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Connekt joins with Sony for TV-enabled commerce
The reality of shopping directly on TVs is hastened by a deal between Connekt and Sony.
By Dan Alaimo • Sept. 21, 2018 -
Study: Less than 20% of people have made purchases on social media
Security and privacy concerns bar many consumers from trusting social commerce, even though 80% are familiar with the technology.
By Robert Williams • Sept. 21, 2018 -
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.
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From DTC to IRL: Why Dirty Lemon is taking the retail plunge
The Instagram darling has thrived online, but CEO Zak Normandin believes the brand’s new cashierless "Drug Store" will yield stronger customer relationships — and better shopper data.
By Emma Liem Beckett • Sept. 20, 2018 -
Amazon unveils new Echo devices, Alexa features
The company rolled out 15 new Alexa-enabled products Thursday, including microwaves, clocks, amplifiers and car gadgets, among other devices.
By Dan O'Shea • Sept. 20, 2018 -
Amazon Scout gamifies shopping recommendations
The personalization service is currently limited to furniture, home decor and women's shoes, though the company promises "more categories coming soon."
By Dan O'Shea • Sept. 20, 2018 -
Bloomberg: Amazon reportedly mulling 3K Amazon Go stores by 2021
Up to 10 of the cashierless convenience stores could open this year, and 50 may be slated for 2019, sources told Bloomberg.
By Dan O'Shea • Sept. 20, 2018 -
CommerceHub debuts last-mile delivery solution for big ticket items
Active Delivery Management is expected to streamline last-mile delivery of large merchandise for the supply chain platform and its retailer clients.
By Dan Alaimo • Sept. 20, 2018 -
4 Walmart execs to join e-commerce acquisition Flipkart
India is the hottest country in retail and Walmart doesn't want to be left behind. It is installing new leaders months after it bought the e-commerce marketplace.
By Dan Alaimo • Sept. 19, 2018 -
Victoria’s Secret’s Pink revamps loyalty with mobile app
The app's redesign includes links to Campus Rep brand ambassadors, first looks at new products, games and member-only shopping events.
By Natalie Black (Koltun) • Sept. 19, 2018 -
Amazon reportedly plotting 8 new Alexa devices this year
New voice assistant-enabled devices could be unveiled before the month is over, CNBC reports.
By Dan O'Shea • Sept. 18, 2018 -
Shopify brings AR features to mobile commerce platform
More small businesses can now offer immersive experiences for shoppers to closely inspect products before buying.
By Robert Williams • Sept. 18, 2018 -
Chicago Amazon Go store becomes first outside Seattle
The e-commerce giant takes the cashierless concept beyond its home turf.
By Dan O'Shea • Sept. 18, 2018 -
Facebook to gain most from big digital holiday ad spend
Digital advertising tops the marketing wish list for two-thirds of retailers, with a huge chunk going to Facebook and Instagram, reported Reveal Mobile.
By Dan Alaimo • Sept. 18, 2018 -
Google rolls out shoppable images ahead of the holidays
The features aim to help marketers expand their reach during the holiday season, when 61% of consumers say they're open to buying from new retailers.
By Erica Sweeney • Sept. 17, 2018 -
Mobile to drive 68% of holiday e-commerce traffic
The holiday season looks promising, with Salesforce predicting 13% sales growth — but they need to prepare for an early start, especially on mobile.
By Dan Alaimo • Sept. 17, 2018 -
RepairClinic rebrands to highlight anti-counterfeit promise
The parts supplier is trumpeting its manufacturer guarantee aimed at fighting counterfeits and shaking up the e-commerce market for appliance parts.
By Dan O'Shea • Updated Sept. 18, 2018 -
L'Oréal Paris tries on web-based AR makeup sampling
This is one of the first indications that the cosmetics giant is expanding the use of AR technology developed by Modiface after acquiring the startup in March.
By Robert Williams • Sept. 14, 2018 -
E-commerce shoppers expect free shipping, branded giveaways
Nearly all shoppers now say free shipping and returns make them more likely to become a repeat customer, according to a survey from Dotcom Distribution.
By Dan O'Shea • Sept. 14, 2018 -
Container Store tracks appointments with voice tech
The storage retailer reported customer satisfaction and workflow improvements after it deployed in-ear voice technology combined with smart appointment scheduling — an industry first.
By Dan Alaimo • Sept. 14, 2018 -
Tech firms team up to expand WeChat Pay, Alipay in North America
Citcon and GK Software are hoping to attract more Chinese tourist spending to North American merchants through an app integration.
By Dan O'Shea • Sept. 13, 2018 -
7-Eleven rolls out Apple Pay, Google Pay to all US stores
As its tech expansion continues, 7-Eleven will soon accept mobile payments from the primary wallet apps in all 8,000 domestic stores.
By Dan Alaimo • Sept. 13, 2018 -
Amazon, Good Housekeeping prep Mall of America holiday shop
Customers can test 150 products and buy via Amazon's mobile app or scannable SmileCodes.
By Robert Williams • Sept. 13, 2018 -
Shoclef app puts social spin on personal shopper trend
The startup unveiled a marketplace app that blends social networking features with personal shopping capabilities.
By Dan O'Shea • Sept. 13, 2018 -
Study: Mobile commerce to overtake e-commerce by 2019
Click-and-collect and mobile order-ahead are encouraging consumers to shift their purchasing online, 451 Research said.
By Robert Williams • Sept. 12, 2018 -
Walmart plans to test in-store wireless charging technology
The move may save the retail giant on electricity costs and boost employee productivity.
By Dan O'Shea • Sept. 12, 2018