FastSpring

OCTOBER 14, 2024

After Google was warned in August by U.S. District Judge James Donato that the court is “going to tear the barriers down,” the judge’s injunction was issued on Monday, Oct. 7 detailing what exactly that would mean for Google. The company must make several changes regarding its Play Store for Android apps according to AP News , after a jury found in Dec. 2023 that Google Play and Google Play Billing represent an illegal monopoly run by Google.

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RetailDive

OCTOBER 22, 2024

It's the second time in less than six months that the retailer has lowered prices. By the end of the year, the company said it will have cut prices on 10,000 items.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Patagonia has become the first brand to make use of T r ove ’s new Resale Plugin, which allows brands to seamlessly integrate pre-owned items alongside new products on their existing ecommerce platforms. The Resale Plugin tool is designed to be a low-barrier solution for brands of all sizes to easily integrate resale into their offering. Trove has powered Patagonia’s existing Worn Wear resale program for years, and now Patagonia will be the first partner to adopt the Resale Plugin, further integ

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TalkingRetail

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Boost Drinks has added 500ml cans to its energy range. They come in Original, Sugar Free Original and Red Berry flavours, and are price-marked at £1.

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365 Retail

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Lidl, one of Europe’s largest food retailers, has announced its commitment to achieving net-zero by 2050 as part of its international corporate social responsibility (CSR) strategy. This latest move outlines Lidl’s ambitious climate targets across its own operations and supply chain, reinforcing its dedication to embedding sustainable practices at an international level.

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365 Retail

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Snapchat has announced the launch of an all-new immersive high-street experience, Snap Street, set to open in East London this October. The Ely’s Yard building in Brick Lane will be totally transformed into an actual indoor ‘high-street’ with shop-fronts showing off the state-of-the-art Augmented Reality (AR) experiences available on Snapchat – curated by beloved brands like Depop, Boots, and Cosmopolitan.

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RetailDive

OCTOBER 2, 2024

CEO Ryan Gellert said “some parts of our company need to be shaped differently” to position the business for the future.

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Forrester eCommerce

OCTOBER 29, 2024

AI and, most recently, generative AI (genAI) have uncovered the true power of automating tasks that previously were tedious to complete or difficult to improve the efficiency of the work within a singular domain of the business.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 27, 2024

They’ve been shaped/scarred by not one but two global economic traumas — the Great Recession of 2008-2009 and the COVID pandemic — and they’ve grown up with social media playing an increasingly large (and loud) role in shaping culture, including how these consumers shop, research and purchase products and services. They’re Gen Z, born between 1997 and 2012 and comprising 20.69% of the U.S. population — just a bit fewer than Baby Boomers ( 20.93% ) and the largest current group, millennials ( 21.

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FastSpring

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Selling internationally can get complicated very quickly if you’re trying to manage cross border payments yourself. Foreign exchange rates, regulatory rules, payment systems, various bank accounts, establishing entities in different countries, and tax collection and remittance are just a few of the concerns you’ll need to stay on top of as your business expands into more countries and regions.

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I’m getting in touch with the news that fashion retailer, Gina Trictot, has achieved 98% inventory accuracy thanks to its partnership with SML RFID. Please see the full press release below, including exclusive quotes.

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TalkingRetail

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Parliamentarians from across the political spectrum have come together to reconstitute the cross-party group on vaping. The APPG for Responsible Vaping will continue to provide a voice on vaping issues within Parliament and has launched an inquiry on the role of vaping in the UK.

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Practical eCommerce

OCTOBER 27, 2024

Merchants have long dreamed of delivering the perfect marketing message to a specific shopper at the ideal time to close a sale. The post Gen AI Nears Hyper-Personalization at Scale appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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RetailDive

OCTOBER 25, 2024

The retailer’s newest format features “a larger product assortment and expanded food and beverage offerings,” CEO Joseph DePinto told investors on Thursday.

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Forrester eCommerce

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Learn how AIOps provides real-time contextualization and insights across the IT estate, ensuring that network infrastructure operates at peak efficiency in serving business needs.

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Speaker: Jennifer Wright and Nick Barron

2025 is right around the corner, and with it comes a new wave of consumer expectations, competitive pressures, and operational challenges. Success lies in finding the balance between operational flexibility and creating experiences that keep customers coming back. The future of retail belongs to those who can stay ahead of shifting customer preferences and marketing trends. 🔮 In this session, we’ll dive deep into what it takes to keep customers engaged and your operations nimble, no matt

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 29, 2024

With a shorter-than-usual holiday shopping season ahead, competition for share of wallet will be exceptionally fierce. In addition to the compressed retail rush, Salesforce reports that 43% of consumers are carrying more debt than last year, making the fight for attention even more intense. As holiday bargain hunters flock to crowded malls and equally crowded online platforms, retailers will battle for visibility in inboxes, on social media and across the web.

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RetailWire

OCTOBER 1, 2024

A new report threatens to leave a stain on McDonald's good name, as it was revealed that a franchisee engaged in human trafficking involving what the arrest report is calling "modern slavery.

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TalkingRetail

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Industry charity NewstrAid has been highlighting how its new Retailer Support Scheme can help retailers and shop staff who have experienced crime in the workplace.

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Practical eCommerce

OCTOBER 30, 2024

The purpose of category pages is not just to attract traffic but to engage visitors into buying products. The post SEO for Product Category Pages in 7 Steps appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader

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RetailDive

OCTOBER 28, 2024

While some people started shopping during October’s promotions most consumers plan to start next month, according to research by Bain & Compnay.

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Forrester eCommerce

OCTOBER 18, 2024

We launched our genAI tool, Izola, one year ago today with the goal of helping clients accelerate progress on their top initiatives. To celebrate Izola’s birthday, we’re thrilled to share a few of the ways that our clients are deriving value.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Kroger will leverage RFID technology from Avery Dennison for item-level digital identification, enabling more frequent and accurate inventory information to help maximize freshness, reduce waste and improve the store associate experience. The supermarket will begin in the bakery department, implementing RFID-embedded labels on each item. “Our work with Avery Dennison will improve inventory visibility, which means products will be on the shelves when our customers want them, while enabling our as

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RetailWire

OCTOBER 12, 2024

7-Eleven has recently released its financial reports for the most recent quarter, and in a surprise move, has decided to close hundreds of its store locations in North America.

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The opportunity for e-commerce merchants in international markets is immense. Data indicates that when international options are available at checkout, merchants see up to 20-60% higher cart conversion and a 128% higher gross merchandise value (GMV) than domestic orders. However, while the opportunities are significant, so are the risks. Without careful planning and strategic partnerships, merchants may face challenges, including high shipping costs, complex customs regulations, and unexpected p

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TalkingRetail

OCTOBER 21, 2024

The government is considering handing ownership of the Post Office to its sub-postmasters across the UK.

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Practical eCommerce

OCTOBER 13, 2024

A 2023 McKinsey study analyzed generative AI's potential impact on operations, productivity, revenue, profits, and more. The post Report: Gen AI to Transform Operations, Revenue appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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RetailDive

OCTOBER 11, 2024

The retailer also aims to generate $520 million through sale-leasebacks of an undisclosed number of stores as its parent company slashes its profit forecast and spins off non-core segments.

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Forrester eCommerce

OCTOBER 13, 2024

What does excellence in enterprise architecture look like? Learn more about the enterprise architecture strategy that won Contact Energy, a New Zealand electricity generator and retailer, this year’s EA Award for the APAC region.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Earlier this year, Google added compelling new features to Google Wallet to help consumers get more out of their mobile wallet passes. With this update , developers can send wallet notifications, letting consumers receive notifications about any updates to cards or passes stored in their mobile wallet. As Google shares, that might look like a notification from your favorite coffee shop on their new daily special or an update if your assigned seat on your boarding pass changes.

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RetailWire

OCTOBER 30, 2024

McDonald's shares have fallen following the company's announcement that global sales have decreased in Q3 2024 for the second consecutive quarter.

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365 Retail

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Netflix has announced the launch of its highly anticipated As Seen on Netflix pop-up shop, coming to London and Birmingham this October. Fans of Netflix’s most popular shows will have the opportunity to purchase unique memorabilia, wardrobe pieces, and iconic props from beloved series and films. The one-day pop-up will debut at Bethnal Green Road, London on 12th October, before moving to The Bullring in Birmingham on 19th October.

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Forrester eCommerce

OCTOBER 23, 2024

AI’s promise of transforming underwriting, claims, and customer experience remains untapped, and only a tiny fraction of insurers will harness its full potential by 2025. Tech-driven product innovation such as embedded insurance and usage-based insurance may yield faster results, but long-term AI gains remain on the horizon.

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