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Checkout has arrived on Google.

Google Launches Direct Checkout in Search, Gemini

It was only a matter of time — following in the footsteps of OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Microsoft’s Copilot, Google is launching direct checkout on eligible product listings in the AI…

News January 11

The RealReal Cuts Asset Protection Expenses 60% with AI-Powered Video Solution

The RealReal, a leader in the high-volume consignment industry, requires advanced security and asset protection to safeguard the high-end luxury watches, bags and bracelets that it accepts for resale every…

Features January 9
Pacsun is reinventing the brand app with a new co-creation platform.

Pacsun Looks Beyond the Standard App with New Co-Creation Platform

Pacsun has launched a new digital platform, PS Community Hub, designed to bridge digital community engagement with real-world product creation to drive authentic content that resonates with consumers. The platform…

News January 9
Microsoft has launched checkout in its AI assistant Copilot.

Etsy, Shopify Among Early Partners for Microsoft’s Copilot Checkout

Microsoft is following ChatGPT’s lead with the debut of checkout capabilities in its AI-powered assistant Copilot. Among the launch partners for the experience are PayPal, Shopify, Stripe and Etsy, all…

News January 9

Walmart Launches Digital Healthcare Hub, Lowers Prices on 1,000+ Wellness Items

Walmart is doing its part for all those hardy souls who promised that this would be the year they would take better care of themselves. The retail giant has launched…

News January 9

Macy’s to Close 14 Underperforming Stores Even as it Touts ‘Bold New Chapter’ Performance

Macy’s will close 14 underperforming stores in 12 states across the country this year, even as CEO Tony Spring reported stronger performance from Macy’s “Reimagine 125” stores and its luxury…

News January 9

From Collectible AR Cards to Blockchain Games: How to Revitalize Loyalty Programs

Loyalty programs remain a powerful tool for businesses. According to last year’s Statista survey, a third of marketers believe their company earns five to seven times more from these programs…

Executive Viewpoints January 9

Nvidia Survey: 58% of Retail/CPG Firms Actively Deploying AI

A recent survey by AI solution provider Nvidia reflects the remarkably rapid growth of this technology over the past year. Based on responses from hundreds of CPG and retail executives,…

News January 8

GameStop Closing up to 200 Stores this Month as Board Approves $35B Performance-Based Pay Package for CEO

A December 2025 GameStop SEC filing revealed that the struggling video game retailer planned to close a “significant number” of brick-and-mortar stores during its FY 2025, which ends Jan. 31,…

News January 8
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