California judge rules Overstock.com, Inc. misleads shoppers on price comparisons

Overstock warns the ruling overly dictates how retailers advertise and says it will appeal.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 9, 2014

Giant Eagle, Safeway announce debut of inMarket Mobile app

Participating consumers will now receive a fully-customized in-store shopping experience.

By Philip Nations • Jan. 9, 2014

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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 Prime hits 20 million members

The company’s roundabout confirmation of the data comes on the heels of its own announcement of a million new Prime members at Christmastime.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 8, 2014

Apple opens digital retail space on major Chinese e-commerce site Tmall

The latest move shows Apple isn’t being shy about taking on stiff competition in China.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 7, 2014

Customers feel neglected as brands increase omnichannel interactions, global study shows

U.S. shoppers in particular expect to be rewarded for loyalty, and their expectations are rising.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 7, 2014

H&M Super Bowl ad to feature in-TV purchases

The ad tech agency Delivery Agent hopes to change how online purchasing works with the new campaign for Beckham underwear.

By Brian Warmoth • Jan. 7, 2014

LightInTheBox reaches takeover agreement with specialty retailer Ador.com

The acquisition will provide the China-based retailer with a dedicated U.S. operation.

By Philip Nations • Jan. 7, 2014

Ahold invests heavily in online food ordering; opens tech-innovation center

The owner of online food retailer Peapod plans to triple Internet sales by 2016.

By Paul Conley • Jan. 7, 2014

vPersonalize launches online storefront for personalized merchandise

The new site will try out new tech and designs to facilitate product customizations for consumers.

By Philip Nations • Jan. 6, 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

Macy’s has plans for new $170 million fulfillment center

The retailer continues to benefit from a staggering rise in e-commerce sales.

By Philip Nations • Dec. 27, 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

eBay inks deal for Braintree buyout

The $800 million sticker price will include the Venmo mobile app.

By Philip Nations • Dec. 20, 2013

Nordstrom now provides 3-D fitting solutions for online footwear

The retailer has reached an online partnership agreement with Shoefitr—as well as an investment deal.

By Philip Nations • Dec. 19, 2013

Amazon price-checks items at a mind-boggling rate

The online retail giant has increased the frequency of the practice at a stunning pace through 2013.

By Philip Nations • Dec. 16, 2013

PayPal backs new e-commerce gifting startup

Loop Commerce has secured over $13 million in funding for development of the service.

By Philip Nations • Dec. 13, 2013

Overstock.com partners with Coastal to debut fashionable eyewear

The partnership will showcase a full line of Coastal eyewear for Overstock’s growing customer base.

By Philip Nations • Dec. 12, 2013

Target owns mobile browsing, but Apple leads sales

A new report breaks down who the dominant retailers were this year on smartphones and tablets.

Dec. 11, 2013

eBay creates new advisory board to help improve its online interface

A former MIT professor will help lead the initiative to refine eBay’s online storefront.

By Philip Nations • Dec. 10, 2013

Styletag mobile app makes its debut for stylish shoppers

The service will push popular celebrity style trends from a variety of fashion retailers.

By Philip Nations • Dec. 10, 2013

Express launches updated version of mobile shopping app

Shoppers will receive a slew of new features in time for the holiday shopping season.

By Philip Nations • Dec. 10, 2013

Target debuts new Awesome Shop website

The e-commerce storefront will showcase favorite products among Target shoppers.

By Philip Nations • Dec. 9, 2013

3 Ways To Use Video To Boost Customer Engagement

When it comes to increasing customer engagement, video can be one of the most powerful tools in a retailer's marketing arsenal. Video is prompting viewers to remain on retailers' sites longer, click on more links, and buy more products.  In a recent webinar, Steve Reid, Practice Dire...

By Alex Nowicki • Dec. 9, 2013

The Cato Corp. launches its first online storefront

The iconic women’s clothing company opened its doors to shoppers in 1946.

By Philip Nations • Dec. 6, 2013

Report: Cyber Monday raked in $2.29B for e-retailers

The Monday after Black Friday is still the day to beat for online sales.

By Brian Warmoth • Dec. 3, 2013