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Listen Now: How Visa is Preparing for the Agentic Commerce Era
Payment infrastructure is without a doubt one of the most crucial and complex elements of retailing, and that complexity is only ramping up as AI agents enter the mix. For…
Features November 12The Hidden Revenue Killer: How Outdated Devices Cost Retailers
Retailers, we have a problem – half of the devices powering frontline operations are running outdated operating systems, leaving them vulnerable to known security risks. And to make matters worse?…
Executive Viewpoints November 121-800-Flowers Adds DoorDash to its Delivery Options
1-800-Flowers.com has added DoorDash to its bouquet of delivery options from nearly 700 florists that are part of BloomNet, 1-800-Flowers’ business network. The retailer expects the partnership to expand more…
News November 11Target Lowers Prices on 3,000 Essential Products, Boosts Food Bank Contributions
With many SNAP recipients still in limbo, low-income consumers are definitely feeling the squeeze, so Target will cut prices this month on 3,000 food, beverage and essential items, including pantry…
News November 11Merchants Protest Visa-Mastercard ‘Swipe Fee’ Settlement, Again
Visa and Mastercard have reached a new settlement with merchants in the “swipe fee” lawsuit that has been working its way through the court system for 20 years. This third…
News November 11How Brands are Boosting Sales with Video on Amazon
Livestream shopping has proven a tough nut to crack in the U.S. despite the format’s wild success in China and other overseas markets. And while livestream commerce is growing in…
Features November 11How AI is Helping Retail Marketers Win the Holiday Season
Every year, retailers gear up for the holiday season, a period full of opportunity, as shoppers are eager to explore products and experience what brands have to offer. It’s a…
Executive Viewpoints November 11Exclusive Q&A: New Helzberg Store Concept Sparkles for Younger Jewelry Shoppers
Jewelry is meant to be timeless, but the process of buying jewelry — particularly big-moment purchases like engagement and wedding rings — has certainly changed. Gone are the days of…
Features November 10The Internet Wasn’t Built for AI; That’s a Problem for Shoppers
AI is reshaping how consumers shop, both on the surface and behind the scenes. From smart recommendations to voice-powered purchasing, the dream of personalized, automated commerce is accelerating. While tech…
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