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Alibaba: ‘Instant Commerce’ Market Could Draw ‘Every Person in China’
eCommerce // May 15, 2025

Last month, Chinese tech conglomerate Alibaba debuted a fast delivery service it dubbed “instant commerce.” 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,...

Gopuff Doubles Down on Speed to Drive Paid Memberships
Delivery // April 02, 2024

As on-demand delivery platforms compete to drive paid memberships in an effort to win consumers’ loyalty in the crowded space, Gopuff is looking to speedy fulfillment to boost engagement with its highest-value customers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

Germany’s Rapid Delivery App Flink Buys French Rival Cajoo
Acquisitions // May 16, 2022

Flink, the German rapid delivery startup, will buy its competitor Cajoo from France, which will give Flink access to the French grocery chain Carrefour, Bloomberg reported Monday (May 16). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

The Millennial-Driven Evolution Of Jet.com
Retail // September 18, 2018

Walmart is energizing its Jet.com engines to power the online eCommerce site that it acquired two years ago. To get more millennials on board, the Bentonville, Arkansas-based retailer is rolling out offerings designed to attract younger, well-to-do consumes in urban areas. Get the Full Story...

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Costco and Kroger Tap Instacart to Offer Faster Delivery

June 18, 2025
Instacart says it is introducing new delivery options for some of the country’s biggest grocers. 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 to receive […]

Alibaba: ‘Instant Commerce’ Market Could Draw ‘Every Person in China’

May 15, 2025
Last month, Chinese tech conglomerate Alibaba debuted a fast delivery service it dubbed “instant commerce.” Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

Germany’s Rapid Delivery App Flink Buys French Rival Cajoo

May 16, 2022
Flink, the German rapid delivery startup, will buy its competitor Cajoo from France, which will give Flink access to the French grocery chain Carrefour, Bloomberg reported Monday (May 16). Get...

Jet Brings Wider Selection, Faster Delivery To eCommerce Site

September 13, 2018
To better compete with Amazon, Jet is revamping its eCommerce website. The updates include a larger selection of items along with speedier delivery, among other features, as the company seeks...