Technology leaders tops most valuable U.S. brands studyFive technology companies took the top five spots in a new ranking of the most valuable brands. Contextualizing Communication: Chat, Email, Voice InteractionsRetailers of all types are seeking new ways of communicating more directly with their customers in digital modes beyond email, including chatbots, marketing automation and email response management. Faster online shopping options top Target’s holiday strategy Target is relying on its store network to get online orders to shoppers faster than ever before. Study: Digital coupon redemptions to nearly double by 2022 Digital coupon redemptions are surging — and show no sign of slowing anytime soon. Home Depot exec to head up tech at sporting goods giant Dick's Sporting Goods has named Paul Gaffney as chief technology officer, effective Nov. 20. Alibaba's Singles Day shatters records Not only did Alibaba Group's Singles Day smash its own record, its volume exceeded the combined U.S. sales of Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Report: Why the CVS-Aetna deal is 'really smart' CVS' reported bid to acquire health insurance giant Aetna is a really "smart way" for the drugstore chain to compete with Amazon. Adore Me in customer service innovation with Facebook Online lingerie retailer Adore Me is one of the first companies in the world to launch customer support on the Facebook chat. Three e-commerce predictions for the holidays When it comes to the holiday selling season, there is one easy prediction marketers can make and it’s about online shopping: It will be bigger than last year. Holiday Fraud Prevention: Seven tips from the pros It’s hard enough to keep up as a shopper, but if you also work in e-commerce fraud prevention, you know you’re guaranteed a crazy ride. October retail hiring lowest in six years Retail hiring took a dip in the month leading up to the holiday shopping season. British online fashion giant’s virtual assistant helps customers choose holiday gifts Asos is giving holiday customers access to their own personal shopper — a virtual one, at least. First Previous 388 389 390 391 392 Next Last