News

Dunkin’, Circle K, White Castle pilot frictionless Mastercard tech
Two quick-service retailers and a c-store chain will test a frictionless, AI-based payment and drive-thru technology from Mastercard.
Walmart installing private ‘pods’ for nursing moms
In another first for Walmart, the company is taking action to remove a big challenge for its employees and shoppers who are new moms.

Report: 25% of U.S. malls will be gone within the next five years

COVID-19 has sounded a death knell for malls in B, C, and D markets that were struggling to survive before the pandemic struck, according to a new report from Coresight Research.
Former Lowe’s exec to lead Ace Hardware’s expansion into Mexico

Ace Hardware International Holdings, a subsidiary of Ace, will expand into Mexico via franchising.
1-800-Flowers.com partners with Universal for film add-on

Consumers buying gifts for movie buffs have a new option from 1-800-Flowers.com.
Amazon in big buy of Mercedes-Benz electric delivery vans

Amazon’s European delivery fleet will have reduced emissions and increased style.
Sally Beauty integrates credit card program with rewards

Sally Beauty Holdings’ first-ever credit card offering includes extra perks for members of its loyalty program.
Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf to expand in New York metro area

Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf has returned to New York City.
Ulta Beauty Q2 online sales soar; expects at least 30 new stores next year

Ulta Beauty reported better-than-expected earnings amid strong online sales.
Big Lots Q2 beats Street with best comp-sales in its history

Big Lots reported record second-quarter results amid surging sales – in stores and online.
Three hot retail tech trends from the summer of ‘new normal’

As summer 2020 draws to a close, it is time to look back on how COVID-19 helped shape some key developments in retail technology.
Walmart explains TikTok interest, may have wanted majority bid

Walmart sees e-commerce and advertising potential in TikTok and reportedly sought to partner with Google in a purchase.