Coupons.com acquires Yub promotions and rewards service

The buyout will mean a wider audience for the the in-store payment service.

By Philip Nations • Jan. 7, 2014

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

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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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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

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