Nike launches virtual gaming experience ‘Airphoria’ in Fortnite

​Nike seeks to integrate its products into the virtual world in its latest addition to the ongoing partnership with the popular video game.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 22, 2023

Amazon Go closures continue

The closing of a Seattle location marks its ninth so far this year as the company reevaluates its frictionless c-store brand.

By Jessica Loder • June 22, 2023

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What's shaping the e-commerce landscape?

From recent statistics on e-commerce growth to the Federal Trade Commission’s lawsuit against Amazon, here are some of the forces impacting online retail.

By Retail Dive staff

Staples launches tiered tech support program

The retailer’s computer tech support offering includes virus removal, in-store assistance and device protection.

By Nate Delesline III • June 20, 2023

Shein adds appliances, smart home products and Skechers to marketplace

The company, which recently launched a U.S. marketplace, is expanding into categories other than apparel and collaborating with brands.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 20, 2023

The future of the retail POS is expanding beyond the counter

Portable POS solutions are a way to meet the evolving needs of the retail industry.

June 20, 2023

Walmart opens high-tech fulfillment center in Indiana

The facility is the company’s largest to date and will move the retailer closer to its goal of offering two-day delivery to 95% of the U.S. population.

By Nate Delesline III • June 16, 2023

DressX launches Roblox collection with YouTuber Mackenzie Turner

The three-piece collection was made with Roblox's layered clothing tech, which fits all avatar body types.

By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • June 15, 2023

Google introduces generative AI virtual try-on tool

Starting with women’s tops, the feature allows shoppers to see how certain products would look on a model of their choice.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 15, 2023

Walmart suppliers reach 75% of emissions goal

Project Gigaton aims to reduce the retailer's indirect climate footprint and so far has helped cut or avoid 750 million metric tons of carbon emissions.

By Ben Unglesbee • June 15, 2023

Puma deepens metaverse efforts to support new footwear drops

Black Station 2, which builds off of an earlier launch, allows shoppers to buy NFTs of new releases and redeem them for physical products.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 14, 2023

Stitch Fix taps Macy’s digital chief as CEO

Matt Baer oversaw initiatives like Macy’s new third-party marketplace. He got his start in retail at the family business, Baers Furniture.

By Daphne Howland • June 14, 2023

Adobe: Online prices fell 2.3% in May, the biggest drop since the pandemic began

Overall inflation has slowed in recent months and grocery price hikes are easing, the research firm found.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 13, 2023

PayPal revamps SMB approach

The digital payments pioneer told investors that it’s counting on a revised small and mid-sized business strategy to drive higher profit margins.

By Lynne Marek • June 13, 2023

J. Crew opens virtual store

The beach house experience features six themed rooms for shoppers to browse, and includes a quiz, a scavenger hunt and former catalog images.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 12, 2023

Is buy now, pay later financing right for your retail business?

Find out if consumer installment financing is right for your business.

June 12, 2023

ICSC: 85% of Gen Z says social media impacts purchase decisions

Though research suggests this generation is spending more, economic instability is taking its toll, the trade association found.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 9, 2023

Macy’s remains committed to tech investments after sluggish quarter

The company plans to invest up to $3 billion over the next three years, with a focus on digital projects.

By Lindsey Wilkinson • June 9, 2023

Lululemon to expand digital workout offering

The company renewed its partnership with Xponential Fitness to release more on-demand and livestream fitness classes on the Lululemon Studio platform.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 8, 2023

Inside American Eagle’s tie-up with ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’

Chief Marketing Officer Craig Brommers details why the retailer partnered with stars of the show and how it’s experimenting with Reels and Lemon8.

By Jessica Deyo • June 8, 2023

Proven receives second patent for personalized skin care

The patent protects the manufacturing of personalized products using geographic, environmental and seasonal information to modify ingredient lists.

By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • June 8, 2023

Mycelium technology company Ecovative raises over $30M

The company plans to increase production of its Forager line of hides and flexible foams ahead of new brand partner footwear and apparel launches.

By Lara Ewen • June 8, 2023

Walmart launches accelerator program for Web3 startups

The company’s incubation arm, Store No.8, is partnering with Outlier Ventures to lead a cohort focused on building tech solutions for retail.  

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 8, 2023

Amazon gives sellers access to Hexa’s AR, 3D tech tools

Through the partnership, sellers can create 3D images, 360 visualizations, virtual try-ons and augmented reality content for their product pages.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 6, 2023

L’Oréal’s VC firm invests in biotech company Debut

The $34 million series B funding round was led by the beauty giant in order to bring novel bioactive cosmetic ingredients and products to consumers. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 5, 2023

4 ways to transform your eCommerce refurbishment business

To fully realize the rewards of selling on a marketplace, sellers must be able to carve a unique niche for their business.

June 5, 2023