraud, and give greater access to payment services, among other things.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 4, 2019

Walmart hires new leader for Store No. 8

The incoming head of the retail giant's tech incubator, Scott Eckert, hails from investment giant Bain Capital's VC arm.

By Ben Unglesbee • June 4, 2019

P&G is ready for disaster

The CPG giant is using supply chain tech to take the guesswork out of weather emergency responses — which may give it a competitive advantage.

By Emma Cosgrove • June 4, 2019

Foursquare buys location-tracking firm Placed from Snap

The deal could amplify efforts to help mobile marketers track foot traffic to retail locations.

By Robert Williams • June 3, 2019

Walmart launches 'Fast Lane' checkout in Canada

The technology is being introduced at an urban prototype store in Toronto, and more closely resembles Amazon Go than the retailer's previous attempts.

By Jessica Dumont • May 31, 2019

Klarna’s new app lets users shop at any store, pay later

The tech allows users to pay down purchases in four installments with no interest at a time when millennials are shying away from credit cards. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 31, 2019

Laws of Motion uses algorithms to offer apparel 'microsizes'

The new direct-to-consumer brand will use customer data to build upon its initial sizing research.

By Lisa Rowan • May 30, 2019

Amazon's Echo Show 5 features new privacy controls

The device comes with additional security features, including a shutter to cover the camera and the ability for users to delete their voice recordings.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 30, 2019

Ikea testing new app with shoppable feed, AR

The technology will first roll out in France and the Netherlands, with the goal to reach additional markets by the end of 2019.

By Caroline Jansen • May 30, 2019

65% of shoppers prioritize deals, exclusive offers on retail apps

However, retailers should avoid engaging in price wars to compete with online giants like Amazon or Overstock, according to a recent Clutch study.

By Robert Williams • May 30, 2019

Lacoste spins French Open into shoppable TV moments

During the broadcast, viewers will see an alert that indicates when they can scan the TV with a smartphone to begin browsing Novak Djokovic's collection.

By Robert Williams • May 30, 2019

DHL expands 'vision picking' with next-gen Google Glass

Using the latest version of the technology, the logistics company says workers can pick, sort, and load items faster and with fewer errors.

By Morgan Forde • May 29, 2019

Instagram Shopping used by 39% of UK Gen Zers

The Facebook-owned platform has the power to drive impulse purchases among younger consumer groups, GlobalData found.

By Robert Williams • May 28, 2019

Gap, Sephora test Ibotta’s new rewards-based payment tool

Instead of applying to individual items at checkout, Pay with Ibotta distributes rewards for entire transactions at 30 participating retailers and restaurants.

By Robert Williams • May 28, 2019

Wearables in the warehouse bring privacy concerns to the forefront

There's a growing discussion about how employers should use the information they collect from smart devices.

By Craig Guillot • May 24, 2019

Mastercard, Samsung partner to safeguard digital identities

The collaboration aims to address the risk of fraud by streamlining authentication processes.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 24, 2019

Mobile coupons drive customer loyalty

While consumers are ready to shop using their devices, few feel comfortable with mobile identification upon entering a store.

By Lisa Rowan • May 24, 2019