Huge setback for Bitcoin as exchange collapses

The largest global bitcoin exchange is offline after $350 million was plundered in a two year hack.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 25, 2014

Men’s Wearhouse sweetens the deal with new Jos. A. Bank bid

The retailer continues to pursue its rival with a larger buyout offer. 

By Kelsey Lindsey • Feb. 24, 2014

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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

5 retail labs changing the digital shopping game

These five labs hope to bring customers a completely customizable digital shopping experience.

By Gabriel Salkin • Feb. 24, 2014

Warby Parker keeps its focus on customers

The eyewear retailer has seen powerful growth, thanks to the cozy relationship it has with customers.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 24, 2014

Amazon wants to play with the big boys

Sources say the online retail giant is seeking to sell goods from major retailers.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 24, 2014

Performance wins and divorce perks: This week’s most read retail news

Check out this week's most read stories. 

By Kelsey Lindsey • Feb. 21, 2014

Joe Fresh to go big, fast

For its first venture outside North America, the Canadian fast-fashion retailer plans to expand into 24 countries by 2018.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 21, 2014

Keds pairing style with substance

The American sneaker retailer is getting in on the “compassionate consumerism” that appeals to millennial consumers.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 21, 2014

4 areas where retail is thriving

These four retail areas hold promise because they offer opportunities for creativity and innovation.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 21, 2014

Signet Jewelers becomes largest U.S. jewelry chain with Zale acquisition

Signet will pick up more than 1,600 Zale retail locations in the $1.4 billion acquisition of its rival.  

By Kelsey Lindsey • Feb. 20, 2014

Wal-Mart going big with small stores

Along with its report of muted sales, Wal-Mart Stores Inc. says it is will add twice as many small stores in the U.S. as originally planned.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 20, 2014

Amazon expanding uses for its virtual coin

The retailer is now allowing consumers to buy and spend its virtual currency on Android devices.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 20, 2014

Isaac Mizrahi New York expands in Atlanta

The retailer has yet to actually open a store in New York, but continues its expansion with a second store in one of the South’s largest cities.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 20, 2014

Gap hikes hourly pay minimum

The retailer breaks with competitors and announces a new in-house minimum wage, amid what it says is a desire to “do more than sell clothes.”

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 20, 2014

Mobile gift cards are a Wonder

A free app from Wonder Technologies allows givers to instantly send gifts from participating retailers with no expiration date.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 20, 2014

Big box chains lead flight from traditional grocers

Consumers are favoring convenience over quality when deciding where to buy their groceries.

By Kelsey Lindsey • Feb. 19, 2014

Retail customer satisfaction hits 77.9% benchmark

But disappointments over holiday shipping mishaps may have caused the worst level of satisfaction with e-commerce since 2001.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 19, 2014

Online shopping grew 16% in 2013: Commerce Dept.

There was steady growth in e-commerce in 2013, including a strong Q4, according to new figures by the U.S. Department of Commerce.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 19, 2014

Bump in divorce rate is good news for retailers

Valentine’s Day retail sales were disappointing, but the rising divorce rate is an indication that the economy is improving.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 19, 2014

Whole Foods to use Square's iPad cash registers, no-line shopping

The move means employees can carry a cash register on their belt, and customers can avoid checkout lines.  

By Paul Conley • Feb. 18, 2014

Higher minimum wage: Boon or bust for retailers?

Retailers usually cry foul over minimum wage hikes, but some retail experts say a key source of revenue lies with well-compensated employees.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 18, 2014

Uniqlo continues US expansion

The Japanese apparel retailer partnered with Square for a Valentine's Day in-store pickup service in San Francisco as it announced four new American stores.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 18, 2014

Small retailers thrive on Amazon

But there are costs to doing business with online retail’s giant.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 18, 2014

Sales cold for retail in January

Weather is an undeniable factor considering the Midwest and Northeast saw the worst weather and the worst retail performance.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 18, 2014

H&M January sales up 15%, as expected

The fast-fashion retailer met its own and analysts’ expectations as it continued to add stores worldwide and incorporate sustainability and workforce well-being.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 18, 2014