Early 2012 holiday data shows poor retail results, online sales growth

Christmas Day online sales took a leap, outperforming last year's numbers for the same day.

By Brian Warmoth • Dec. 26, 2012

Apple patent application includes location-based Passbook tech

The updates would enable iPhone and iPod touch users to receive coupons or other offers based on proximity to stores.

By Brian Warmoth • Dec. 26, 2012

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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