Technology: Page 228


  • Target's new CIO has major tech security credentials

    The new hire is part of Target's strategy to recover from a major data breach late last year. 

    By April 30, 2014
  • Twitter's 'Website Card' aims to drive users to retail sites

    The social media network’s new ad unit helps marketers by providing eye-catching content.

    By April 29, 2014
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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
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    Many shoppers access websites or mobile, then go to the store

    Some abandoned shopping carts on retailer websites may actually be serving as wish lists for brick-and-mortar shopping.

    By April 29, 2014
  • Bitcoin value falls in the face of more regulations

    With China and other countries stepping up regulations, bitcoin exchanges are forced to respond.

    By April 28, 2014
  • DKNY adopts unique new wearable app

    The technology allows smartphone users to identify apparel and accessories with an embedded chip. 

    By April 28, 2014
  • QueVision harnesses data to cut checkout lines

    An infrared camera system predicts checkout needs so customer wait times can be curtailed.

    By April 25, 2014
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    Survey finds most shoppers say no to in-store tracking

    Even mobile app users have been slow to adapt to in-store mobile shopping technologies.

    By April 24, 2014
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    Visual search tech startup Slyce makes moves

    Toronto-based Slyce has secured $10.75 million in funding and says it’s close to unleashing its Amazon Flow-like technology.

    By April 23, 2014
  • Bra fitting? There's an app for that

    Lingerie startup ThirdLove may have struck gold with a new app helping women find a better fit. 

    By April 22, 2014
  • Retailmenot swallows up shopping app Pickie

    The content-catalog app has shut down immediately, and its team will transition from New York to Austin.

    By April 17, 2014
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    Users trust retailers with data, somewhat

    While digital users trust retailers more than the government or marketers, they want more regulation to protect their data.

    By April 17, 2014
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    M-commerce up 100% in Q1

    Retail sales via smartphones and websites are up over last year, thanks in part to improvements in apps and websites.

    By April 17, 2014
  • Image-based search ads proliferating

    Pictures are beginning to drive paid search spending, and much of the growth is in m-commerce.

    By April 17, 2014
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    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 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 April 16, 2014
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    Hispanic millennials are America's great mobile-first demographic

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

    By April 15, 2014
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    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 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 April 14, 2014
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    Consumers using mobile to shop, not always to buy

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

    By April 14, 2014
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    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
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    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 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 April 9, 2014
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    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
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    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 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 April 2, 2014