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Walmart partners with Google parent for drone delivery

The drone technology subsidiary of Google parent Alphabet will support deliveries via drone at select Walmart stores.
Instacart streamlines log-in, delivery for drivers

Instacart is introducing three new features aimed at improving the delivery experience for drivers and customers.
Janie and Jack integrates brick-and-mortar, online shopping experience

A specialty children’s fashion brand is connecting stores with its e-commerce operation.
Walmart launches new digital and metaverse offerings

Walmart is introducing an array of online customer features including a recipe hub, rotisserie chicken delivery, and a back-to-school Roblox experience.
Carvana rolls out same-day delivery

Carvana is now offering same-day delivery in two markets.
University of San Diego offers frictionless shopping at campus store

An on-campus convenience store at the University of San Diego is letting customers purchase items and walk out after an initial scan.
Sephora accepts payment via employee device in U.S. stores

Sephora is rolling out a new contactless payment option in select U.S. locations.
How machine learning can stop fraud at self-checkout kiosks

Self-checkout is a great asset to any store, reducing labor cost and improving checkout options, especially with retailers continually facing labor shortages.