Instagram shortens path to social shoppingInstagram has eliminated a step in buying products on its app for select brands. New Jersey bans most cashless stores, restaurantsThe move to cashless stores and restaurants in New Jersey has hit a dead end. Custom shoe retailer falls prey to online consumer trends Shoes of Prey is ceasing operations after learning some tough lessons about one-to-one retailing. Amazon seeks lower shipping costs, carbon footprint with business customers Amazon Business is offering its own version of the Amazon Day tailored delivery option for Prime members. Study: Amazon’s private brands not all that popular Amazon’s rapidly growing collection of private brands haven’t proved the threat that many companies initially feared. Survey: Who uses digital payments? A new survey reveals some surprising demographic trends in digital payments. Report: Amazon tests new functions for Whole Foods stores Amazon is reportedly piloting the use of Whole Foods Market stores for some omnichannel customer services. Tech Viewpoint: A real path to purchase–four channels and four steps A recent transaction perfectly illustrates how many channels the average consumer uses in the process of making a purchase. CSA Exclusive: PwC sees two-pronged AI disruption in retail Retailers of all types and sizes are responding to the impact of AI, but not in the same way. Kroger brings delivery—without drivers—to Houston The Kroger Co. is expanding an autonomous grocery delivery pilot from Arizona to Texas. First Previous 982 983 984 985 986 Next Last