E-commerce fraud prevention startup Forter raises $300M

The recent funding round, which the company will use to expand its global ecosystem, brings the company's valuation to $3 billion.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 26, 2021

DTC marketplace The Fascination raises $1M in seed funding

After founding mattress brand Leesa, David Wolfe and Matt Hayes launched the marketplace last year to showcase established and emerging DTC brands.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 21, 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

Ikea evokes vacation-inspired home renovations with Pinterest quiz

After answering three questions from a chatbot, shoppers will receive a personalized Pinterest board of design tips and product recommendations.

By Natalie Black (Koltun) • May 21, 2021

Google boosts e-commerce push with new tech, Shopify partnership

New mobile-first rollouts announced at this year's I/O conference seek to attract marketers as consumers continue to flock to e-commerce.

By Asa Hiken • May 21, 2021

Poshmark, Snap team up on social shopping experience

The partnership lets users explore curated Poshmark products and attend virtual shopping events within the Snapchat app.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 20, 2021

Why Eastbay turned to video to drive engagement during the pandemic

Champs Sports has been building up its content series for years, and Senior Vice President Guy Harkless sees benefits in Eastbay following its lead.

By Cara Salpini • May 19, 2021

Facebook launches summer livestream shopping series

The social media giant joins other livestream shopping newcomers and veterans vying for homebound consumers' attention.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 19, 2021

What's old is new: Brands craving connection with consumers turn to livestreaming

Video e-commerce is going live in the U.S., and retailers are pinning their hopes on its success.

By Maria Monteros • May 19, 2021

Wacoal releases bra fit app

The AI-powered tech determines sizing and recommends products as a way to replicate an in-store fitting experience for online shoppers.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 18, 2021

Walmart to acquire virtual fitting room startup Zeekit

The testing technology's three founders — Yael Vizel, Alon Kristal and Nir Appleboim — will join Walmart as part of the deal. 

By Maria Monteros • May 13, 2021

The digital Saks raises $465M in debt capital to fuel growth

The funding is aimed at helping the newly separated e-commerce company capitalize on an expanding market in online luxury retail. 

By Ben Unglesbee • May 13, 2021

Report: Retail tech investments at fastest run rate in 5 years

The enhancement of supply chain and omnichannel capabilities continue to drive funding as retailers approach a post-pandemic world, CB Insights found.

By Maria Monteros • May 12, 2021

David's Bridal launches 24-hour YouTube Live channel

The streaming channel will offer continuous inspiration as the retailer positions itself to be the premier wedding planning expert. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 12, 2021

MySize debuts virtual fit avatar tool

With customers buying online more and frequently returning ill-fitting items, the tool aims to help shoppers find the right fit up front.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 10, 2021

PayPal forecasts boom in QR-code payments

The company is betting digital and alternative payment option trends, like buy now pay later, will persist even after the pandemic subsides. 

By Vaidik Trivedi • May 10, 2021

The changing role of the CIO in retail

As the pandemic recedes, many retail leaders recognize that some of the quick decisions that had to be made in 2020 may not have been the best long-term decisions. 

May 10, 2021

GameStop upgraded as it raises cash for turnaround and pays off debt

After raising more than half a billion dollars from a stock market bullish on the retailer, it has more flexibility to invest in digital efforts.

By Ben Unglesbee • May 7, 2021

Groupon redesigns mobile app, site with personalized features

The new experience emphasizes unique recommendations and more tailored search functionality, and makes repeat purchases easier.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 6, 2021

Bobbi Brown Cosmetics debuts digital beauty consultations

In partnership with Perfect Corp., the company will set users up with a beauty expert to try on makeup and get personalized recommendations.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 6, 2021

Uber and Gopuff link up on 'everyday essentials' e-shop

Gopuff will power the white-label platform for Uber Eats, which will launch in 95 cities this June and expand nationwide in the summer.

By Jeff Wells • May 6, 2021

RFID's e-commerce growth spurt

The need for visibility drove companies to invest in solutions for their complete supply chain while Adidas is using the technology to verify provenance.

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • May 5, 2021

Snapchat bets big on augmented reality's e-commerce future

The social media app has been setting the stage to blend digital commerce with its AR capabilities.

By Maria Monteros • May 5, 2021

Madison Reed introduces video color consultations

The beauty industry has relied on tech tools to service customers sheltering in place.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 4, 2021

E-commerce fraud to surpass $20B in 2021, report finds

Behavioral biometrics and secured APIs can help rein in the rising fraud, according to a recent Juniper report.

By Vaidik Trivedi • May 3, 2021

Macy's workers win battle over mobile app purchases

The retailer can no longer use its Scan and Pay app in departments where employees make commissions, a labor arbitrator has ruled.

By Daphne Howland • May 3, 2021