Technology: Page 13
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’Tis the season for a retail tech-stack rethink
An influx of in-store technologies has CIOs leaning toward cloud for integration solutions, according to research by Bain and Aptos.
By Matt Ashare • Dec. 26, 2023 -
Nautica launches smart eyewear collection in multiyear agreement
With the help of developer Innovative Eyewear, the line will feature eight sunglass styles with up to 12 hours of music listening in one charge.
By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • Dec. 22, 2023 -
Trendline
What's shaping the e-commerce landscape?
From recent statistics on e-commerce growth to the Federal Trade Commission’s lawsuit against Amazon, here are some of the forces impacting online retail.
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Rite Aid banned from use of facial recognition tech for 5 years
The company’s “reckless” use of the technology harmed customers, the FTC said.
By Nate Delesline III • Dec. 20, 2023 -
Reebok, Futureverse partner to launch metaverse experience in 2024
“Reebok Impact” is intended to broaden the ways consumers interact with the brand's products, from its apparel to its footwear.
By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • Dec. 20, 2023 -
Walmart adds Affirm’s buy now, pay later option to self-checkout
In an expanded partnership between the two companies, Walmart is adding a BNPL option to checkout kiosks at most stores.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 20, 2023 -
Target brings dog mascot Bullseye to Las Vegas Sphere for holiday blitz
The largest version of the bull terrier character yet is joined by an 11-story gingerbread Target for the snowglobe-inspired takeover.
By Peter Adams • Dec. 20, 2023 -
With website down, Zulily’s future in doubt
The e-commerce retailer's website is currently "down for maintenance," following layoffs.
By Nate Delesline III • Dec. 19, 2023 -
VF Corp. reports stolen data from cybersecurity incident
The attack last week has impacted the apparel conglomerate’s ability to fulfill orders.
By Laurel Deppen • Dec. 18, 2023 -
Tonal launches trade-in program for Lululemon Studio customers
Following Lululemon’s discontinuation of Mirror, Tonal is offering product discounts, a free one-year membership and removal of the Mirror device.
By Howard Ruben • Dec. 18, 2023 -
Sponsored by Comarch
Navigating change: A retailer’s guide to preparing for e-invoicing requirements
With e-invoicing increasingly becoming a global requirement, retailers–even those not currently impacted– will ultimately have the advantage if they prepare now.
Dec. 18, 2023 -
Sponsored by Square
5 ways to prioritize the customer experience for a bright holiday season
To ensure you're offering an exceptional customer experience across every touchpoint.
By Roshan Jhunja, Head of Retail at Square • Dec. 18, 2023 -
Sally Beauty launches digital hair color consultations
With the Licensed Colorist OnDemand service, participants talk with a professional for free via video or chat.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 15, 2023 -
Black Friday, Cyber Monday saw ‘lackluster’ consumer tech sales, report finds
Both unit and dollar sales declined year over year during Black Friday Week, and the average price of products was down during Cyber Monday Week.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 14, 2023 -
EBay pushes luxury consignment service with curated Jenna Lyons collection
A bus will travel to Los Angeles and Las Vegas with items from Lyons’ closet for sale, and shoppers can also get their own luxury handbags appraised.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 13, 2023 -
Mastercard launches Shopping Muse, an AI tool that gives product recommendations
Using generative AI, the tool can give personalized recommendations based on everyday language.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 12, 2023 -
Amazon files motion to dismiss FTC antitrust lawsuit
The e-commerce giant said in its legal rebuttal that its business practices are lawful and represent “the very essence of competition.”
By Nate Delesline III • Dec. 12, 2023 -
Dollar General among fastest growing brands for Gen Z TikTok users: report
Inflation and the pursuit of cheaper alternative products could be driving interest in the discount retailer, Morning Consult said.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 12, 2023 -
Five Below looks to tech, analytics to optimize inventory
As the discount retailer aims to speed up its supply chain and hold back costs, it has also opened a sourcing office in India.
By Ben Unglesbee • Dec. 11, 2023 -
Adidas launches digital products on Roblox
The sportswear brand has opened virtual pop-up stores that carry licensed digital clothing and bespoke outfits for the platform.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 11, 2023 -
Pinterest tests body type search feature
Powered by artificial intelligence, the company is using tech to increase body representation on its platform.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 11, 2023 -
Sponsored by NCR Voyix
Beyond transactions: Checkout innovation to launch at NRF 2024
Experience the new wave of retail for yourself at NRF 2024, where data-driven insights, AI, and more come together to craft an unparalleled retail experience.
Dec. 11, 2023 -
Consumers state high intent to buy more online in 2024: survey
While Amazon is the preferred e-commerce retailer overall, Walmart is the top pick for online grocery shopping, a Bank of America survey found.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 5, 2023 -
Brooks Running posts record 14% increase in Cyber Monday sales
Nearly half of those sales were from new customers. The athletics brand also reported an 8% year-over-year increase in online sales on Black Friday.
By Howard Ruben • Dec. 4, 2023 -
Staples hit by cyberattack during critical Cyber Week sales push
The office supply retailer expects to fully catch up on back orders after online processing and deliveries were briefly disrupted.
By David Jones • Dec. 4, 2023 -
Best Buy to offer deliveries via DoorDash
The partnership marks the first national consumer electronics retailer available on the DoorDash marketplace.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 30, 2023