A look at Target’s approach to generative AI

Chief Information and Product Officer Prat Vemana spoke with Retail Dive about the retailer's technology strategy while it undergoes a turnaround.

By Dani James • Oct. 16, 2025

Google expands virtual try-on to shoes

The company is also broadening access to its try-on technology, with plans to debut it in Australia, Canada and Japan.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 16, 2025

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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

Ralph Lauren elevates AI to the C-suite

Naveen Seshadri, the retailer’s global chief digital officer, took on an expanded role this month. 

By Lindsey Wilkinson • Oct. 16, 2025

How Madison Reed rolled out agentic AI to support, not replace, people

The hair care company has focused on automating high-volume, low-friction tasks like membership management to free up stylists for more important work.

By Bryan Wassel • Oct. 14, 2025

Walmart, OpenAI partner for purchases in ChatGPT

As part of a larger partnership, the mass retailer will be available through the AI chatbot’s new Instant Checkout feature.

By Dani James • Oct. 14, 2025

In 2025, retail’s biggest peak season wins will be driven by connected platforms

Rethink supply chain tech for peak season performance.

Oct. 13, 2025

How frictionless checkout helps venues win the innovation game

Elevate the event experience with RFID technology and frictionless retail solutions.

Oct. 13, 2025

Gap partners with Google Cloud to advance AI strategy

Making AI tools available across the company will allow the retailer to focus on creativity, culture and customers, according to CTO Sven Gerjets.

By Lindsey Wilkinson • Oct. 10, 2025

Stitch Fix pilots generative AI style experience

Stitch Fix Vision uses tech to provide clients with an image of their likeness in different environments wearing shoppable outfits.

By Kaarin Moore • Oct. 9, 2025

Ikea operator acquires AI logistics platform

Ingka Group’s investment arm bought U.S.-based Locus to help improve delivery, something the home retailer previously outsourced.

By Dani James • Oct. 8, 2025

4 ways Walmart is scaling AI to unify its supply chain

“End to end, every segment of what we do is driven by some form of intelligence,” said Indira Uppuluri, senior vice president of supply chain technology. 

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 8, 2025

Meta streamlines AI use for brands with new business agent, creative tools

Business AI helps small- and mid-sized companies provide AI-powered sales guidance without the typical complications of using an AI agent.

By Jessica Hammers • Oct. 8, 2025

Incentives marketing: The next frontier for retail loyalty

Why retailers must unify loyalty and promotions to drive growth with smarter, targeted incentives.

By Isabelle Watson • Oct. 6, 2025

Amazon debuts single-tap ‘Add to Delivery’ function

As the company works to expand quick delivery services, Prime members can now add new items to existing orders.

By Dani James • Oct. 3, 2025

One-third of consumers plan to use AI for holiday shopping

Customers are using AI tools to search for better deals and gift ideas, but they remain skeptical of the technology, a UserTesting survey found.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 2, 2025

Home Depot releases digital Project Planning tool for pro customers

The platform was built to help professional contractors streamline complex projects with the backing of the retailer’s entire product assortment. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 2, 2025

Top retail conferences in 2026

These events will cover the topics that are top of mind for executives, including AI, customer behavior and technology.

By Retail Dive Staff • Oct. 1, 2025

Peloton raises membership pricing ahead of holidays

The company also deployed an AI system called Peloton IQ across all connected fitness equipment.

By Dani James • Oct. 1, 2025

Pinterest mobilizes Gen Z searchers, retail media with new ad offerings

Top of Search ads, currently in beta testing, will appear within the top 10 slots and Related Pins section of search results.

By Aaron Baar • Sept. 30, 2025

ChatGPT lets shoppers buy products within the platform

Launching first in partnership with Etsy and Shopify, the Instant Checkout functionality has the potential to rival Amazon and Google, one expert said.

By Dani James • Sept. 30, 2025

Target introduces accessible self-checkout

As the retailer enhances its self-checkout experience to include more guests, other major retailers are scaling theirs back.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 30, 2025

Depop debuts Outfits feature for style inspiration

The resale platform aims to make itself a daily destination with a shoppable, in-app collage tool. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 25, 2025

Microsoft, Curated for You collaborate on AI-based fashion discovery

Microsoft Copilot can now respond to conversational queries with context-aware, shoppable curations. Retailers like Rent the Runway and Steve Madden are already on board. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 25, 2025

Etsy adds new AI-driven seller features

The company is rolling out a suite of optional tools to help merchants update listings and communicate with buyers faster. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 25, 2025

Sephora cozies up to beauty creators with new affiliate program

My Sephora Storefront allows U.S. influencers to build shoppable digital storefronts and arrives as sales from affiliate marketing continue to grow.

By Jessica Hammers • Sept. 24, 2025