WordPress buys e-commerce software company WooCommerce

The software provider powers e-commerce on some 600,000 sites. 

By Ian P. Murphy • May 20, 2015

Nordstrom's new m-commerce: Shop by text

TextStyle allows salespersons to communicate item information to customers, who can then opt to buy through text. 

By Ian P. Murphy • May 20, 2015

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What's shaping the e-commerce landscape?

From pivots in digital strategies to challenges retailers must overcome with reverse logistics, here are some of the forces shaping online retail.

By Retail Dive staff

Amazon Web Services to open NYC popup

Amazon Web Services is the quiet money-maker for the e-retail giant, providing cloud service for many companies.

By Daphne Howland • May 20, 2015

Why the flash sale boom may be over—and what's next

After a huge growth spurt and subsequent plateau, it might be time for these retailers to adapt to survive. 

By Kelsey Lindsey • May 18, 2015

Luxury goods company sues Alibaba, alleging counterfeits

The Chinese e-commerce giant will fight a lawsuit brought by Gucci parent Kering. 

By Ian P. Murphy • May 18, 2015

Investors hit Etsy with suit over alleged fraud

Etsy’s shares have fallen since it was revealed that its issue with fake goods is quite serious.

By Daphne Howland • May 18, 2015

Amazon unlocks a Prime benefit for third-party sellers

The agreement allows sellers to qualify for two-day shipping under Amazon Prime even if they don’t warehouse with the retailer. 

By Ian P. Murphy • May 18, 2015

Amazon's Echo now allows voice-activated reorders

But the speaker/assistant system only offers merchandise orders to U.S. Prime members, so far. 

By Ian P. Murphy • May 15, 2015

Study finds digital's influence on retail growing at a 'rapid pace'

This could have dire consequences for retailers as they shape their sales and growth strategies, according to Deloitte Digital.

By Daphne Howland • May 14, 2015

Study: Browsing Pinterest leads to purchase

But despite increased traffic and proven influence on purchases, the site says it still has no plans to add a “Buy” button to its advertising options. 

By Ian P. Murphy • May 14, 2015

Wal-Mart testing shipping membership to compete with Amazon

The shipping service will cost $50 per year — half the price of Amazon Prime. 

By Daphne Howland • May 14, 2015

Net-A-Porter unveils ambitious social shopping app

In addition to features like “love lists” and fast global delivery, the app has a group of style experts and fashion gurus that will shop with users.

By Daphne Howland • May 13, 2015

Tango teams up with Wal-Mart, Alibaba for m-commerce

The peer-to-peer chat app has unveiled a shoppable catalog with two million items, vaulting over rivals pursuing e-commerce through messaging.

By Daphne Howland • May 13, 2015

Smaller e-retailers see steady sales growth

The trick for many smaller retailers is to offer merchandise and experiences not found at their larger rivals.

By Daphne Howland • May 11, 2015

Alibaba buys major stake in Zulily

The Chinese retail giant took advantage of Zulily's low stock price last week to gain 9.3% control of the company.

By Daphne Howland • May 11, 2015

Bonobos names new CEO ahead of brick-and-mortar expansion

Former Coach exec Francine Della Badia will take the CEO position June 1. 

By Ian P. Murphy • May 11, 2015

Kohl's rolls out in-store pickup to all locations

The service will be offered at 1,164 stores. 

By Ian P. Murphy • May 8, 2015

Fashion startup VFiles optimizes for mobile

The three-year-old social network has attracted fashionistas and fashion professionals and wants to grow its shopability.

By Daphne Howland • May 7, 2015

Alibaba names new CEO as it makes mobile push

The move is part of an overall company goal to bring in a younger generation of leaders. 

By Daphne Howland , Kelsey Lindsey • May 7, 2015

Mobile takes lead in search: Google

The company is introducing mobile-friendly ad formats to meet demand. 

By Ian P. Murphy • May 6, 2015

Groupon eyes mobile growth as revenue misses

The company said it has sold its stake in Ticket Monster, which had been a drag on profit. But the task before the company is more fundamental.

By Daphne Howland • May 6, 2015

Fast-growing startup Boomerang Commerce scores 3 big-name clients

Groupon, Office Depot, and Sears will use the startup's omnichannel pricing analysis.

By Ian P. Murphy • May 6, 2015

Pinterest to allow access to API

The discovery platform will allow select developers to build third-party apps for the system. 

By Ian P. Murphy • May 5, 2015

Are retailers investing in the wrong tools for future success?

Though they might not be “innovations" per se, well-paid, well-trained store personnel and a focus on economic shifts will save retailers on and offline.

By Daphne Howland • May 4, 2015

Amazon surges in UK social shopping

Twitter hashtags #AmazonCart and #AmazonBasket drive growth. 

By Ian P. Murphy • May 4, 2015