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Instacart Leverages Scale to Buck Competition From Grocers’ Direct Platforms
November 10, 2023

As retailers and third-party players alike compete for consumers’ online grocery spending, Instacart maintains that its scale protects it from facing too much competition from even larger grocers’ in-house fulfillment efforts. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

Artificial Intelligence
This Week in AI: An AI App Store and GPTs Go Shopping
November 10, 2023

Generative artificial intelligence (AI) just keeps getting bigger. 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 agree...

Ridesharing
Lyft Doubles Down on Rides as Uber Focuses on Growing Memberships
November 10, 2023

It’s commonplace to mention Uber and Lyft in the same breath in any conversation about the great travel snapback. 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...

eCommerce
Chicory: Albertsons, Others Can Drive off-Site eGrocery With Shoppable Content
November 10, 2023

By partnering with major grocers such as Albertsons, contextual commerce platform Chicory is expanding eGrocery audiences, enabling retailers to reach new customers across more parts of their web browsing routines. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

Artificial Intelligence
Companies Seek Regulator Guidance in Help Developing AI Products
November 10, 2023

Artificial intelligence isn’t changing just one thing; it is changing everything. 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...

Loyalty & Rewards
1 in 3 Consumers Would Use Online Bank Transfers for Rewards
November 10, 2023

Online bank transfers, also known as pay-by-bank transfers, can be used to pay recurring bills and are the third most frequently used for this purpose after debit and credit cards. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

Retail
LensCrafters, e.l.f. Harness Roblox to Merchandise Ideas, Not Just Products 
November 10, 2023

Brands are realizing that virtual platforms offer more than just a storefront for pushing products — they’re seeing the potential for spaces to merchandise ideas.   Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

Retail
Amazon vs Walmart: Who Will Bag the Victory in the Grocery Aisle? 
November 10, 2023

Walmart, best known for offering products at wallet-friendly prices through its extensive network of physical stores, is setting records this month, driven by the success of its grocery offerings that continue to attract shoppers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

Loyalty & Rewards
Personalization Powers Loyalty Programs to New Levels of Customer Engagement
November 10, 2023

Loyalty programs are evolving to meet consumers’ changing values, Engage People Chief Technology Officer Len Covello told PYMNTS. 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...