Pinterest tests body type search feature

Powered by artificial intelligence, the company is using tech to increase body representation on its platform. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 11, 2023

Beyond transactions: Checkout innovation to launch at NRF 2024

Experience the new wave of retail for yourself at NRF 2024, where data-driven insights, AI, and more come together to craft an unparalleled retail experience.

Dec. 11, 2023

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How retailers are deploying in-store technology

Payment systems, self-checkout stations and home visualization tech are just a few of the areas getting attention from retailers as they rethink the store experience.

By Retail Dive staff

Consumers state high intent to buy more online in 2024: survey

While Amazon is the preferred e-commerce retailer overall, Walmart is the top pick for online grocery shopping, a Bank of America survey found.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 5, 2023

Brooks Running posts record 14% increase in Cyber Monday sales

Nearly half of those sales were from new customers. The athletics brand also reported an 8% year-over-year increase in online sales on Black Friday.

By Howard Ruben • Dec. 4, 2023

Staples hit by cyberattack during critical Cyber Week sales push

The office supply retailer expects to fully catch up on back orders after online processing and deliveries were briefly disrupted.

By David Jones • Dec. 4, 2023

Best Buy to offer deliveries via DoorDash

The partnership marks the first national consumer electronics retailer available on the DoorDash marketplace. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 30, 2023

How Walmart’s shoppable rom-com bridges holiday content, commerce

Ads on TikTok, Roku and YouTube show an assortment meant to balance “inspiration and impulse” this season, according to Chief Marketing Officer William White.

By Peter Adams • Nov. 29, 2023

TVs, PS5s and Airpods dominate social media product mentions during holiday shopping weekend: report

Over 2.3 million posts from Friday through Sunday mentioned holiday shopping, Black Friday or Cyber Monday, according to Sprout Social. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 28, 2023

Black Friday orders through Klarna jump nearly 30%

As consumers feel the pinch of inflation, some are turning to installment payment services to stretch their budgets.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 28, 2023

Home gym company Tonal partners with Best Buy

The brand’s products can be purchased on Best Buy’s website in what the DTC company says is a “large-scale retail expansion.”

By Kaarin Moore • Nov. 27, 2023

Walmart is widening the gap with Amazon in grocery e-commerce, report finds

The retailer's share of the online grocery market will expand to nearly 27% by the end of 2024, while Amazon’s will slip to 18.5%, according to Insider Intelligence.

By Sam Silverstein • Nov. 27, 2023

Crate and Barrel debuts virtual store

The immersive experience, based on its new NYC flagship store, lets users take an interactive tour of eight rooms and request free services from design experts.

By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • Nov. 21, 2023

Kohl’s CEO shifts focus back to stores: ‘The digital business is really what’s bringing us down’

The department store notched more declines in Q3. But store comps were stronger, thanks in part to its Sephora partnership, and margins grew.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 21, 2023

Adore Me launches sustainability accelerator

The Victoria's Secret-owned lingerie brand is working with four startups on technology to lessen the impact of manufacturing processes.

By Dani James • Nov. 21, 2023

Retailers brace for cyberthreat feast ahead of Thanksgiving shopping weekend

A rise in social engineering and generative AI pose increased risks as phishing attacks and ransomware gain speed and grow more sophisticated.

By David Jones • Nov. 21, 2023

Kohl’s touts virtual holiday events

Except for a one-day holiday “Kohl’s Storybook Magic” pop-up in New York City, the retailer is highlighting social media, livestreams and other interactive opportunities online.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 20, 2023

Party City taps supply chain platform TradeBeyond to improve inventory, vendor operations

Less than a year after declaring bankruptcy, the retailer is investing in its supply chain.

By Kelly Stroh • Nov. 20, 2023

Amazon confirms ‘several hundred’ will be let go from Alexa unit

The decision comes during a year when the e-commerce giant has eliminated tens of thousands of roles.

By Nate Delesline III • Nov. 17, 2023

Simon introduces AI-driven holiday shopping tool

The HolidAI Gift Finder experience will roll out at two properties — one in New York and another in California — this season. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 17, 2023

NRF releases 4 principles for AI use in retail

The organization is providing a framework to encourage the proper application of artificial intelligence technology. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 16, 2023

Amazon unveils heavy-lifting warehouse robot Titan

A fulfillment center in San Antonio is the first to use the technology in its operations to carry larger and bulkier items.

By Max Garland • Nov. 15, 2023

Pottery Barn launches new mobile app

Customers can virtually preview products in their homes, track and manage registries and chat with a design expert. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 15, 2023

Amid another leadership shakeup, Nike hires ex-Amazon Fashion chief

Muge Erdirik Dogan spent 16 years at the e-commerce giant, leading the apparel business for three. Her hire is just one of a slew of changes Nike announced.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 15, 2023

Poshmark’s Secondhand Sunday returns with live shopping events

The resale platform, which launched the holiday last year, is hosting live events and encouraging shoppers to embrace circular fashion during the season.

By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • Nov. 15, 2023

Amazon expands Buy with Prime features in time for the holidays

Prime members can access a live chat, streamlined returns and order tracking when they use Buy with Prime on other brands’ online stores. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 15, 2023