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Marketing tech
fromFast Company
2 hours ago

In the age of AI agents, your customer may still buy from you, but they may no longer visit you

The rise of AI agents is shifting customer interactions away from traditional company-controlled interfaces.
Fashion & style
fromVogue
6 hours ago

Are Haul Videos Making Fashion's Returns Problem Worse?

Creators oppose overconsumption but face unavoidable returns, prompting luxury retailers to implement strict return policies to combat fraud.
fromDigiday
6 hours ago

Aldi hires Instacart to power its U.S. website instead of developing it in-house

"This was a natural next step in a relationship that's already delivering for our customers," Aldi COO Dave Rinaldo said in an email. "Customers get a more seamless shopping experience while Aldi remains focused on what we do best - delivering high-quality groceries at the lowest possible prices."
E-Commerce
Digital life
fromTheregister
1 hour ago

Brits are falling out of love with the internet

British adults are less active on social media, with fewer believing benefits outweigh risks, leading to increased passivity online.
Web design
fromMajic 102.3
18 hours ago

How speed is redefining modern branding in today's world

Speed is essential for branding; fast-loading websites enhance professionalism and improve search rankings.
Artificial intelligence
fromDigiday
1 day ago

AI talk at retail events shifts to proving real results, defining a true strategy

AI has evolved from experimentation to a focus on proven strategies and increased productivity in retail.
Mobile UX
fromGSMArena.com
1 day ago

Weekly deals: the Galaxy S26 series comes with gift cards, Pixel 9 series units resurface

Samsung Galaxy S26 series offers gift cards and trade-in bonuses, while older Pixel phones are available at competitive prices.
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

India news: Growth forecast slashed to 6% amid Iran war

Moody's Ratings has slashed India's economic growth projections for the current fiscal to 6%, from 6.8% earlier. The credit ratings agency said the US-Israeli war against Iran and its impact on the global energy market will weigh on India's growth momentum and heighten inflation risks.
World news
#amazon
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

Amazon's $200 Billion AI Spending Spree Is Lighting the Fuse for Explosive Growth

Amazon's $200 billion capital expenditure plan is a strategic investment fueling AWS growth and positioning the company for future expansion.
fromModern Retail
1 week ago
E-Commerce

Marketplace Briefing: Why Amazon is moving Prime Day to June from July, and what it means for sellers

Business
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

Amazon's $200 Billion AI Spending Spree Is Lighting the Fuse for Explosive Growth

Amazon's $200 billion capital expenditure plan is a strategic investment fueling AWS growth and positioning the company for future expansion.
London food
fromBusiness Matters
3 days ago

Amazon bets on Whole Foods to salvage its troubled UK grocery ambitions

Amazon is converting Fresh stores into Whole Foods outlets in the UK, aiming to succeed in the competitive grocery market.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
5 days ago

The best Amazon Big Spring Sale deals you can still get

Final day for many retailers' discounts, with some deals still available after Amazon's Big Spring Sale.
E-Commerce
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Amazon Is Making Fresh Grocery Delivery Easier and More Affordable | amNewYork

Amazon enhances grocery shopping convenience for EBT users with Prime Access, offering Same-Day Delivery of perishable items at a discounted membership rate.
E-Commerce
fromModern Retail
1 week ago

Marketplace Briefing: Why Amazon is moving Prime Day to June from July, and what it means for sellers

Amazon is moving Prime Day to June to counter increased competition and fill a sales gap in the first half of the year.
fromAdExchanger
2 years ago

Commerce | AdExchanger

Regulators are paying more attention to data privacy because their constituents consider it a 'kitchen table' issue, highlighting its importance in everyday life.
EU data protection
#dtc-beauty
Marketing
fromTheStreet
3 days ago

12-year-old beauty brand closing nearly all stores

DTC beauty brands must prioritize profitability over growth due to slowing expansion and intense competition.
E-Commerce
fromMerced Sun-Star
3 days ago

12-year-old beauty brand closing nearly all stores

The DTC beauty model faces challenges requiring brands to prioritize profitability and adapt strategies amid rising costs and changing consumer expectations.
E-Commerce
fromMiami Herald
3 days ago

12-year-old beauty brand closing nearly all stores

The DTC beauty model faces challenges requiring brands to prioritize profitability and adapt strategies amid rising costs and shifting consumer expectations.
Marketing
fromTheStreet
3 days ago

12-year-old beauty brand closing nearly all stores

DTC beauty brands must prioritize profitability over growth due to slowing expansion and intense competition.
E-Commerce
fromMerced Sun-Star
3 days ago

12-year-old beauty brand closing nearly all stores

The DTC beauty model faces challenges requiring brands to prioritize profitability and adapt strategies amid rising costs and changing consumer expectations.
E-Commerce
fromMiami Herald
3 days ago

12-year-old beauty brand closing nearly all stores

The DTC beauty model faces challenges requiring brands to prioritize profitability and adapt strategies amid rising costs and shifting consumer expectations.
Games
fromKotaku
3 days ago

GameStop Thought Buying Games Online Was A 'Passing Phase'

GameStop underestimated digital distribution, believing physical stores would remain dominant despite the rise of platforms like Steam.
Data science
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

People would rather have an Amazon warehouse in their backyard than a data center | TechCrunch

Public opinion on data centers is divided, with significant opposition and concerns about electricity prices.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Children sell knives like clothes online, MP says

Children are increasingly buying and selling knives online, prompting government action to combat knife crime and exploitation.
fromArchitectural Digest
4 days ago

I'm Done Sourcing So Much Online. Here's Why

The convenience of sourcing online is fraught with more pitfalls than most of us want to admit. Try finding adequate photos of a vintage piece's condition-close-ups of the fabric, video of damaged areas, any images of a piece's rear or underside!
UX design
Media industry
fromAdExchanger
5 days ago

Pruning The Mediavine; Shoppers Aren't Clicking Amazon's AI Ads | AdExchanger

Digital publishers face challenges due to AI and traffic changes, leading to layoffs and a focus on high-impact areas.
#ecommerce
#ai-in-commerce
Marketing tech
fromExchangewire
2 hours ago

AI Agents are Becoming the Fourth Place of Commerce and OOH is Shaping their Choices

AI agents are becoming a significant factor in commerce, influencing consumer decisions and brand visibility.
fromVogue
4 days ago
E-Commerce

Discussing the Future of Shopping at the Vogue Business x Swap Shoptalk Dinner

fromFast Company
4 days ago
E-Commerce

Visa says AI could start making purchases for you. Not everyone wants that, but here's how close we are

Marketing tech
fromExchangewire
2 hours ago

AI Agents are Becoming the Fourth Place of Commerce and OOH is Shaping their Choices

AI agents are becoming a significant factor in commerce, influencing consumer decisions and brand visibility.
E-Commerce
fromVogue
4 days ago

Discussing the Future of Shopping at the Vogue Business x Swap Shoptalk Dinner

AI is transforming shopping experiences, with companies debuting new tools and formats at Shoptalk 2023.
E-Commerce
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Visa says AI could start making purchases for you. Not everyone wants that, but here's how close we are

AI is influencing consumer purchases and acting on behalf of shoppers in commerce.
E-Commerce
fromEarth911
23 hours ago

Sustainability In Your Ear: Don Carli On Tuning What We See Online To Reduce eCommerce Returns

Retail returns will cost $850 billion in 2026, with 22% due to products not matching online expectations.
#eu-customs-reform
EU data protection
fromThe Local France
4 days ago

Shein, Temu: Why European consumers will pay more for cheap online orders

A landmark EU customs reform introduces measures for e-commerce, imposing handling fees and classifying online platforms as importers responsible for compliance.
EU data protection
fromwww.thelocal.com
4 days ago

Shein, Temu: Why European consumers will pay more for cheap online orders

A landmark EU customs reform introduces measures for e-commerce, imposing handling fees and classifying online platforms as importers responsible for compliance.
EU data protection
fromThe Local Germany
4 days ago

Shein, Temu: Why European consumers will pay more for cheap online orders

A landmark EU customs reform introduces measures for e-commerce, imposing handling fees and classifying online platforms as importers responsible for compliance.
EU data protection
fromThe Local France
4 days ago

Shein, Temu: Why European consumers will pay more for cheap online orders

A landmark EU customs reform introduces measures for e-commerce, imposing handling fees and classifying online platforms as importers responsible for compliance.
EU data protection
fromwww.thelocal.com
4 days ago

Shein, Temu: Why European consumers will pay more for cheap online orders

A landmark EU customs reform introduces measures for e-commerce, imposing handling fees and classifying online platforms as importers responsible for compliance.
EU data protection
fromThe Local Germany
4 days ago

Shein, Temu: Why European consumers will pay more for cheap online orders

A landmark EU customs reform introduces measures for e-commerce, imposing handling fees and classifying online platforms as importers responsible for compliance.
Mobile UX
fromGadgets 360
5 days ago

Gadgets360 Awards 2026: Check Out Winners of India's Most Trusted Awards

The NDTV Gadgets 360 Awards 2026 celebrated excellence in consumer technology with 40 categories and over 200 nominations in New Delhi.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
6 days ago

Digital entertainment grew 7x faster than the UK economy - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The UK digital entertainment sector hit £13.5 billion in revenue in 2025, reflecting a 7.1% year-over-year growth, significantly outpacing the general economy's growth rate of 1.3%.
Digital life
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
6 days ago

Shopify Price Prediction: SHOP Stock Price From 2026 to 2030

Shopify's price target is $129.65, indicating a 16% upside from the current price of $111.77.
fromGSMArena.com
6 days ago

iQOO 15 Apex edition goes official in India

The standout feature of the iQOO 15 Apex Edition is its distinctive rear panel design, which utilizes a holographic imaging-based dynamic ink wash painting.
Mobile UX
Paris food
fromWWD
2 weeks ago

From the Archive: Fashion's Online Shopping Reality

In 1996, retail leaders debated whether internet shopping would replace physical stores; today, e-commerce has clearly emerged as the dominant force in retail.
#agentic-commerce
Marketing tech
fromForbes
6 days ago

AI Is Deciding What Your Customers See - Most Brands Haven't Caught Up

AI agents are transforming e-commerce, projected to account for 25% of global sales by 2030, shifting traditional consumer engagement models.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.customerexperiencedive.com
3 weeks ago

E-commerce retailers plan hefty investments in agentic commerce, study finds

96% of enterprise e-commerce retailers have invested in AI capabilities, primarily for customer-facing applications like product discovery, chatbots, and personalized recommendations, with nearly half planning to invest $1 million or more in agentic commerce within 12 months.
Marketing tech
fromForbes
6 days ago

AI Is Deciding What Your Customers See - Most Brands Haven't Caught Up

AI agents are transforming e-commerce, projected to account for 25% of global sales by 2030, shifting traditional consumer engagement models.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.customerexperiencedive.com
3 weeks ago

E-commerce retailers plan hefty investments in agentic commerce, study finds

96% of enterprise e-commerce retailers have invested in AI capabilities, primarily for customer-facing applications like product discovery, chatbots, and personalized recommendations, with nearly half planning to invest $1 million or more in agentic commerce within 12 months.
#e-commerce
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks ago

Forget Amazon: These 3 Global E-Commerce Giants Are Trading at Bargain Prices

Amazon's high valuation may overlook better growth opportunities in alternative e-commerce platforms like Alibaba and MercadoLibre.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks ago

Forget Amazon: These 3 Global E-Commerce Giants Are Trading at Bargain Prices

Amazon's high valuation may overlook better growth opportunities in alternative e-commerce platforms like Alibaba and MercadoLibre.
Marketing tech
fromThedrum
1 week ago

From football to fashion: How smartphones embrace consumers

AI and fashion collaborations are reshaping mobile marketing strategies, enabling brands to engage consumers through lifestyle rather than just technology.
fromTechCrunch
4 weeks ago

Flipkart moves its headquarters back to India ahead of IPO | TechCrunch

Flipkart's gross merchandise value reached about $30 billion in 2025, sources told TechCrunch, up from roughly $23 billion in 2021. The platform has more than 500 million customers and 1.6 million sellers across the country, while its logistics arm Ekart delivers to more than 22,000 pin codes nationwide.
European startups
E-Commerce
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Secondhand clothes sales forecast to hit $289bn as AI helps shoppers find deals

Secondhand clothing sales are projected to grow 12% this year, reaching $289bn, driven by AI and social media influencers.
#chatgpt-shopping
E-Commerce
fromMiami Herald
4 days ago

ChatGPT shopping: How it works, and how to get your products listed

ChatGPT Shopping enables users to discover and purchase products directly within the chat interface, enhancing e-commerce opportunities for businesses.
E-Commerce
fromMiami Herald
4 days ago

ChatGPT shopping: How it works, and how to get your products listed

ChatGPT Shopping allows users to discover and purchase products directly within the chat interface, enhancing e-commerce opportunities for businesses.
E-Commerce
fromMiami Herald
4 days ago

ChatGPT shopping: How it works, and how to get your products listed

ChatGPT Shopping enables users to discover and purchase products directly within the chat interface, enhancing e-commerce opportunities for businesses.
E-Commerce
fromMiami Herald
4 days ago

ChatGPT shopping: How it works, and how to get your products listed

ChatGPT Shopping allows users to discover and purchase products directly within the chat interface, enhancing e-commerce opportunities for businesses.
fromGSMArena.com
3 weeks ago

Indian tablet market contracted in 2025, Lenovo and Xiaomi were the only ones growing

The integration of 5G, AI-enabled productivity features, and smart note-taking capabilities is repositioning tablets beyond media consumption toward everyday productivity. As notebook prices rise, detachable tablets in particular are emerging as a practical, cost-effective alternative for students and young professionals.
Mobile UX
E-Commerce
fromForbes
5 days ago

AI Shopping: Why The Universal Commerce Protocol Changes Everything

UCP enables AI agents to manage transactions directly with retailers, eliminating friction in the shopping journey.
Marketing tech
fromwww.emarketer.com
3 weeks ago

amazon - Reports, Statistics & Marketing Trends

Fire TV integrates ads across screens using CTV reach and retail data, while AI emerges as a defining force in retail tech, with stablecoins moving into mainstream payments infrastructure and chatbots driving conversion rate increases.
fromFortune
5 days ago

Gen Z shoppers are actually more deliberate than baby boomers and agonize over their cart for days | Fortune

"Everything in today's e-commerce environment is being driven by increased intensity of the research phase and true generational divides during the current macroeconomic environment," said Jaysen Gillespie, VP of product marketing and analytics at RTB House.
E-Commerce
#amazon-spring-sale
E-Commerce
fromZDNET
6 days ago

Best Amazon Spring Sale deals under $25: Last chance to save

Amazon's Big Spring Sale is scheduled for March 25-31, 2026, with deals available to all shoppers.
E-Commerce
fromZDNET
1 week ago

The most popular Amazon Spring Sale deals, according to thousands of readers

Amazon's Big Spring Sale runs from March 25 to March 31, 2026, featuring daily deals across various categories.
E-Commerce
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

Deals From the Amazon Spring Sale That Passed Our BS Test

Amazon Spring Sale offers thousands of deals until March 31, with notable discounts on quality products like the Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones.
E-Commerce
fromZDNET
6 days ago

Best Amazon Spring Sale deals under $25: Last chance to save

Amazon's Big Spring Sale is scheduled for March 25-31, 2026, with deals available to all shoppers.
E-Commerce
fromZDNET
1 week ago

The most popular Amazon Spring Sale deals, according to thousands of readers

Amazon's Big Spring Sale runs from March 25 to March 31, 2026, featuring daily deals across various categories.
E-Commerce
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

Deals From the Amazon Spring Sale That Passed Our BS Test

Amazon Spring Sale offers thousands of deals until March 31, with notable discounts on quality products like the Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones.
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Nothing opens its first retail store in India | TechCrunch

We wanted to create a fun space. It is kind of inspired by all the parts that are related to the brand. For instance, the factory: if you buy a product, there's like a production line where the product comes out. We also show machines where phones go through testing, like USB port testing or water resistance testing. So we just wanted to bring that world together,
Tech industry
Privacy professionals
fromAdExchanger
2 months ago

Retail Media's Growing Influence On Retail | AdExchanger

Retailers increasingly rely on retail-media advertising for margins while in-store experiences add friction and regulators focus privacy enforcement on kids, health, and AI.
fromGSMArena.com
2 months ago

Nothing's first flagship store will be in India

The company today issued a brief release stating that it will soon be opening its first global flagship store, which will be located in India. Aside from that, there is no mention of date and exact location for this store. The only other information in this release is a somewhat cryptic image of what looks like it could be a blade sign placed outside the store. The sign shows a blue damselfly, which points to a return to using bugs as mascots by the company.
London startup
Apple
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Apple iPhone just had its best year in India as the smartphone market stays broadly flat | TechCrunch

iPhone shipments in India reached about 14 million in 2025, lifting Apple’s market share to a record 9% amid local manufacturing and retail expansion.
#quick-commerce
E-Commerce
fromwww.cnbc.com
2 weeks ago

OpenAI's first crack at online shopping stumbled. It's preparing for the next wave

OpenAI is shifting from Instant Checkout to dedicated apps within ChatGPT for better control over e-commerce transactions.
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Eternal CEO Deepinder Goyal hands over reins to Blinkit chief as quick commerce takes off | TechCrunch

Deepinder Goyal, the co-founder and CEO of food delivery service Zomato and its parent Eternal, is stepping down from his role and handing the top job to Albinder Dhindsa, the CEO of its quick-commerce division Blinkit. Goyal on Wednesday said he would remain on Eternal's board as vice chairman as he shifts focus to "higher-risk exploration and experimentation," which he says may be harder to pursue within the constraints of a listed company.
Startup companies
fromInverse
2 months ago

60 Baller Things Selling Out On Amazon Because They're So Cheap & Cool

There's a lot of cool stuff out there - but finding something truly cool and cheap? That's rare. The genius inventions below are selling out because they check both boxes. From stuff that'll make your days run easier to fun little things for your car, home, and daily routine, prices start at just a few bucks.
Gadgets
E-Commerce
fromForbes
2 weeks ago

Retail's Pivotal Year: The Structural Reset Defining 2026

Retail is undergoing a structural split between large retailers and niche brands, driven by new consumer preferences and technological advancements.
Fashion & style
fromBustle
2 months ago

Amazon's Selling Out Of These 55 Clever Things Because They Make You Look Way Hotter

Affordable Amazon beauty and fashion products offer simple hacks—like a multi-prong brow pen, leather-look leggings, and a lip-exfoliating duo—to enhance appearance.
fromInverse
1 month ago

65 super popular, bougie things that are selling out on amazon

While the internet is wide with chic items that may catch your eye, there's no better sign of what's truly on trend and worth a buy than seeing something consistently fly off the virtual shelves. Whether that's a viral collagen mask or a wine accessory that will keep your drinks colder, longer, some of the best and bougiest items are the ones shoppers just can't get enough of. But if you're not yet convinced, continue ahead for a curated edit of the best of the best.
Fashion & style
E-Commerce
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

Amazon expands a program that lets customers shop from other retailers' sites | TechCrunch

Amazon expands Shop Direct program to direct customers to third-party merchant websites through search results and AI assistant when products aren't available on Amazon's platform.
World news
fromSemafor
2 months ago

India, China step up scrutiny of delivery apps

China and India are tightening regulation of delivery platforms to curb aggressive discounting and harmful rapid-delivery practices that damage competition and endanger gig workers.
E-Commerce
fromwww.thedrum.com
1 month ago

The changing retail landscape

Despite online growth and store closures, physical retail remains viable as consumers still value in-store experiences and maintain significant clothing budgets.
E-Commerce
fromTECHBOOK
1 month ago

Google Plans Revolution in Online Shopping

Google uses AI to consolidate product information directly in search results, enabling faster shopping decisions while reducing merchant control over content presentation.
E-Commerce
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

E-commerce sales to hit $1.8 trillion by 2030

U.S. e-commerce sales are projected to reach $1.8 trillion by 2030, representing 29 percent of all retail sales and more than quadrupling since 2015.
E-Commerce
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

Amazon India unveils strategy to be an everyday shopping destination

Amazon is repositioning as a one-stop everyday shopping destination to defend market share against rising Indian competitors amid rapid e-commerce growth.
E-Commerce
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Walmart's growing share of high-income shoppers helped its e-commerce business turn into a powerhouse

Walmart's e-commerce reached full profitability in 2025, gained higher-income customers, and grew online sales nearly 25% to over $150 billion.
E-Commerce
fromGREY Journal
1 month ago

How Online Retail Is Transforming Consumer Lifestyle Markets

Online retail has transformed lifestyle markets through convenience, personalization, and niche-market expansion while increasing competition and raising consumer expectations.
E-Commerce
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

Amazon and Flipkart face headwinds in India as new foreign investment restrictions come into effect

India's new FDI rules bar marketplace-owned or controlled-inventory brands from selling on those marketplaces, threatening major e-commerce investments and local brand listings.
E-Commerce
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

It's Prime time for retailers to develop their online sales strategies

Amazon launched Prime Day, a Prime-members-only sales event intended to outcompete Black Friday and Singles Day and to drive Prime membership growth.
#hyperpersonalization
E-Commerce
fromBustle
2 months ago

These Kooky Things Are Selling Out On Amazon Because They're Dope As Hell

Curated quirky, colorful, and practical Amazon finds that blend novelty with strong functionality and positive reviewer feedback.
E-Commerce
fromThe Business of Fashion
2 months ago

AI Just Had Its Big Shopping Breakthrough. Is Fashion Ready?

AI-powered search and direct checkout integrations let consumers discover and purchase within AI platforms, increasing conversions and expanding brands' exposure.
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

More than 70% of mobile consumers shop online

Mobile as a channel has evolved very quickly but the challenge for marketers is to create a seamless shopping experience across all the channels to ensure that consumers are getting a consistent brand message and identity.
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