Home Depot holiday ads spur double-digital growth in app usage

The "how doers get more done" campaign displayed app features such as image recognition to identify repair parts, a product locator and in-store pickup.

By Robert Williams • March 2, 2020

7-Eleven expands Evolution Store concept

The new locations in Washington, D.C., and San Diego will feature mobile checkout via the c-store's app.

By Jessica Dumont • Feb. 28, 2020

Explore the Trendline➔

Digital innovation and technology trends in retail

Generative AI and TikTok Shop have replaced the metaverse and NFTs as the hot topics of the day — here’s a look at how brands are using them.

By Retail Dive staff

Virginia legislature clears way for Amazon delivery robots

The legislature approved a bill that would allow electric personal delivery robots of up to 500 pounds to operate on sidewalks and road shoulders.

By Chris Teale • Feb. 27, 2020

Vimeo launches video editing tools for small businesses

The video platform is the latest company to roll out tools to support emerging merchants. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 27, 2020

Burberry merges Google Search with AR for shopping inspiration

A new tool lets luxury shoppers see an augmented reality version of products found through Google Search.

By Robert Williams • Feb. 27, 2020

VC firm Fifth Wall debuts $100M fund to help DTC brands enter stores

The news comes at a time when digitally natives are increasingly seeing the value in moving offline and having a physical presence.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 27, 2020

Internal actors account for 30% of cyberattacks in manufacturing

Proper network segmentation can minimize the threat from internal actors by limiting access to applications or databases to specific employees. 

By Matt Leonard • Feb. 27, 2020

Companies face a ‘paradox’ between digital personalization and data privacy

As more consumers shop online via mobile devices daily, retailers are striving to create a relevant digital experience and protect data, a new report found.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 25, 2020

Google tops Facebook, Instagram in e-commerce activity, study finds

Google's ability to drive stronger sales and web traffic than the social giants indicates key differences in how people use the respective platforms.

By Robert Williams • Feb. 25, 2020

Inside Amazon Go Grocery

The e-tailer's newest store is a separate grocery brand that utilizes checkout-free tech across a full assortment of 5,000 products.

By Jeff Wells • Feb. 25, 2020

Startup Shogun raises $10M to help DTCs compete with Amazon

The funding will help the company give emerging retailers better digital commerce capabilities.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 24, 2020

BorderX Lab reports traffic, customer growth amid coronavirus outbreak

The company states that Chinese consumers are turning to e-commerce to buy luxury goods and essentials as the epidemic lingers.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 21, 2020

Puma brings targeted hologram ads to car roofs for NBA All-Star game

Virtual Sky Dreamer sneakers and 3D basketballs floated atop vehicles near Chicago landmarks last weekend.

By Dianna Christie • Feb. 20, 2020

Holiday online sales reached over $137B

An eMarketer report found that total retail sales during the season exceeded $1 trillion for the first time.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 19, 2020

What 7-Eleven's cashierless ambitions signal about the future of convenience stores

The c-store announced earlier this month it was piloting a checkout-free store concept. Should others follow suit? Eight experts weigh in.

By Caroline Jansen • Feb. 19, 2020

Coronavirus outbreak leads to supply shortages for Apple

Foxconn, one of Apple's largest suppliers, has not provided details on its plans to restart production.

By Matt Leonard • Feb. 19, 2020

YouCam features runway beauty trends via AI, AR tech

The augmented reality beauty company teamed up with PRIV to highlight makeup looks from Fashion Week. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 18, 2020

Instagram overtakes Facebook in audience of top 50 brands, study says

Consumer interactions with brands on the social platforms fell during the holiday quarter, even among popular industries like fashion.

By Robert Williams • Feb. 14, 2020

Walmart to end Jet Black service

The retail giant is pulling back on its high-end shopping service in New York and folding the technology into its broader business. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Feb. 13, 2020

Square integrates POS tech for retailers

The company is making its Square for Retail available on Square Register to help retailers streamline operations.  

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 13, 2020

Study: Mobile gamers prefer DTC brands over retailers

Consumers are more likely to engage with an in-app rewarded ad than a social media sponsored post, according to a Tapjoy survey.

By Robert Williams • Feb. 13, 2020

The appeal of cashierless stores? Speed and short lines

Health and beauty could gain the most from adopting the concept, per a report from USA Technologies and PYMNTS.com.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 12, 2020

Macy’s adds perks to loyalty program

The rewards program expansion comes as the retailer rethinks its physical store and digital strategies. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 11, 2020

Amazon expands Alexa tech team in California

The move comes as the e-commerce giant is expanding into other areas like in-car commerce and other voice-powered services. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 10, 2020

Pinterest debuts verified merchant program after 46% revenue jump

The platform will let approved brands and retailers participate in new shopping experiences in an effort to convert passive users into active buyers.

By Robert Williams • Feb. 7, 2020