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

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How artificial intelligence is shaping retail

More retailers are leaning on AI as a tool, tapping into the tech to improve customer service and support supply chain functions.

By Retail Dive staff

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

4G could mean £1.8B for UK retail—but who will grab it?

Connections are lagging for many users, but mobile retail could see a big upswing.

By Philip Nations • April 4, 2013

Retailers aren't jumping to add Wi-Fi, and here's why

Wi-Fi access can ease customer experiences, but stores have to step up and fight for screen time.

By Philip Nations • April 1, 2013

What do stores know about customers?

And how much should they know? Here are some examples.

By Roger Riddell • March 28, 2013

New Wal-Mart plan would pay customers to deliver purchases

The retail giant's entry into the "crowd-sourcing" arena is still in the early planning stages.

By Roger Riddell • March 28, 2013

Rite Aid suffers website outages Tuesday afternoon

The cause of the downtime is still unexplained.

By Roger Riddell • March 26, 2013

Brands are reportedly missing 88% of local consumer feedback

Most brands large and small alike are missing valuable local-channel feedback on social media.

By Roger Riddell • March 26, 2013

Europeans choose Amazon over other online retailers

Amazon dominated e-commerce in Europe in December.

By Roger Riddell • March 25, 2013

CVS/pharmacy launches 3-D interactive iPad app

The app allows users to navigate a virtual CVS store on their tablets.

By Roger Riddell • March 25, 2013

Physical retailers must transform the in-store experience to survive

Shopkick is among several startups developing apps to assist in developing a new physical retail experience.

By Roger Riddell • March 25, 2013

Tech Cinderella story Nasty Gal is country's 'fastest growing retailer'

The online fashion retailer nearly topped $100 million in sales last year.

By Roger Riddell • March 25, 2013

Some online retailers expanding into bricks-and-mortar locations

More online retailers offering products that customers prefer to view in person are venturing into physical storefronts.

By Roger Riddell • March 22, 2013

Starmount partnership brings mPOS to hundreds of Unicomer Brands stores

Unicomer Brands operates hundreds of stores in Central America, the Caribbean, Ecuador and the U.S.

By Roger Riddell • March 22, 2013

IMG Fashion and JOOR partnership set to benefit small retailers

The deal will put more brands in front of more retailers and level the playing field for small retailers.

By Roger Riddell • March 21, 2013

eBay courts Amazon's sellers with new fee structures

The new rules will likely have all but the highest sellers paying less to list and sell items.

By Roger Riddell • March 21, 2013

China set to become largest online retail market by 2020

Its 2012 e-commerce sales are already quickly approaching those of the U.S.

By Roger Riddell • March 21, 2013