Afterpay releases designer NFTs with exclusive merchandise, experiences for New York Fashion Week

The buy now, pay later company will donate all proceeds from the collection to the nonprofit Free Arts NYC.

By Dani James • Aug. 23, 2022

EBay to acquire collectible tech platform TCGplayer

TCGplayer will continue to operate independently as eBay continues to accelerate its position in trading cards.  

By Kaarin Moore • Aug. 22, 2022

Explore the Trendline➔

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

Turn curiosity into customers this holiday season

Today, omni and eCommerce retailers need to exceed the expectations of a new, intuitive shopper – a consumer that already expects a seamless experience that’s personalized to their needs.

By Christina Brandeberry • Aug. 22, 2022

American Eagle tunes into TikTok’s SoundOn for back-to-school campaign

The retailer used the feature to partner with artist Katherine Li on a custom tune that serves as the anthem for the music- and metaverse-oriented effort.  

By Peter Adams • Aug. 19, 2022

Pandora launches lab-made diamond collection as US sales decline

The new 33-piece Brilliance collection has diamonds made with renewable energy, and includes 100% recycled silver and gold. 

By Dani James • Aug. 18, 2022

DoorDash is testing delivery of Facebook Marketplace orders

The two companies are piloting the service in multiple cities, which allows drivers to deliver items that fit in the trunk of a car.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 17, 2022

Walmart picks Paramount as streaming partner for membership plan

Starting in September, Walmart+ customers can access the ad-supported Paramount+ Essential tier at no extra cost.

By Peter Adams • Aug. 16, 2022

Wish rebrands in attempt to stay afloat against competition

The e-commerce platform unveiled a new logo and improved app experience after painful Q2 earnings.

By Jessica Hammers • Aug. 15, 2022

Pacsun collaborates with virtual influencer Miquela for back-to-school ads

After hitting its goal of reaching 2 million TikTok followers, the youth-oriented retailer is putting a heavier focus on the metaverse for Q4.

By Peter Adams • Aug. 15, 2022

Pacsun hits 2M TikTok followers in brand identity push

The online following, a goal set and now met, signifies success by the brand in appealing to Gen Z shoppers and forming an identity on the app.

By Jessica Hammers • Aug. 15, 2022

Whole Foods to add Amazon One payment tech to dozens of stores in California

After rolling out the bio-authentication and payment technology to a handful of stores earlier this year, the grocery chain will add it to 65 locations.

By Peyton Bigora • Aug. 11, 2022

E-commerce prices decline for the first time in over two years: Adobe

Online, there may be some relief in sight for high inflation that has rattled both consumers and retailers in recent months.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 10, 2022

Kohl’s expands self-pickup to all stores

Customers can use their mobile devices to go through a number of steps to obtain their orders in stores.

By Kaarin Moore • Aug. 10, 2022

Smart cart tech firm Shopic bags $35M in funding

The startup plans to expand the deployment of its automated checkout tech, which attaches to standard shopping carts, among grocers in the Americas, Europe and Israel.

By Sam Silverstein • Aug. 10, 2022

The Body Shop expands delivery partnership with Uber

Seventy-five stores will make over 2,000 products available for same-day delivery through the Uber Eats app. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 9, 2022

Retail disruptors are turning to layoffs to cut costs and restructure

New companies have grown rapidly by leveraging consumer trends during the pandemic. Now, they’re paying the price amid an economic downturn.

By Dani James • Aug. 9, 2022

Walmart acquires omnichannel tech specialist Volt Systems

The deal comes with new talent and technology aimed at vendor management, seamless shopping and anticipating demand. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 8, 2022

US online retail sales to reach $1.6 trillion by 2027: report

Total retail sales are expected to reach $5.5 trillion by that same year, according to Forrester.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 8, 2022

Amazon to acquire iRobot for $1.7B

The news means the retailer will have another pathway into the homes of consumers, adding to its existing portfolio of technology.

By Dani James • Aug. 5, 2022

Torrid hires Guitar Center vet as COO, CFO

Tim Martin was named to the dual position, while the company also announced a new CTO.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 5, 2022

Gucci expands crypto payment options to ApeCoin, Euro Coin

More brands have entered the cryptocurrency and NFT markets despite signs of declining consumer interest.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 4, 2022

Facebook to shut down live shopping feature

The social media company said the functionality will end on October 1, and suggested experimenting with short-form Reels videos instead.

By Dani James • Aug. 4, 2022

Twitter expands location tool, courses for small businesses

The platform has been releasing new social commerce features to connect customers with brands on the platform. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 4, 2022

Ulta Beauty launches digital innovation venture fund

The beauty retailer is focused on investing in augmented and virtual reality, the metaverse and technology-powered custom beauty services.

By Dani James • Aug. 3, 2022

Self-scanning stores to triple by 2027: report

European countries are driving mobile checkout adoption, but the U.S. is catching up, the report suggests.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 3, 2022