TECHNOLOGY

99 Cents Only launches two-hour delivery at 300 stores

A leading extreme-value chain is the latest retailer to partner with online delivery platform Instacart.
Lowe’s launches advertising services network

Lowe’s Cos. Inc. is the latest in a rapidly growing line of retailers creating an omnichannel advertising platform to connect brands with its customers.
Circle K retrofits store with cashierless checkout

Circle K is now offering an artificial intelligence (AI)-based, fully checkout-free shopping experience in a Tempe, Ariz. store.
Uber completes $1.1 billion purchase of Drizly

Uber Technologies has completed an acquisition that will bolster its presence in the on-demand consumer delivery market.
Exclusive Q&A: Party City gets sales bump from email marketing with AI

A leading party goods retailer is utilizing artificial intelligence technology to increase the engagement and open rates of customer email campaigns.
Jack in the Box creates unified omnichannel view of customers

A quick-service hamburger chain is taking the next step in its digital transformation strategy.
Survey: Macy’s, Kohl’s and Nordstrom rated most trustworthy with consumer data

Macy’s topped a list of 12 large, multi-brand retailers in data trustworthiness.
Kroger plans Northeast entry with next-gen fulfillment centers

America’s largest grocer is entering a new market and expanding its customer fulfillment centers and rapid online delivery program.