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UPS and FedEx Offer Discounts Amid Decreased Shipping Volume
October 06, 2023

Major players in the parcel delivery industry are reportedly facing a weak holiday shipping season as demand for goods slows down. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

eCommerce
DRINKS Tech Aims to Enable Alcohol Sales for Any Business
October 06, 2023

Beyond just integrating alcohol purchasing into grocers and liquor stores’ digital platforms, beer wine and spirits eCommerce provider DRINKS is bringing its technology to merchants entirely outside the beverage category. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

Retail
Levi’s Puts Its Faith in D2C Strategy With Loyal Shopper Support
October 06, 2023

While other brands are seeing the benefits of retailer partnerships, Levi’s has entirely different POV. In fact, it’s leading Levi’s to place major bets on its direct-to-consumer (D2C) strategy.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

Retail
If the Shoe Fits: Manolo Blahnik, BMW and Amazon Turn to VR
October 06, 2023

Virtual reality (VR) has emerged as a promising frontier, offering immersive experiences that can transport users to new realms. However, the question arises: should brands use VR primarily to facilitate transactions, or should they prioritize storytelling and immersion? The answer lies in understanding the unique...

Artificial Intelligence
Generative AI’s Technology Is Not Yet Fully Optimized for Healthcare
October 06, 2023

Generative artificial intelligence (AI) faces many growing pains as it seeks its footing. In a recent survey, management consulting firm Bain & Company reveals that the main barriers to generative AI in healthcare are a lack of resources, expertise and regulation, with data access and...

Retail
Amazon and Walmart Fight for Early Holiday Shoppers in Head-to-Head Battle
October 06, 2023

Amazon and Walmart will face off in a duel next week, going head-to-head to capture the loyalty and spending of shoppers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

Fintech Investments
FinTech IPO Index Slides 3% as Affirm and Blend Lead Declining Stocks
October 06, 2023

The FinTech IPO Index gave up nearly 3%, coming into the end of the first full trading week of the fourth quarter. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

eCommerce
Mobile Set to Overtake Desktop in $221 Billion Holiday Shopping Season
October 05, 2023

This year’s holiday shopping season will belong to mobile sales and buy now, pay later. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter,...

eCommerce
Online Grocery Shopping is Growing, But Not as Quickly as Retail
October 05, 2023

Consumers may be engaging more with eGrocery, but the sector continues to grow more slowly than online shopping overall, PYMNTS Intelligence indicates. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...