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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 Dan O'Shea • Jan. 12, 2017 -
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 Dan O'Shea • Jan. 12, 2017 -
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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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 Dan O'Shea • 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 Dan O'Shea • Jan. 11, 2017 -
Sponsored by iQmetrix
NRF: Retail's Big Show
iQmetrix is powering a significant shift in retail – one that’s helping retailers redefine the in-store experience.
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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 Dan O'Shea • 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 Dan O'Shea • 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 Dan O'Shea • Jan. 9, 2017 -
Retrieved from Nike on September 22, 2016
Nike: Self-lacing HyperAdapt shoe a hit, new models coming soon
Advancements in manufacturing could get future editions to market more quickly, and potentially at a lower cost than the current $720 price tag, Nike said.
By Dan O'Shea • Jan. 9, 2017 -
Deep DiveHow Amazon Go will transform the grocery experience
The online behemoth's register-free store disrupts the landscape, but does more convenience take away from what food shopping has always been?
By Keith Loria • Jan. 9, 2017 -
Sponsored by WD Partners
The DNA of the "Digital Native Audience" (DNA)
The Digital Native Audience has been raised in the era of the Internet and smartphones, so they shop and think differently than previous generations.
Jan. 9, 2017 -
Uber opens up access to its collected traffic data
The ride-sharing company's information could be very valuable for shipping and logistics companies as they look for the most efficient possible routes for delivering packages.
By Dan O'Shea • Jan. 8, 2017 -
Amazon concerned about leaving drone regulations to individual states
The e-commerce giant warns that a state-by-state patchwork of U.S. drone regulations could endanger the emerging drone delivery environment.
By Dan O'Shea • Jan. 8, 2017 -
Ford adding Amazon Alexa capabilities to some of its cars
Ford’s self-described “Alexa on the go” capabilities will include voice-driven orders of Amazon products, the ability to listen to audiobooks, get directions and more.
By Dan O'Shea • Jan. 5, 2017 -
Under Armour teams with NFL's Tom Brady for high-tech sleepwear
The sleepwear includes “bioceramic particles that absorb infrared wavelengths emitted by the body and reflect back Far Infrared, helping the body recover faster while promoting better sleep.”
By Dan O'Shea • Jan. 5, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Food for thought: 7 trends set to define grocery retail in 2017
Online grocery, last-mile shipping, social media marketing, product transparency and differentiated shopping experiences will highlight the year ahead.
By Sandy Skrovan • Jan. 5, 2017 -
Gap testing virtual dressing room app for Google Tango smartphones
The DressingRoom app allows shoppers to overlay different clothes and outfits to see how they look from a variety of angles before making a buying decision.
By Dan O'Shea • Jan. 4, 2017 -
LG introduces smart refrigerator with Amazon Alexa-enabled grocery ordering
The Smart InstaView refrigerator, powered by LG’s own webOS software platform and equipped with Wi-Fi connectivity, also can use the Alexa voice assistant technology to search recipes, play music and add items to a shopping list.
By Dan O'Shea • Jan. 4, 2017 -
Deep Dive
The 7 trends that will shape apparel retail in 2017
Technology, integration, innovation and personalization will be all the rage in fashion retail during the year ahead.
By Lara Ewen • Jan. 4, 2017 -
Amazon's one-click patent nearing expiration date
So-called “utility” patents expire 20 years after the patent filing date — in this case, Sept. 12, 1997 — meaning that other retailers will soon be able to use the one-click function without having to license it from Amazon.
By Dan O'Shea • Jan. 3, 2017 -
Deep Dive
How tech drove retailer turnaround efforts in 2016
Staples, Sears and J.C. Penney were among the big sector names leaning on tech innovation to help steer their comeback narratives and position themselves for growth in 2017.
By Dan O'Shea • Jan. 3, 2017 -
Amazon lands patent for 'airborne fulfillment center' to aid drone deliveries
The blimp-like fulfillment center concept intends to stock products for drones in order to assist them in filling orders as quickly as possible.
By Dan O'Shea • Dec. 29, 2016
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