Albertsons offers Uber One subscription perks to loyalty membersMembers of both the free and paid Albertsons loyalty programs have access to free trials of the Uber One paid subscription program. Target adds AI in-store personalization, gamification features to appTarget is attempting to make shopping in its stores a more personal – and fun – experience. Survey: Canadian small businesses to scale back holiday promotions Small businesses north of the border are bracing for weaker spending from consumers this holiday season. Price comparison app Grocery Dealz integrates with Instacart A mobile app that streamlines finding and purchasing groceries at the best prices is giving users access to a major online delivery platform. Giant Eagle expands mobile promotions offering to include payment Giant Eagle shoppers who use the Upside personalized promotional app can now make secure mobile payments and receive cash back. Venmo rolls out new rewards program for debit card A digital payments app is introducing a rewards offering designed to incentivize greater consumer engagement with its debit card and other products. Amazon launches low-cost holiday sale to compete with Alibaba Amazon is taking on the annual Alibaba 11.11 Global Shopping Festival via its bargain-priced Amazon Haul online storefront and app. Black Friday week starts at Amazon Nov. 20 Amazon continues its early holiday promotional activity with a 12-day Black Friday-Cyber Monday sale that begins before Thanksgiving. Kohl’s gets head start on Black Friday Kohl’s Corp. is celebrating Black Friday throughout November and and is introducing a new gamified digital experience as part of its holiday plans. Retail Technology News: October update Here are some of the most noteworthy and innovative technology stories as reported by Chain Store Age in October, starting with the most recent. First Previous 15 16 17 18 19 Next Last