eBay unveils shoppable touchscreen in newest retail expansion

Will the company continue to expand its partnership with physical retailers?

By Philip Nations • June 7, 2013

Al Gore urges online retailers to have a global mindset

Gore spoke to Internet Retailer Conference & Exhibition attendees with a call to action as mobile becomes important across the globe.

By Brian Warmoth • June 6, 2013

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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

Fresh Market tests new GE retail lighting design

How will the new lighting affect the company's bottom line?

By Philip Nations • June 5, 2013

10 retail analysts and firms you need to follow on Twitter

These analysts and firms are among the best resources for the latest retail industry research and developments on Twitter.

By Roger Riddell • May 31, 2013

New smartphone app engages in-store retail consumers

Is the app replacing human salespersons in brick-and-mortar merchants?

By Philip Nations • May 31, 2013

Credit companies could be using social media to screen consumers

Can social media help merchants better understand consumer identity?

By Philip Nations • May 30, 2013

5 retailers who figured out how to use Instagram

Would any of these strategies work for you?

By Davide Savenije • May 30, 2013

These 10 mobile apps are shaking up retail

From payment solutions to exclusive offers, mobile devices are changing traditional approaches to business in the retail world.

By Roger Riddell • May 30, 2013

Popular mobile phones get set to hit retail market

How soon are the new devices expected for a same-day release?

By Philip Nations • May 29, 2013

Neiman Marcus bites back at tech patent trolls

The luxury retailer isn't the only one getting fed up with uninvited licensing fee demands.

By Brian Warmoth • May 28, 2013

48% of online shopping now takes place on mobile devices

Consumers spent of a respectable $50 billion in online retail during the first quarter of 2013, according to comScore. Mobile shopping has been a key area of growth; nearly half of the time spent online shopping takes place on a smartphone or tablet.

By Eli Dickinson • May 15, 2013

This is what a mobile shopper looks like

Just because consumers purchase less on mobile vs. PC doesn't mean that retailers can't use the phone to drive sales. Forrester provides data that paints a profile of this high value customer.

By Ryan Willumson • May 15, 2013

GE plans last ditch effort in retail appliances

The company will make one final bid to stand out against competitors.

By Philip Nations • May 15, 2013

Google rumored to launch brick-and-mortar stores for Google Glass

The company could have Google Glass stores up and running by 2014.

By Philip Nations • May 9, 2013

Staples puts 3D printers on the shelf

Is the device the wave of the future for consumers?

By Philip Nations • May 8, 2013

Target partners with Wired editors to promote consumer electronics

Can the campaign expose in-store shoppers to new technology?

By Philip Nations • May 2, 2013

Social media could be the key for online retail sales

Is the recent trend becoming a vital part of brick-and-mortar success?

By Philip Nations • May 2, 2013

Square makes retail play with big new hire

Experience from PayPal and Safeway could go a long way.

By Brian Warmoth • May 2, 2013

EBay to open innovative pop-up shop with iconic New York brand

Will storefront innovation continue to be a trend for the company?

By Philip Nations • May 1, 2013

Retail software company initiates live dashboard for retail data

The Mac “command center” will offer real-time sales and inventory data.

By Philip Nations • April 25, 2013

Groupon targets location based services to remain competitive

Many mobile apps are offering the service but will one emerge?

By Philip Nations • April 24, 2013

Retail surveillance cameras are catching more than in-store activity

Law enforcement agencies are now utilizing the footage to solve major crimes.

By Philip Nations • April 23, 2013

Retail cameras ID Boston Marathon bombing suspects

High-tech retail surveillance cameras have been invaluable for police.

By Philip Nations • April 19, 2013

Retailers failing to fend off, report customer info hacks

Better precautionary measures now can save headaches for retailers and customers alike in the event of a data breach.

By Brian Warmoth • April 15, 2013

Analyst claims Apple will launch 'fabled' merchandise in 2013

The device is rumored to be launched sooner than expected.

By Philip Nations • April 11, 2013