Advanced analytics drive supply chain efficiencies

Leading retailers are now focusing on aligning their supply chain with their omnichannel customer aspirations.

Aug. 9, 2021

Instacart hires Facebook exec as new president

Carolyn Everson is joining the e-commerce provider following the recent appointment of CEO Fidji Simo, a fellow alum of the social media platform.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Aug. 5, 2021

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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

CB Insights: Retail tech funding surpasses $31B in Q2

As retailers lean into technology to solve immediate and long-term issues, investments in the space have tripled from last year, the firm found.

By Maria Monteros • Aug. 4, 2021

Inside Alibaba’s digital-first club store

Store X is the online retailer's answer to Costco in a format that has caught fire in China as incomes rise and consumers look for new shopping experiences.

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 4, 2021

The convenience of buy now, pay later creates risks: Fitch

Fast underwriting, low credit barriers and lack of reporting are hallmarks of a fast-growing market for the credit services.

By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 3, 2021

Reebok's new AR tool helps basketball players set up their own courts

An effort aimed at empowering city youth includes a short film and playable basketball art installations in markets like New York. 

By Peter Adams • Aug. 3, 2021

Gopuff raises another $1B to fuel rapid growth

The delivery company, which is now valued at $15 billion, will use the funding to expand to new locations, hire talent and build out its technology.

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 2, 2021

Square to acquire buy now, pay later player Afterpay for $29B

The acquisition underscores Square CEO Jack Dorsey's ambitious plans to build a merchant and banking empire in new directions globally.

By Lynne Marek • Aug. 2, 2021

PayPal builds services as eBay breaks away

The digital payments company's second quarter net income slumped as it took a bigger blow than expected from "ripping off the eBay band aid."

By Lynne Marek • Aug. 2, 2021

Everyday e-commerce: How new ways of paying accelerated new ways of buying

Whether it's the purchases themselves or the payment methods, digital platforms are now an integral part of the retail experience.

By Claire Gates, CCO PPRO • Aug. 2, 2021

Klarna acquires platform that connects content creators, retailers

Apprl allows companies to create social shopping content and track campaign results as the payments company increases its marketing services.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 30, 2021

Shopify keeps up blazing growth with revenue up 57%

The e-commerce services provider also announced what it said was its largest investment ever in its online store platform. 

By Ben Unglesbee • July 29, 2021

Twitter debuts tool that lets users shop on brand profiles

The Shop Module feature, which allows businesses to display products on their profiles, will initially be available to a few U.S. companies.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 29, 2021

E-commerce skyrocketed during the pandemic. Now Instagram, Facebook and Snapchat want in.

New in-app shopping features have enticed consumers to shop as they scroll.

By Maria Monteros • July 29, 2021

Athleta launches digital wellness platform 'AthletaWell'

Gap Inc.'s activewear retailer partnered with at-home workout company Obé Fitness as part of its transformation into a lifestyle brand.

By Daphne Howland • July 28, 2021

Walmart to sell its omnichannel capabilities to other businesses

The retailer has partnered with Adobe to give small and mid-sized retailers access to its pickup and delivery technology.

By Maria Monteros • July 28, 2021

Pinterest rolls out new monetization features for creators

Users can make commissions through affiliate links, partner with brands and make content shoppable as the platform deepens its relationship with creators.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 28, 2021

Express pilots commission-based influencer program

Following revenue declines and staff cuts, the company hopes its new program will draw in online shoppers.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 27, 2021

Tap-to-phone payments expected to gain traction, industry experts say

As the need for mobile point-of-sale devices grows, companies are looking toward smartphones to streamline contactless payments.

By Vaidik Trivedi • July 27, 2021

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. hires chief technology, digital officer

The brand has tapped Samir Desai to oversee the company's technological initiatives in a newly created role.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 26, 2021

Mercari, Uber expand local delivery program

Through the ride-hailing app's network of delivery people, sellers and buyers exchange products on-demand without leaving their homes. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 23, 2021

Verishop debuts social shopping experience with Snapchat

Through the app's AR tools, users can virtually try on fashion and beauty products from brands like Ganni, Bebe, Saie and Blume.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 22, 2021

Bed Bath & Beyond to open redesigned NYC flagship

The 92,000-square-foot space features a new layout, in-store digital shopping tools and a Casper shop-in-shop.

By Caroline Jansen • July 21, 2021

TikTok to launch workshops to support small businesses

The Small Biz Block Party series is open to owners and employees who want to learn industry tools and tactics to grow their business.

By Maria Monteros • July 21, 2021

Ipsy launches social media challenge to search for next gen creators

Ten finalists will be awarded paid contracts, while one overall winner will receive a $30,000 cash bonus.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 20, 2021