Heartbleed a mess for retailers

The news that the encryption software needed by most e-commerce sites was compromised has sent the internet into a tizzy.

By Daphne Howland • April 16, 2014

Twitter to monitor tweets, help marketers

With its acquisition of social data firm Gnip, the social network will be able to see more of what users are saying about companies and brands.

By Daphne Howland • April 16, 2014

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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

Hispanic millennials are America's great mobile-first demographic

A look into Hispanic-American millennials may give retailers clues about the future.

By Daphne Howland • April 15, 2014

What retailers must know about patent trolls

Retailers continue to face lawsuits over various patents that affect e-commerce. Some are fighting back in court, but it may be time for legislation.

By Daphne Howland • April 14, 2014

Facebook ad changes lead to defections

Teens and brands are leaving the social network, leading to questions about its value to businesses.

By Daphne Howland • April 14, 2014

Consumers using mobile to shop, not always to buy

The modern shopper looks at several screens, even when buying in the store.

By Daphne Howland • April 14, 2014

Millennial trends and custom publishing: This week's most read stories

Retail Dive joined the conversation surrounding the millennial generation, and as the most read story this week it seems like many were curious how they will change the future of the industry. Other top features looked at the growing trend of custom publishing in omni-channel retail and the use o...

By Kelsey Lindsey • April 11, 2014

Major encryption bug puts retailers on alert

A two-year-old bug that affects the OpenSSL encryption used by most of the Internet requires immediate attention from retailers. 

By Daphne Howland • April 9, 2014

Pinterest a retail dynamo and Twitter may be next

Pinterest is refining its site to increase its utility to retailers and their customers, and Twitter looks to be following suit.

By Daphne Howland • April 9, 2014

It's the age of the millennial: What that means for retail

Retail Dive takes a look at millennials' retail appeal, and how this buzzed-about generation could change the future of the industry. 

By Kelsey Lindsey • April 8, 2014

Mobile wallets stuffed with promise for retailers

Tailored mobile payment systems could save on credit card fees and yield data to boost customer loyalty.

By Daphne Howland • April 7, 2014

Banks drop suit against Target

The suit, filed just last week by two banks, also named the retailer’s online security firm.

By Daphne Howland • April 2, 2014

Pinterest sends most buyers to retailers

And Amazon is the most likely retailer to benefit, a new study shows.

By Daphne Howland • March 31, 2014

Facebook invests in virtual reality, 'the mobile of tomorrow'

The social media company has bet $2 billion on a virtual-reality developer, but what could that mean for retailers?

By Daphne Howland • March 27, 2014

IRS: bitcoin isn't money, it's property

The much-anticipated clarification could launch bitcoin into the mainstream, but discourage its use in some transactions.

By Daphne Howland • March 26, 2014

Most consumers reject mobile privacy invasions

A vast majority say they don’t want to be tracked and don’t trust retailers to protect their privacy.

By Daphne Howland • March 26, 2014

GameStop creates tech institute with Texas A&M

In something of an about-face, the company will explore developing new technologies and retail strategies.

By Daphne Howland • March 26, 2014

Target toys with t-commerce on Cougar Town

The retailer is not letting data or revenue woes deter experiments with the latest in shopping technology. 

By Daphne Howland • March 26, 2014

What a Google store means for retail

Retail Dive explores what this new electronic venture would look like following rumors of Google's first U.S. store opening.

By Gabriel Salkin • March 24, 2014

Wal-Mart launches price comparison tool

Through its new "Savings Catcher" feature, the discount retailer aims to make things easier for customers looking for the lowest price in town.

By Daphne Howland • March 24, 2014

Top tweeters and Millennial loyalty: This week's most popular stories

Hot topics like Target's data breach and fast fashion are scattered in our list of this week's most read stories on Retail Dive. Trends like Millennial shopping and m-commerce also fall into the ranks, as well as a run down of the top 6 retail tech companies to follow on Twitter. Read on ...

By Kelsey Lindsey • March 21, 2014

Will robots replace retail workers?

The “Retail Prophet” says retailers like Kohl’s, Target, and Walmart will have fewer workers thanks to robot technology.

By Daphne Howland • March 21, 2014

Omnichannel: Not just for customers anymore

Retailers are finding creative ways to find the associates they need to take their operations up a notch.

By Daphne Howland • March 20, 2014

ID.me garners millions in new funding

The digital identity card system makes it easier for military and other specialized consumers to get discounts from online retailers.

By Daphne Howland • March 20, 2014

Customer desire for omnichannel shopping proving tough for retailers

Most companies don’t have the operational or technological means to meet today's fulfillment demands.

By Daphne Howland • March 20, 2014