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3 Keys to Breaking into More Marketplaces
Marketplaces have become go-to destinations for consumers to browse a vast breadth of products and brands. For many, it’s the first place they go to search for items related to…
Features August 22
Sephora Debuts Contactless Payment via Associates’ iPhones
Sephora will be the first U.S. retailer to offer Tap to Pay on iPhone, which allows associates to accept contactless payments using their iPhones without requiring a dedicated payments card…
News August 22
Macy’s Plans to Add 4 Small-Format Stores by November
Macy’s will open four of its off-mall, smaller-format stores throughout the late summer and fall. These 30,000- to 50,000-square-foot locations will offer a curated assortment of Macy’s fashion, beauty, luxury…
News August 22
Amazon Brings Back Shipping Service for Sellers
Amazon has relaunched its ground shipping services for sellers after pausing operations in 2020. The offering, Amazon Shipping, allows sellers to deliver orders made through Amazon and other ecommerce sites…
News August 22
HSN and Fanatics Form Licensed Merch Partnership
HSN and Fanatics have announced a new partnership designed to give fans access to an extensive collection of high-quality products from several major sports leagues. Fanatics will be HSN’s official…
News August 22
The INFORM Act Curbs Online Fraud, Poses Business and Tech Challenges
The INFORM (Integrity, Notification, and Fairness in Online Retail Marketplaces) Consumers Act, which went into effect in late June 2023, marks a significant step forward in curbing online fraud by…
Executive Viewpoints August 22
Etsy Adds Baby Registry to Gifting Options
Not even nine months after introducing its wedding registry in May 2023, Etsy has delivered a new baby registry service for shoppers. Current and expecting parents can register for personalized…
News August 21
Q2 Results Roundup: Walmart and TJX Shine, Target and Home Depot Stumble
The nation’s two biggest big-box retailers, Walmart and Target, reported markedly different results for their second quarters. For the three-month period ending July 28, 2023, Walmart’s net sales increased 5.4%…
News August 21
