Merchant Innovation

Do Beacons Sit On Shaky Ground?

Do Beacons Sit On Shaky Ground?
Do Beacons Sit On Shaky Ground?
January 04, 2016  |  Exclusive Series

A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away, the only Internet connections possible were through landlines and modems. Now, Wi-Fi is so ubiquitous...

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Target’s Sales Comeback
Target’s Sales Comeback
January 04, 2016  |  Merchant Innovation

Target may have hit a low point several years ago when news of a major credit card breach hit the airwaves and reduced annual profits...

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For Teens, Apps Imitate Life — And Vice Versa
For Teens, Apps Imitate Life — And Vice Versa
January 04, 2016  |  Merchant Innovation

Bashing millennials for being on their phones all the time is so 2015. In fact, researchers are starting to figure out just what makes teenagers...

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Can Amazon’s Drones Brave Winter Storms?
Can Amazon’s Drones Brave Winter Storms?
January 01, 2016  |  Amazon

Though millions of Americans aren’t even a week removed from marveling at how lucky they must be to enjoy 70 degree temperatures on Christmas Day,...

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In 2016, IoT Comes Home
In 2016, IoT Comes Home
December 31, 2015  |  Exclusive Series

The problem with predicting the future of the Internet of Things is that a world of connected devices can take so many forms and affect...

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McDonald’s And The Death Of The Dollar Menu
McDonald’s And The Death Of The Dollar Menu
December 31, 2015  |  Merchant Innovation

The “fast food” moniker has gained something of a negative reputation as health and fitness trends have exploded in recent years, but at least McDonald’s...

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LG Takes On Amazon Echo
LG Takes On Amazon Echo
December 31, 2015  |  Merchant Innovation

Imitation might be the sincerest form of flattery outside of the retail world, but within it, releasing a product that practically calls attention to its...

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Massdrop Group Commerce Startup Gets Users Involved
Massdrop Group Commerce Startup Gets Users Involved
December 31, 2015  |  Merchant Innovation

More startups are trying to claim a slice of the DIY pie than ever before, but instead of sending shoppers kits so they can put...

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