Technology: Page 183


  • Opinion

    How retailers can steer clear of ADA lawsuits

    Core retail technologies can present accessibility problems for shoppers who are blind or visually impaired. But merchants can reduce the risk of legal action.

    By Sue J. Stott, Amanda J. Beane and Jill L. Ripke • Jan. 23, 2017
  • Amazon rolls out Prime Surprise Sweets via Dash program

    Each Prime Surprise Sweets box costs $18 and contains a random assortment of small-batch candy made by artisans from across the U.S.

    By Jan. 22, 2017
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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
  • Sears unveils IBM Watson-driven AI tire shopping app

    Digital Tire Journey leverages Watson's Natural Language Classifier service to help auto owners obtain recommendations that take into account their personal needs and driving habits.

    By Jan. 22, 2017
  • Flirtey lands $16M in new funding to feed drone delivery ambitions

    The startup has already demonstrated its delivery capabilities in partnership with 7-Eleven, but it now faces more competition in the space.

    By Jan. 19, 2017
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    Deep Dive

    5 technologies reshaping retail in 2017

    Robotics and drone delivery are just two of the innovations poised to wield greater influence on retail operations this year.

    By Jan. 19, 2017
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    Amazon reportedly in search of creative chief for VR commerce plans

    The chief will "envision the future of Amazon’s VR solutions and guide our creative and technical teams to produce compelling, world-class experiences," the ad reads.

    By Jan. 19, 2017
  • Nordstrom CIO next to go as tech team reshuffle continues

    The announcement of Dan Little's pending exit comes just two weeks after the departure of CTO Kumar Srinivasan.

    By Jan. 19, 2017
  • Postmates, DoorDash testing Starship's squat delivery robot

    The six-wheel robots can carry up to a 40 lb. load and travel at up to four miles per hour over short distances along sidewalks or streets.

    By Jan. 18, 2017
  • Equinox embeds support for Android Pay into all terminals

    The terminal provider also claimed to be first to bring the latest version of the Google-backed payment solution to all its product lines, including the L5300 multi-lane terminals used by drugstore chain Walgreens.

    By Jan. 18, 2017
  • Adobe debuts new omnichannel capabilities for retailers

    The new Fluid Experiences for Retail capability allows retailers to develop and manage omnichannel experiences across touchpoints such as in-store associate apps, social channels and smart screens. 

    By Jan. 17, 2017
  • Kroll: More than 80% of businesses were fraud victims over last year

    Current and former employees are the most common perpetrators of fraud, cyber and security incidents, according to risk solutions provider Kroll's Annual Global Fraud and Risk Report.

    By Jan. 17, 2017
  • Deep Dive

    How robots in stores could revolutionize the customer experience

    Here’s what happens when a salty journalist meets Pepper the humanoid at NRF's Big Show 2017.

    By Jason Ankeny • Jan. 17, 2017
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    Amazon reportedly seeks FCC approval for wireless tests at Seattle HQ

    Amazon has asked to conduct wireless technology tests at its Seattle headquarters and one of its customer service facilities elsewhere in Washington.

    By Jan. 16, 2017
  • Intel launches store management platform, pledges $100M retail investment

    The investment is aimed at helping retailers achieve more efficient store environments with an assist from the Internet of Things.

    By Jan. 16, 2017
  • Cloverleaf uses Emotion AI to measure shopper sentiment via store shelves

    The shelfPoint solution uses small LCD strips placed along a store shelf that measure shopper engagement and response, putting the sentiments measured into emotional buckets.

    By Jan. 12, 2017
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    Verifone, FIS team to let consumers pay for purchases with rewards points

    When shoppers present a loyalty-linked card payment on a Verifone device, it will prompt them if enough points are available to pay for items.   

    By Jan. 12, 2017
  • Wal-Mart tries Scan and Go again to bypass checkout lines

    The relaunched smartphone app only works at the mega-retailer's Rogers, AR location, but could revolutionize the way people shop across all of its stores.

    By Keith Loria • Jan. 12, 2017
  • DC first US city to test droid food delivery

    Autonomous delivery methods, either by flying or ground-based drones, are popping up more frequently in the wake of successful tests.

    By David Kirkpatrick • Jan. 12, 2017
  • Target accepting applications for next Techstars retail accelerator program

    More than 150 mentors gave more than 500 hours of their time and expertise to selected retail tech startups during the first round of the program.

    By Jan. 11, 2017
  • PayPal taps into Discover's tokenization, Cashback Bonus program

    The new agreement allows Discover cardholders to use their Cashback Bonus at PayPal's online and mobile merchant partners.

    By Jan. 11, 2017
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    NRF: Retail's Big Show

    iQmetrix is powering a significant shift in retail – one that’s helping retailers redefine the in-store experience.

    Jan. 11, 2017
  • Instacart under fire from personal shoppers over pay changes

    Shoppers are complaining that changes in tipping and pay rate policies have left them making less money than before.

    By Jan. 10, 2017
  • Nike debuts Paul George signature shoe this week

    The PG1's debut coincides with George's Indiana Pacers taking on the Denver Nuggets in a special NBA game tipping off in London.

    By Jan. 10, 2017
  • Deep Dive

    7 trends that will disrupt and define retail in 2017

    As the dust settles from a record-shattering holiday shopping season, the retail industry turns its focus to a new year — along with new opportunities and challenges. Here’s what you can expect.

    By Jason Ankeny • Jan. 10, 2017
  • Diebold Nixdorf unveils small-footprint self-checkout system

    The Extreme Self-Checkout Concept is less than 10 inches wide, supports cash card and contactless payments, and integrates an EMV chip reader to help mitigate card fraud.

    By Jan. 9, 2017