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BigCommerce and Google Team on AI-Powered Features for eCommerce
July 31, 2023

BigCommerce is leveraging Google Cloud’s artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to add new AI-powered features to its open Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) eCommerce platform. 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...

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Amazon Doubling Same-Day Delivery to Address Need for Speed
July 31, 2023

Amazon will double its same-day delivery centers to hold onto its eCommerce dominance. 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...

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Walmart Debuts ‘Sequel’ to Refurbished Merchandise Program
July 31, 2023

Walmart has unveiled an updated version of its refurbished product program, aimed at both consumers and sellers. 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...

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Etsy Sellers Organize Boycott Over Marketplace’s Withholding of Funds
July 31, 2023

Hundreds of Etsy sellers are reportedly organizing a boycott after the online marketplace withheld merchants’ money. 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...

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As Hybrid Work Impacts Urban Retail, London Looks to Offer Rent-Free Shops
July 31, 2023

During the pandemic, many fled the city to live the suburban life. Today, urban commercial real estate companies are struggling to fill their spaces with enticing retailers that will encourage consumer foot traffic.   Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

Retail
Report: Malls Trapped in ‘Awful Cycle’ as Values Plummet
July 31, 2023

Seven years after their valuations peaked, America’s malls are on the ropes. 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...

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What’s in a Name? Overstock CEO’s $21.5M Bet on the Power of an Iconic Brand...
July 31, 2023

In March 2023, Arthur Stark, the former president of Bed Bath & Beyond (BBBY), discussed the company’s revival of its coupon strategy called the “big blue” approach. The tactic involved sending 20% discount coupons to millions of households and was an iconic part of the Bed Bath...

eCommerce
The Most Satisfied Shoppers Are Found in the UAE — How Other Countries Can Catch...
July 31, 2023

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Security & Fraud
‘Rare’ Android Malware Uses OCR to Steal User Info
July 30, 2023

Security researchers have reportedly discovered malware that steals user data via optical character recognition. 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...