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Does Your Retail Fraud Problem Start with Account Creation?

Retail TouchPoints

New account fraud is surging, and despite the conventional wisdom that this type of fraud is mostly a problem for banks, retailers are in the crosshairs too. Due to AI tools that make it easier for criminals to synthesize identities from stolen customer data and manage them, banks and commerce are expected to lose close to $5 billion this year to this type of fraud.

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How Accurate Were Our Predictions For 2024?

Forrester eCommerce

As we prepare to launch our 2025 predictions, we look back on some of the ones we made a year ago. Find out how we did, and get a first peek at what our forthcoming predictions will cover.

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557: Why You’ll Never Get Anywhere In Business If You Don’t Stop THIS Habit!

My Wife Quit Her Job

Today, Toni and I cover a topic that plagues almost every single entrepreneur that we know. We dive into the pitfalls of shiny object syndrome and how it can derail your focus and productivity. We explore why we’re so easily tempted by new ideas and projects, and how to break free from the constant urge to chase the next big thing. What You’ll Learn How to avoid shiny object syndrome The keys to focusing your efforts Sponsors SellersSummit.com – The Sellers Summit is the ecomme

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Big Lots Looks to Bolster Lagging Sales with New Affiliate Program

Retail TouchPoints

Big Lots is moving full steam ahead despite its recent bankruptcy filing and sale. In addition to bringing back its “Black Friday Fridays” weekly holiday deals , the retailer is launching a new affiliate program to “build on its organic and grassroots popularity with bargain-savvy creators and publishers on social media and beyond.” Big Lots Fights its Way Back Big Lots has struggled to find its footing since the pandemic, with recent factors such as high inflation and interest rates continuing

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Enhance User Confidence In Digital Experiences To Build Trust

Forrester eCommerce

Customers’ task completion is a measure of success for many companies, but to create a good user experience, it is just the bare minimum. There is more to consider for creating good, fulfilling experiences. Learn key practices to enhance user trust and confidence in digital experiences.

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Saks Delves into a New Luxury Category — Fine Art

Retail TouchPoints

Saks Fifth Avenue has introduced a new category to its stores and online offerings — a collection of more than 100 limited-edition contemporary print works from notable artists. Saks hopes to establish itself as “a destination for fine art,” with a “distinctive offering” that complements the lifestyle of the luxury consumer, said the company in a release.

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Leading Civil Rights Groups Call on Fortune 1000 Businesses to Embrace DEI

Retail TouchPoints

Nearly 20 civil rights groups, including the NAACP, the Human Rights Campaign (HRC), the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) and the American Association of People with Disabilities have issued a strongly worded open letter to Fortune 1000 businesses, calling on them to support diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) principles and practices.

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Wie zutreffend waren unsere Prognosen für 2024?

Forrester eCommerce

Während wir uns auf die Veröffentlichung unserer Prognosen für 2025 vorbereiten, blicken wir auf einige unserer Prognosen zurück, die wir vor einem Jahr gemacht haben. Finden Sie heraus, wie es uns ergangen ist, und werfen Sie einen ersten Blick darauf, was unsere kommenden Prognosen abdecken werden.

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DoorDash Debuts Commerce Platform, Mobile App Support for Merchants

Retail TouchPoints

Continuing its mission shift toward becoming the “local commerce app,” DoorDash has introduced a suite of new products designed to help merchants manage and grow their businesses: The DoorDash Commerce Platform , designed for both online and in-store businesses; Online Ordering Mobile Apps , providing merchants with the ability to create their own branded iOS or Android mobile app; and A reimagined DoorDash Business Manager App that now includes quick access to payouts and sales tracking, market

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Online holiday sales in the US to hit record $240.8B: Adobe Analytics

RetailDive

The number of purchases done on mobile devices is expected to grow more than 10% compared to last year and will make up 53.2% of all online shopping.

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AI for Commerce: Foundations, Aspirations, and Hype

AI is rapidly transforming digital commerce, but how do you separate real opportunities from hype? Moderated by Orium, AI for Commerce: Foundations, Aspirations, and Hype , experts from Bloomreach , commercetools , Contentstack , and Fluent Commerce explores where AI is already delivering results and where its potential is still unfolding. This masterclass dives into proven AI applications, emerging innovations , and the gaps between promise and reality in commerce.

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Ports on the Brink: USMX Strike Threatens America’s Cargo Lifeline

RetailWire

Dockworkers across ports from Maine to Texas are poised to strike early Tuesday, threatening what could be one of the most economically disruptive labor actions in decades.

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Lowe’s to offer October members only sale

RetailDive

In a company first, the retailer is offering early deals for loyalty program customers.

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New Ecommerce Tools: September 26, 2024

Practical eCommerce

This week: AI assistants, video ads, website builders, multichannel fulfillment, composable commerce, B2B financing, and cross-border and last-mile logistics. The post New Ecommerce Tools: September 26, 2024 appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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Former Foot Locker exec charged with insider trading

RetailDive

Barry Siegel, who was formerly the senior director of order planning management for North America, has agreed to pay almost $236,000 to settle the case.

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!

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Carl’s Jr. Introduces ‘Ghost Burger’ for Those Who Have Been Ghosted

RetailWire

Carl's Jr. is honoring all who have been ghosted or who have ghosted someone by introducing a "Ghost Burger" for a limited time at all locations.

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LOOKFANTASTIC Opens First-Ever Concept Store

365 Retail

LOOKFANTASTIC has launched its first concept store, marking a shift from online to in-person retail. This new space aims to create a community-driven and educational beauty experience, offering a hands-on approach to shopping. The store, which builds on the success of LOOKFANTASTIC’s events and pop-ups, is designed to educate customers about various brands and products through in-person interaction.

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Salt Life Clothing Stores To Shutter

RetailWire

All 28 retail locations will close.

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The Backroom: The state of the art of couponing

RetailDive

The team discusses a recent deep dive into the movement, led by deal-hunting influencers, and what it means for consumers and retailers alike.

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Staying Ahead of UFLPA Enforcement: Best Practices for Retail Supply Chains

Speaker: Ethan Woolley, Director at Kharon

This webinar will explore how companies can proactively address compliance risks–rather than reactively responding to–UFLPA enforcement actions. Ethan Woolley will provide insights into the latest CBP enforcement trends, entity list updates, and industries under increased scrutiny, with a look at potential shifts under the Trump administration. Ethan will also explore how predictive data and strategic due diligence can help organizations stay ahead of regulatory challenges and strengthen complia

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Answers Pet Food Recall Over Possible Salmonella, Listeria Contamination

RetailWire

Samples of two Answers Pet Food products tested positive for Salmonella and Listeria.

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Big Week for Industry News: Mergers, Rebrands & Consolidations

Canadian Special Events

If you haven’t heard, Chair-man Mills, Senik Events, E=mc2 and Fuze Entertainment have been making waves in the event world. Last week, Chair-Man Mills, the title sponsor of the Canadian Event Awards and CSE Live, finalized a consolidation strategy over two years ago. Now rebranded as Elements Event Solutions , the company has brought together Event Rental Group, Higgins Event Rentals, Contemporary Furniture Rentals, Regal Tent Productions, Advanced Tent Rental, A&B Partytime, Loungeworks, a

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Today Is National Pancake Day. Here Are Some Fun Ways To Get Pancakes & More

RetailWire

National Pancake Day is Sept. 26.

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Lego to host online, in-store gaming workshops for kids

RetailDive

The interactive programs will be held at select stores next month, while online events are hosted by gaming influencer Kennedy Rose.

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Future-Proofing Enterprise Commerce: Why Extensibility Wins with Shopify

Speaker: Benjamin Woll, Tiffany Spizzo, and Jaime Santos Alcón

Enterprise commerce is evolving fast, and brands relying on rigid, one-size-fits-all solutions risk losing agility. But modernization doesn’t have to mean disruption. In this webinar, we’ll explore how an extensible, modular approach empowers brands to integrate new capabilities, enhance performance, and scale efficiently—all while leveraging Shopify’s strengths.

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Taco Bell Testing New Menu Items in Ohio for Possible Nationwide Inclusion

RetailWire

Taco Bell is trying out even more menu items.

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Bath & Body Works cuts executive role to streamline organization

RetailDive

Julie Rosen, whose experience includes Ann Taylor and Gap Inc., arrived at the consumer goods retailer in 2020 as president of retail.

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Southwest Airlines Launches ‘Even Better’ Transformation Plan, Adds Board Member

RetailWire

Southwest Airlines announced its three-year transformation plan "Southwest. Even Better." at its Investor Day briefing in Dallas.

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How HubSpot Payment Methods Increase Checkout Efficiency

MakeWebBetter

It's frustrating to see leads you've carefully nurtured with HubSpot slip away due to preventable loopholes. You can surely safeguard against this by integrating HubSpot payment methods. Wondering how? Let's dive in. Those bouncing leads might actually be hidden as abandoned carts, often caused by a lack of payment options [.] The post How HubSpot Payment Methods Increase Checkout Efficiency appeared first on MakeWebBetter.

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🚀Future-Proof Your Salesforce B2C Commerce: Modernization Strategies Inside!

Outdated platforms are costing you sales. Legacy platforms like Salesforce SiteGenesis and SFRA can slow innovation, increase maintenance costs, and frustrate customers. This playbook provides a strategic roadmap to modernizing your Salesforce B2C Commerce platform using a composable approach to transition to faster, scalable, and flexible e-commerce solutions —without disrupting your business.

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FTC’s Operation AI Comply Accuses Ascend Ecom of Misleading Users

RetailWire

The FTC's Operation AI Comply is cracking down on AI developers that reportedly use technology to deceive consumers.

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How Can Brands Showcase Their Support for Pride Beyond June?

Digital Doughnut

With Pride flags having been taken down, and streets cleared of rainbow confetti and glitter post parades, another Pride month has come to an end. While it’s widely known that June is the month to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community, the support, recognition and celebration doesn’t have to stop there.

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Braehead Shopping Centre to Welcome Castore with New Store Opening This Autumn

365 Retail

Braehead Shopping Centre has announced the upcoming opening of British performance sportswear brand Castore , set for this Autumn. The new 1,482 sq ft store will feature Castore’s range of performance sportswear, designed using innovative materials that offer lightweight durability and functionality for both men and women. Castore’s arrival is part of Braehead’s strategy to introduce brands that meet customer demands.

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Taco John’s Is Offering 40% Off Menu Bundle

RetailWire

Taco John's is upping the ante.

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5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales

Incorporating generative AI (gen AI) into your sales process can speed up your wins through improved efficiency, personalized customer interactions, and better informed decision- making. Gen AI is a game changer for busy salespeople and can reduce time-consuming tasks, such as customer research, note-taking, and writing emails, and provide insightful data analysis and recommendations.