Consumer Trends: Page 155
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Report: Bitcoin to receive competition from a new Kanye-themed currency
The new "cryptocurrency" is set for launch beginning Jan. 11.
By Philip Nations • Jan. 6, 2014 -
Jeff Bezos suffers medical emergency in Galapagos Islands
The Amazon.com founder is in good health after help from the Ecuadorian Navy.
By Philip Nations • Jan. 6, 2014 -
Explore the Trendline➔
Thai Liang Lim via Getty ImagesTrendlineHow retailers are deploying in-store technology
Payment systems, self-checkout stations and home visualization tech are just a few of the areas getting attention from retailers as they rethink the store experience.
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Michael Hill International names new board member
Rob Fyfe will join the specialty retailer following a 12-year stint with Air New Zealand.
By Philip Nations • Jan. 6, 2014 -
Men's Wearhouse launches hostile takeover bid for Jos. A. Bank
The move follows a Friday poison pill defense announcement at the takeover target.
By Philip Nations • Jan. 6, 2014 -
Staples launching major global re-branding campaign
Will an increase in merchandise offerings lead to more profits for the company?
By Philip Nations • Jan. 3, 2014 -
Amazon expands sales tax to 3 more states
The total number of states where Amazon must collect sales tax will reach 20 by 2016.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 2, 2014 -
Coinbase releases mobile solution to help popularize bitcoin payments
The new mobile app service now offers U.S. retailers guaranteed daily payments on bitcoin transactions.
By Philip Nations • Dec. 31, 2013 -
HH Gregg begins hasty pursuit for new CFO
Former chief financial officer Jeremy Aguilar has resigned from the consumer electronics retailer.
By Philip Nations • Dec. 27, 2013 -
Last-minute e-commerce surge causes shipping delay for Christmas packages
A collection of mass retailers were affected by the guaranteed delivery failure.
By Philip Nations • Dec. 27, 2013 -
Is Duck Dynasty's retail fate in hot water—or still flying high?
The popular retail brand could face serious ramifications following a familiar PR debacle.
By Philip Nations • Dec. 23, 2013 -
Overstock to begin accepting bitcoin payments in 2014
The move would make Overstock.com the first big-name U.S. retailer to accept the currency.
By Brian Warmoth • Dec. 20, 2013 -
Frederick's of Hollywood goes private following lackluster sales
Current CEO Tom Lynch will remain in his current role following the buyout.
By Philip Nations • Dec. 20, 2013 -
IKEA announces worldwide loyalty program for retail employees
The new Tack! initiative set for 2014 will focus on contributions to employee pensions.
By Philip Nations • Dec. 20, 2013 -
Saks Fifth Avenue names new chief marketing officer
A former Harrods executive will take over the role for the retailer in 2014.
By Philip Nations • Dec. 20, 2013 -
Barney’s announces long-awaited return to 7th Avenue
The retailer has plans for a new Manhattan flagship at a familiar site.
By Philip Nations • Dec. 20, 2013 -
Select Macy’s stores will be open all night until Christmas Eve
The retailer is keeping stores open for 107 straight hours during the final holiday shopping weekend of 2013.
By Philip Nations • Dec. 19, 2013 -
Amazon.com beats out holiday toy competitors in new survey
For the second consecutive year, the e-commerce giant bested big-name brick-and-mortar retailers.
By Philip Nations • Dec. 19, 2013 -
Sears admits parking lots are empty with new TV ad
The slightly self-deprecating promotion follows 27 consecutive quarterly sales declines for the company.
By Philip Nations • Dec. 19, 2013 -
Target hit with massive credit card breach
As many as 40 million Target shoppers could be affected—potentially making it the largest consumer credit breach in history.
By Philip Nations • Dec. 19, 2013 -
Designer of Apple Store to spearhead Samsung retail expansion
Tim Gudgel has defected from Apple and joins Samsung as VP of Retail Operations.
By Philip Nations • Dec. 18, 2013 -
Giant, Safeway make 3-year deal with union
The deal affects nearly 17,000 current employees in the Washington, D.C. area.
By Philip Nations • Dec. 18, 2013 -
Walgreens announces holiday hours
The company has also released a new gift finder tool for last-minute holiday shoppers.
By Philip Nations • Dec. 18, 2013 -
Kroger names new SVP of retail
Mark Tuffin will take over the executive role following the promotion of Michael Ellis.
By Philip Nations • Dec. 18, 2013 -
Loehmann’s files third bankruptcy in 92-year history
The company plans to liquidate the bulk of its remaining assets Dec. 30.
By Philip Nations • Dec. 17, 2013 -
Office Depot expands 3-D printing services
The office supply giant will roll-out the program in over 150 stores nationwide.
By Philip Nations • Dec. 17, 2013