Commerce is everywhere, which means barcodes are everywhere. Smart devices? They’re everywhere, too. Internet of Things (IoT) — well, by now, everything is going to be connected, or is already. Marry the devices, the barcode and the constant communication that is the hallmark of IoT,...
Expedia is ready to take on Airbnb by adding more house listings to its HomeAway unit. 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...
Taking a page from Amazon.com, Walmart announced late last week that it will be testing robots to help it fill online grocery orders quicker. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...
Retail is undergoing a reinvention with the rise of eCommerce, and merchants are trying new approaches to their brick-and-mortar stores. Nordstrom, for example, has rolled out a new store concept, Nordstrom Local, that premiered in West Hollywood. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...
Regulators in China have reportedly launched an investigation into Pinduoduo following on the heels of media reports that third-party vendors are selling fake goods on the marketplace. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...
For eCommerce, the Magic Button (Almost) In Sight 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, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you...
It’s a striking difference: A new Visa study has found that digital accounts for 38 percent of consumer retail purchases, but when it comes to small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), only 15 percent of their sales are conducted via eCommerce. That signals opportunity for smart, nimble...
JD.com, the Chinese eCommerce company, has set its sights on Europe for its expansion and is putting the finishing touches on its strategy to enter the market by the end of 2018. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...
As parents plan for back-to-school shopping, Walmart said this week that it has launched tools that could help the chain gain revenue during this busy commerce season. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...
