Study: Retail ‘winners’ recognize need to respond to pandemicRetailers who outperform their peers are much more likely to see a wide variety of remedial steps for COVID-19 as important. NRF: No-touch payment usage surges amid COVID-19Mobile and contactless payments are gaining popularity amid consumer concerns over touching surfaces during the pandemic. Microsoft buys TikTok – then what? A Microsoft acquisition of TikTok’s U.S. subsidiary would hasten the short video platform’s evolution as a mainstream retail solution. Yankee Candle ignites subscription program The Yankee Candle Company smells an opportunity for predictable revenue. Kroger tests contactless payment The Kroger Co. is piloting a variety of near-field communication (NFC)-enabled payment solutions in its QFC stores. Macy’s calls for brand ambassadors Sephora partners with payment platform for shoppable wish lists A beauty giant is enabling customers to create, share and follow digital commerce-enabled wish lists. DoorDash opens online convenience stores DoorDash is operating its own online storefronts, stocked by participating retailers. Hy-Vee accepts SNAP payments for curbside pickup orders A regional Midwestern grocer is the latest retailer to pilot federal benefit payments for online grocery purchases. Instagram takes on TikTok Instagram is unveiling a TikTok-like short video feature on its platform. First Previous 774 775 776 777 778 Next Last