Recycled cotton company Recover raises $100M in funding led by Goldman Sachs

The latest round of funding speaks to the need for innovation in an industry that creates tons of waste annually.

By Dani James • June 13, 2022

Hype vs. Not Hype: Data reveals consumer preferences for sustainability and the metaverse

What do consumers really expect from shopping sustainably, virtually and more?

June 13, 2022

Explore the Trendline➔

Digital innovation and technology trends in retail

Generative AI and TikTok Shop have replaced the metaverse and NFTs as the hot topics of the day — here’s a look at how brands are using them.

By Retail Dive staff

Timberland brings boot innovation to the metaverse with Fortnite island

The custom space features a virtual iteration of its real-world design lab and varied biomes for visitors to explore wearing experimental “Metaboots.”

By Peter Adams • June 10, 2022

Amazon launches virtual try-on for shoes

The new mobile feature, currently only available on iOS, allows customers to try on thousands of shoe styles from brands like Puma and Reebok.

By Dani James • June 9, 2022

Twitter releases Product Drops feature to let shoppers track new merchandise

Users of the social media platform can select a “remind me” button when a brand tweets about an upcoming launch to be notified when it’s about to drop.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 9, 2022

Forever 21, Barbie launch summer collection available in the metaverse

The limited-edition Barbie Summer 2022 Collection will be available online, in stores and at the Forever 21 Shop City on Roblox.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 8, 2022

H&M tests smart mirrors at COS stores in a bid for a more personalized experience

Fitting room mirrors can identify products, including the size and color, and provide customized product or styling recommendations.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 7, 2022

Apple joins buy now, pay later boom

Apple Pay Later will let users split the cost of an Apple Pay purchase into four equal payments over a six-week period, with no interest or fees. 

By Jonathan Berr • June 7, 2022

Tommy Hilfiger expands Roblox partnership

The company joins other retailers who have worked with the platform, despite surveys showing not all consumers fully comprehend the metaverse yet.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 6, 2022

The unmissable retail impact of leveraging the right PropTech solution

See how Aspire's iEstate solution helped an iconic fashion retailer to digitalize leasing processes.

June 6, 2022

The power of more Curiously Human™ digital experiences in retail

LivePerson’s AI-powered Conversational Cloud™ helps brands build meaningful relationships with their consumers, while delivering real business outcomes.

June 6, 2022

The Honest Company hires EVP of operations, R&D

The DTC brand has hired new executive leaders to steer future growth following its 2021 IPO.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 3, 2022

Pinterest to acquire AI shopping platform The Yes

The Yes, which was founded by former Stitch Fix COO Julie Bornstein, furthers Pinterest's goal of being a personalized shopping destination.

By Dani James • June 3, 2022

Fashionphile opens authentication center, showroom in NYC

The 60,000-square-foot space allows consumers to shop in person, and also houses procurement offices for customers looking to sell.

By Dani James • June 2, 2022

What Trunk Club's demise says about apparel subscriptions

Customers who engage with Nordstrom's stylists, online or in stores, spend more time and money at the retailer. So it's going outside the box.

By Daphne Howland • June 2, 2022

Foot Locker hires first chief strategy and transformation officer

Neil Bansal brings experience in digital, innovation and strategy, as the retailer focuses on diversifying its brands and integrating recent acquisitions.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 2, 2022

Prada plans monthly product, NFT drops

The brand will host 24-hour online events, starting June 2, where shoppers in select areas can buy limited-edition items and receive accompanying NFTs.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 1, 2022

Gucci opens persistent digital space on Roblox

With Gucci Town, the luxury brand is demonstrating its commitment to the metaverse with a hub that will evolve over time.

By Chris Kelly • May 31, 2022

Dollar General piloting self-checkout-only stores

The test will involve about 200 of the discount retailer's 18,000-plus locations and run throughout 2022, Chief Operating Officer Jeff Owen said. 

By Sam Silverstein • May 31, 2022

GameStop launches digital wallet for cryptocurrency, NFTs

The video game retailer is officially expanding into a new business category following its disappointing Q4 earnings report in March.

By Dani James • May 26, 2022

Pacsun opens metaverse store, auctions NFTs

The retailer is venturing into cryptocurrency and the metaverse to attract Gen Z shoppers.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 26, 2022

Google reimagines search beyond '10 blue links'

At its Marketing Live event, the tech giant expressed a desire to steer digital advertising toward more interactive features, including AR shopping ads in search results.

By Peter Adams • May 26, 2022

Snapchat users can now share eBay listings

The integration allows eBay sellers to promote products on Snapchat, adding to the social platform's e-commerce features.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 26, 2022

Chatbot startup Zowie raises $14M in Series A funding

The company will use the funds to hire more employees and expand its product.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 25, 2022

Walmart is building capacity to deliver 1M packages a year by drone

DroneUp and the retailer aim to have delivery hubs set up at 34 facilities by the end of 2022.

By Max Garland • May 25, 2022