DC first US city to test droid food delivery

Autonomous delivery methods, either by flying or ground-based drones, are popping up more frequently in the wake of successful tests.

By David Kirkpatrick • Jan. 12, 2017

Target accepting applications for next Techstars retail accelerator program

More than 150 mentors gave more than 500 hours of their time and expertise to selected retail tech startups during the first round of the program.

By Dan O'Shea • Jan. 11, 2017

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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.

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PayPal taps into Discover's tokenization, Cashback Bonus program

The new agreement allows Discover cardholders to use their Cashback Bonus at PayPal's online and mobile merchant partners.

By Dan O'Shea • Jan. 11, 2017

NRF: Retail's Big Show

iQmetrix is powering a significant shift in retail – one that’s helping retailers redefine the in-store experience.

Jan. 11, 2017

Instacart under fire from personal shoppers over pay changes

Shoppers are complaining that changes in tipping and pay rate policies have left them making less money than before.

By Dan O'Shea • Jan. 10, 2017

Nike debuts Paul George signature shoe this week

The PG1's debut coincides with George's Indiana Pacers taking on the Denver Nuggets in a special NBA game tipping off in London.

By Dan O'Shea • Jan. 10, 2017

7 trends that will disrupt and define retail in 2017

As the dust settles from a record-shattering holiday shopping season, the retail industry turns its focus to a new year — along with new opportunities and challenges. Here’s what you can expect.

By Jason Ankeny • Jan. 10, 2017

Diebold Nixdorf unveils small-footprint self-checkout system

The Extreme Self-Checkout Concept is less than 10 inches wide, supports cash card and contactless payments, and integrates an EMV chip reader to help mitigate card fraud.

By Dan O'Shea • Jan. 9, 2017

Nike: Self-lacing HyperAdapt shoe a hit, new models coming soon

Advancements in manufacturing could get future editions to market more quickly, and potentially at a lower cost than the current $720 price tag, Nike said.

By Dan O'Shea • Jan. 9, 2017

How Amazon Go will transform the grocery experience

The online behemoth's register-free store disrupts the landscape, but does more convenience take away from what food shopping has always been?

By Keith Loria • Jan. 9, 2017

The DNA of the "Digital Native Audience" (DNA)

The Digital Native Audience has been raised in the era of the Internet and smartphones, so they shop and think differently than previous generations.

Jan. 9, 2017

Uber opens up access to its collected traffic data

The ride-sharing company's information could be very valuable for shipping and logistics companies as they look for the most efficient possible routes for delivering packages.

By Dan O'Shea • Jan. 8, 2017

Amazon concerned about leaving drone regulations to individual states

The e-commerce giant warns that a state-by-state patchwork of U.S. drone regulations could endanger the emerging drone delivery environment.

By Dan O'Shea • Jan. 8, 2017

Ford adding Amazon Alexa capabilities to some of its cars

Ford’s self-described “Alexa on the go” capabilities will include voice-driven orders of Amazon products, the ability to listen to audiobooks, get directions and more.

By Dan O'Shea • Jan. 5, 2017

Under Armour teams with NFL's Tom Brady for high-tech sleepwear

The sleepwear includes “bioceramic particles that absorb infrared wavelengths emitted by the body and reflect back Far Infrared, helping the body recover faster while promoting better sleep.”

By Dan O'Shea • Jan. 5, 2017

Food for thought: 7 trends set to define grocery retail in 2017

Online grocery, last-mile shipping, social media marketing, product transparency and differentiated shopping experiences will highlight the year ahead.

By Sandy Skrovan • Jan. 5, 2017

Gap testing virtual dressing room app for Google Tango smartphones

The DressingRoom app allows shoppers to overlay different clothes and outfits to see how they look from a variety of angles before making a buying decision.

By Dan O'Shea • Jan. 4, 2017

LG introduces smart refrigerator with Amazon Alexa-enabled grocery ordering

The Smart InstaView refrigerator, powered by LG’s own webOS software platform and equipped with Wi-Fi connectivity, also can use the Alexa voice assistant technology to search recipes, play music and add items to a shopping list.

By Dan O'Shea • Jan. 4, 2017

The 7 trends that will shape apparel retail in 2017

Technology, integration, innovation and personalization will be all the rage in fashion retail during the year ahead.  

By Lara Ewen • Jan. 4, 2017

Amazon's one-click patent nearing expiration date

So-called “utility” patents expire 20 years after the patent filing date — in this case, Sept. 12, 1997 — meaning that other retailers will soon be able to use the one-click function without having to license it from Amazon.

By Dan O'Shea • Jan. 3, 2017

How tech drove retailer turnaround efforts in 2016

Staples, Sears and J.C. Penney were among the big sector names leaning on tech innovation to help steer their comeback narratives and position themselves for growth in 2017.

By Dan O'Shea • Jan. 3, 2017

Amazon lands patent for 'airborne fulfillment center' to aid drone deliveries

The blimp-like fulfillment center concept intends to stock products for drones in order to assist them in filling orders as quickly as possible.

By Dan O'Shea • Dec. 29, 2016

Amazon touts bountiful holiday season for Alexa-based devices

Sales of Amazon devices employing the company’s Alexa virtual assistant technology were nine times higher than during the 2015 holiday shopping rush.

By Dan O'Shea • Dec. 29, 2016

Pokemon Go comes to the Apple Watch

The announcement comes just days after game developer Niantic announced Pokemon Go retail partnerships with Starbucks and Sprint.

By Dan O'Shea • Dec. 22, 2016

Amazon lands US patent covering drone security measures

The e-commerce giant noted in its original 2014 patent filing that drones and their on-board communication and data systems could be targeted by malicious hackers.

By Dan O'Shea • Dec. 22, 2016