Amazon, Apple, Facebook, Google and Microsoft: Together, these tech giants are the Frightful Five, and they’re always up to something. From Amazon headquarters suitors and the iPhone X to Facebook and Google payments and Microsoft’s attempt at a smart speaker, we bring you each company’s...
When the going gets tough — say, because Amazon is about to take on the pharmacy industry with its vertical-slaying eCommerce retail machine — the tough get going. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...
Dunkin’ Donuts, in an attempt to increase the company’s share of a competitive breakfast market, plans to expand the number of discounts it offers, according to news from Reuters. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...
It was a record-breaking year in retail, according to reports — but not the good kind. More store closings have been announced this year than in any other year before, as retailers across categories have collectively announced plans to close the doors on 6,700 brick-and-mortar locations...
Halloween is a big event for many retailers, whether they’re seasonal pop-ups or eCommerce mainstays. And spending on the holiday looks like it’s going to break records this year. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...
Volkswagen has launched an online platform for used car sales, Reuters reports. The news is part of an ongoing effort to increase the company’s share of used car sales in Germany. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...
Shopping on eBay just got easier. The auction site has announced the launch of two new visual search tools that will allow people to use photos they snap, have saved on their phone or find on the web and social media sites, in order to...
Inventory replenishment robots are rolling out in 50 Walmart locations, according to a Thursday (Oct. 26) Reuters report. The goal is to stock product faster and save employees time when filling empty shelves. The robots have already been piloted in a number of stores, according to...
The Overstock.com subsidiary, tZERO, is planning to launch an initial coin offering (ICO), according to news from CNBC. The company wants to raise up to $500 million through sales of the new digital currency. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...