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Artificial intelligence
fromDigiday
5 hours ago

AI talk at retail events shifts to proving real results, defining a true strategy

AI has evolved from experimentation to a focus on proven strategies and increased productivity in retail.
#meta
fromFuturism
16 hours ago
Wearables

We Can't Even Imagine the Eating Disorders This New Meta Smart Glasses Feature Will Cause

Marketing tech
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Meta turns to AI to make shopping easier on Instagram and Facebook | TechCrunch

Meta is enhancing shopping on its platforms by using AI to summarize product reviews and streamline the checkout process.
UX design
fromMedium
32 minutes ago

We didn't mean to build this- engagement at any cost

Meta was fined $375 million for misleading users about platform safety, highlighting systemic issues in tech design and user protection.
Wearables
fromFuturism
16 hours ago

We Can't Even Imagine the Eating Disorders This New Meta Smart Glasses Feature Will Cause

Meta's Ray-Ban AI glasses may exacerbate eating disorders with features that track and log food intake automatically.
Marketing tech
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Meta turns to AI to make shopping easier on Instagram and Facebook | TechCrunch

Meta is enhancing shopping on its platforms by using AI to summarize product reviews and streamline the checkout process.
E-Commerce
fromDigiday
5 hours ago

Digiday+ Research: Retailers take a more complex approach to loyalty

Retailers increasingly rely on complex loyalty programs to enhance brand loyalty and adapt to changing market dynamics.
Online marketing
fromEntrepreneur
19 hours ago

Don't Let Your Online Presence Suck - It's Your First Impression

A strong online reputation across multiple platforms is essential for building trust and attracting opportunities.
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 hours ago

Apple Removes Jack Dorsey's Bitchat From China App Store

Apple removed Bitchat from the China App Store on February 28, 2026, citing local legal violations. The Cyberspace Administration of China claims Bitchat violates Article 3 of its security assessment provisions.
Privacy technologies
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
5 hours ago

The Trade Desk is changing how advertisers buy -- and what they can see

The Trade Desk is testing automated buying modes that simplify campaign management by bundling fees into a single price.
Media industry
fromNatesilver
10 hours ago

Social media is turning into a freak show

Social media's influence on content quality and publisher success has led to a crisis in foreign policy and political communication.
Online Community Development
fromTechCrunch
15 hours ago

As people look for ways to make new friends, here are the apps promising to help | TechCrunch

The rise of friendship apps addresses increasing loneliness and social isolation, providing platforms for meaningful connections among individuals.
Apple
fromtechsciencetoday
15 hours ago

Next Major iOS Update for iPhone Expected to Bring Crucial Change

iOS 27 will significantly upgrade Siri, enabling multitasking and improved context understanding through modern AI models.
fromeLearning
5 days ago
Online learning

Enhancing Learner Engagement Across AI-Powered Learning Platforms - eLearning

Active, data-driven experiences enhance digital education, but engagement and consistency remain challenges for learners.
Mobile UX
fromGSMArena.com
11 hours ago

Weekly deals: the Galaxy S26 series comes with gift cards, Pixel 9 series units resurface

Samsung Galaxy S26 series offers gift cards and trade-in bonuses, while older Pixel phones are available at competitive prices.
fromAdExchanger
2 years ago

Commerce | AdExchanger

Regulators are paying more attention to data privacy because their constituents consider it a 'kitchen table' issue, highlighting its importance in everyday life.
EU data protection
Productivity
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Best iPad apps to boost productivity and make your life easier | TechCrunch

iPads have evolved into versatile productivity tools with numerous apps available to enhance organization and focus.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Why Do We Read Reviews for Things We've Already Experienced?

People read reviews post-decision to validate experiences and alleviate inner conflict, not to gather new information.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Six great reads: the OnlyFans legacy, stolen cargo and Meta's creepy' glasses

Leonid Radvinsky's death leaves a void in the leadership of OnlyFans, a platform that has transformed the adult content landscape. His secretive management style and the controversies surrounding the site have raised questions about its future direction and stability.
Photography
#dtc-beauty
Marketing
fromTheStreet
2 days ago

12-year-old beauty brand closing nearly all stores

DTC beauty brands must prioritize profitability over growth due to slowing expansion and intense competition.
E-Commerce
fromMerced Sun-Star
2 days ago

12-year-old beauty brand closing nearly all stores

The DTC beauty model faces challenges requiring brands to prioritize profitability and adapt strategies amid rising costs and changing consumer expectations.
Marketing
fromTheStreet
2 days ago

12-year-old beauty brand closing nearly all stores

DTC beauty brands must prioritize profitability over growth due to slowing expansion and intense competition.
E-Commerce
fromMerced Sun-Star
2 days ago

12-year-old beauty brand closing nearly all stores

The DTC beauty model faces challenges requiring brands to prioritize profitability and adapt strategies amid rising costs and changing consumer expectations.
Games
fromKotaku
2 days ago

GameStop Thought Buying Games Online Was A 'Passing Phase'

GameStop underestimated digital distribution, believing physical stores would remain dominant despite the rise of platforms like Steam.
Digital life
fromFast Company
2 days ago

The web can still be wonderful, and Flipboard's Surf proves it

Surf is a new discovery engine that curates content from various platforms, offering a refreshing way to engage with the internet.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Children sell knives like clothes online, MP says

Children are increasingly buying and selling knives online, prompting government action to combat knife crime and exploitation.
fromDigiday
3 days ago

Fenty Beauty launches WhatsApp AI advisor as messaging becomes beauty's next commerce channel

"We've always wanted to partner with Meta more deeply. WhatsApp is so widely used all over the world, and our community and accessibility are important to us."
Women in technology
#ecommerce
Retirement
fromFortune
6 days ago

Most Americans would rather ditch social media than their beloved banking apps, Wells Fargo survey says | Fortune

Americans are increasingly rethinking their finances, with many delaying spending and seeking control over their financial decisions.
Graphic design
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

How Small Businesses Can Use Dynamic QR Codes to Cut Marketing Costs

Dynamic QR codes allow small businesses to update marketing links without reprinting materials, saving costs and increasing flexibility.
UX design
fromMedium
22 hours ago

The invisible layer of UX most designers ignore

Designers must prioritize screen reader compatibility to ensure accessibility, as users rely on spoken content rather than visual elements.
Marketing tech
fromSocial Media Explorer
1 day ago

The Rise of Dark Traffic: Why Your Analytics Are Lying to You - Social Media Explorer

Direct traffic is increasingly misleading due to untraceable influences from AI-driven research and decision-making processes.
Mobile UX
fromTECHBOOK
1 day ago

Ads on Honor Phones-Soon in Europe?!

Honor smartphones may soon feature ads in pre-installed apps, expanding from the Middle East to Europe.
Digital life
fromZDNET
3 days ago

Brick vs. Bloom Card: I tested both for my screen addiction, and the winner depends on you

Phone addiction leads to significant time loss, prompting the development of tools like the Bloom Card to help users manage distractions.
Artificial intelligence
fromTearsheet
3 days ago

What a bank-client relationship looks like when banks control the data behind the UX - Tearsheet

Grasshopper's Model Context Protocol enables secure AI integration with banking data while maintaining client control and data security.
Online learning
fromeLearning Industry
3 days ago

Microlearning Solutions For Mobile: How L&D Leaders Build Engaging, In-The-Flow-Of-Work Learning

Mobile microlearning solutions effectively address time scarcity and fragmented attention, providing quick, accessible training for modern employees.
Media industry
fromAdExchanger
4 days ago

Pruning The Mediavine; Shoppers Aren't Clicking Amazon's AI Ads | AdExchanger

Digital publishers face challenges due to AI and traffic changes, leading to layoffs and a focus on high-impact areas.
#eu-customs-reform
EU data protection
fromwww.thelocal.com
3 days ago

Shein, Temu: Why European consumers will pay more for cheap online orders

A landmark EU customs reform introduces measures for e-commerce, imposing handling fees and classifying online platforms as importers responsible for compliance.
EU data protection
fromThe Local France
3 days ago

Shein, Temu: Why European consumers will pay more for cheap online orders

A landmark EU customs reform introduces measures for e-commerce, imposing handling fees and classifying online platforms as importers responsible for compliance.
EU data protection
fromThe Local Germany
3 days ago

Shein, Temu: Why European consumers will pay more for cheap online orders

A landmark EU customs reform introduces measures for e-commerce, imposing handling fees and classifying online platforms as importers responsible for compliance.
EU data protection
fromwww.thelocal.com
3 days ago

Shein, Temu: Why European consumers will pay more for cheap online orders

A landmark EU customs reform introduces measures for e-commerce, imposing handling fees and classifying online platforms as importers responsible for compliance.
EU data protection
fromThe Local France
3 days ago

Shein, Temu: Why European consumers will pay more for cheap online orders

A landmark EU customs reform introduces measures for e-commerce, imposing handling fees and classifying online platforms as importers responsible for compliance.
EU data protection
fromThe Local Germany
3 days ago

Shein, Temu: Why European consumers will pay more for cheap online orders

A landmark EU customs reform introduces measures for e-commerce, imposing handling fees and classifying online platforms as importers responsible for compliance.
Cryptocurrency
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

Cash App launches 'buy now, pay later' feature for P2P pay transfers | TechCrunch

Cash App introduces a deferred payment feature allowing users to pay for transfers over time with a 7.5% fee.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

A new dating app, Sonder, has a deliberately annoying sign-up process (and it's working) | TechCrunch

Sonder aims to revolutionize dating apps by creating a more authentic and engaging user experience through unstructured profiles and unique in-person events.
#ai
E-Commerce
fromForbes
4 days ago

AI Shopping: Why The Universal Commerce Protocol Changes Everything

UCP enables AI agents to manage transactions directly with retailers, eliminating friction in the shopping journey.
E-Commerce
fromForbes
4 days ago

AI Shopping: Why The Universal Commerce Protocol Changes Everything

UCP enables AI agents to manage transactions directly with retailers, eliminating friction in the shopping journey.
Apple
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

Everything is iPhone now

The iPhone revolutionized technology by transforming limitations into opportunities, focusing on perfecting key features despite initial constraints.
Wearables
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

With its new app store, Ring bets on AI to go beyond home security | TechCrunch

Amazon-owned Ring launches an app store to enhance camera capabilities, focusing on elder care, workforce analytics, and rental management.
UX design
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

It's a Design Principle That Has Transformed the World and Even Saved Lives. It's Gone Way Too Far.

Usability, once seen as the cornerstone of design, is now questioned for its limitations in addressing deeper user experience issues.
Austin
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

This brand broke the biggest rule of e-commerce-and made customers 3.5x more valuable

Huckberry prioritizes customer engagement and community building over immediate sales, leading to higher customer lifetime value.
Media industry
fromAndroid Police
5 days ago

A fast-growing trend is having a big impact on Android entertainment apps

Short Drama apps are transforming the entertainment app market, with increased ad revenue and a shift towards ad-supported models.
London startup
fromPractical Ecommerce
2 weeks ago

New Ecommerce Tools: March 18, 2026

Ecommerce platforms introduce AI agents for dropshipping, fulfillment automation, customer decisioning, and product protection while expanding logistics infrastructure.
Paris food
fromWWD
2 weeks ago

From the Archive: Fashion's Online Shopping Reality

In 1996, retail leaders debated whether internet shopping would replace physical stores; today, e-commerce has clearly emerged as the dominant force in retail.
#chatgpt-shopping
E-Commerce
fromMiami Herald
3 days ago

ChatGPT shopping: How it works, and how to get your products listed

ChatGPT Shopping allows users to discover and purchase products directly within the chat interface, enhancing e-commerce opportunities for businesses.
E-Commerce
fromMiami Herald
3 days ago

ChatGPT shopping: How it works, and how to get your products listed

ChatGPT Shopping enables users to discover and purchase products directly within the chat interface, enhancing e-commerce opportunities for businesses.
E-Commerce
fromMiami Herald
3 days ago

ChatGPT shopping: How it works, and how to get your products listed

ChatGPT Shopping allows users to discover and purchase products directly within the chat interface, enhancing e-commerce opportunities for businesses.
E-Commerce
fromMiami Herald
3 days ago

ChatGPT shopping: How it works, and how to get your products listed

ChatGPT Shopping enables users to discover and purchase products directly within the chat interface, enhancing e-commerce opportunities for businesses.
fromArchitectural Digest
3 days ago

I'm Done Sourcing So Much Online. Here's Why

The convenience of sourcing online is fraught with more pitfalls than most of us want to admit. Try finding adequate photos of a vintage piece's condition-close-ups of the fabric, video of damaged areas, any images of a piece's rear or underside!
UX design
Digital life
fromRetail Brew
1 week ago

Gen Alpha 'born with the buy button at their fingertips'

Generation Alpha is actively influencing household spending and making purchases online, showcasing their digital engagement and brand relationships.
#agentic-commerce
Marketing tech
fromForbes
5 days ago

AI Is Deciding What Your Customers See - Most Brands Haven't Caught Up

AI agents are transforming e-commerce, projected to account for 25% of global sales by 2030, shifting traditional consumer engagement models.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.customerexperiencedive.com
3 weeks ago

E-commerce retailers plan hefty investments in agentic commerce, study finds

96% of enterprise e-commerce retailers have invested in AI capabilities, primarily for customer-facing applications like product discovery, chatbots, and personalized recommendations, with nearly half planning to invest $1 million or more in agentic commerce within 12 months.
Marketing tech
fromForbes
5 days ago

AI Is Deciding What Your Customers See - Most Brands Haven't Caught Up

AI agents are transforming e-commerce, projected to account for 25% of global sales by 2030, shifting traditional consumer engagement models.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.customerexperiencedive.com
3 weeks ago

E-commerce retailers plan hefty investments in agentic commerce, study finds

96% of enterprise e-commerce retailers have invested in AI capabilities, primarily for customer-facing applications like product discovery, chatbots, and personalized recommendations, with nearly half planning to invest $1 million or more in agentic commerce within 12 months.
#amazon
Mobile UX
fromComputerworld
2 weeks ago

Amazon is aiming for a comeback in the smartphone market

Amazon is developing a new smartphone called the 'Transformer' focused on AI, personalization, and integration with Alexa.
Mobile UX
fromZDNET
2 weeks ago

For Amazon's Fire Phone to succeed, it'll need to fix its app store problem first

Amazon is developing a new Fire Phone, learning from past mistakes to improve app store experience and compete in a crowded market.
Mobile UX
fromComputerworld
2 weeks ago

Amazon is aiming for a comeback in the smartphone market

Amazon is developing a new smartphone called the 'Transformer' focused on AI, personalization, and integration with Alexa.
Mobile UX
fromZDNET
2 weeks ago

For Amazon's Fire Phone to succeed, it'll need to fix its app store problem first

Amazon is developing a new Fire Phone, learning from past mistakes to improve app store experience and compete in a crowded market.
Marketing tech
fromTearsheet
6 days ago

PayPal doesn't have a growth problem - it has a positioning problem - Tearsheet

PayPal's growth is stalling, particularly in branded checkout, raising concerns about its relevance in the payments ecosystem.
Marketing tech
fromThedrum
1 week ago

From football to fashion: How smartphones embrace consumers

AI and fashion collaborations are reshaping mobile marketing strategies, enabling brands to engage consumers through lifestyle rather than just technology.
E-Commerce
fromVogue
3 days ago

Can TikTok Shop Help Mac Cosmetics Gain Momentum?

Mac Cosmetics has launched on TikTok Shop to connect with 1 billion users amid declining sales in traditional retail.
E-Commerce
fromFast Company
3 days ago

Visa says AI could start making purchases for you. Not everyone wants that, but here's how close we are

AI is influencing consumer purchases and acting on behalf of shoppers in commerce.
Marketing tech
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Poshmark finally redesigned its clunky app

Poshmark's app redesign focuses on user experience, aiming to attract younger consumers in a rapidly growing resale market.
fromTasting Table
3 days ago

Costco's Automated Pay Stations Are Here - And Fans Are Underwhelmed - Tasting Table

The way Costco's automated pay stations work is that members stand in line and a Costco employee scans the person's membership card and all of the items in their cart. When the member reaches the self-serve payment kiosk, they scan their membership card and pay. The system eliminates the conveyor belt and any interaction with a cashier.
E-Commerce
Online marketing
fromForbes
3 weeks ago

A Website Alone Isn't Enough For Today's Digital Shoppers

Modern digital commerce success requires seamless omnichannel experiences, mobile optimization, and strategic retargeting rather than relying solely on website presence.
UX design
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

Retail 3.0 is designing for real life

Retail's next competitive advantage is designing for real life by accommodating the full range of human ability, attention, mobility, and circumstance as a core strategy, not a compliance exercise.
#e-commerce
E-Commerce
fromForbes
6 days ago

Financing The AI Shopping Era: What E-Commerce Founders Need To Know

AI is transforming e-commerce by changing how consumers shop and how brands must adapt to remain visible.
E-Commerce
fromForbes
6 days ago

Financing The AI Shopping Era: What E-Commerce Founders Need To Know

AI is transforming e-commerce by changing how consumers shop and how brands must adapt to remain visible.
E-Commerce
fromForbes
1 week ago

What Is Live Shopping? How eCosmetics Is The Future Of Beauty Shopping

Live commerce revolutionizes online shopping by combining real-time interaction, entertainment, and instant purchasing, particularly in the beauty sector.
E-Commerce
fromMarTech
1 week ago

The real reason checkout kills ecommerce conversions | MarTech

Over 70% of online shopping carts are abandoned, primarily due to trust and friction issues during checkout.
E-Commerce
fromForbes
1 week ago

Sephora And Shopify Double Down On Agentic Commerce

Sephora integrates its app with ChatGPT for personalized shopping experiences for BeautyInsider members.
E-Commerce
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

Target quietly loaded its app with a bunch of AI shopping features. I took them for a spin.

Target's mobile app is crucial for its sales and customer engagement, but competition is increasing with other retailers enhancing their app features.
E-Commerce
fromTNW | Offers
2 weeks ago

Why the checkout is the most strategic product in your 2026 stack

The checkout process is now the most critical component impacting revenue for SaaS and ecommerce businesses.
E-Commerce
fromwww.cnbc.com
2 weeks ago

OpenAI's first crack at online shopping stumbled. It's preparing for the next wave

OpenAI is shifting from Instant Checkout to dedicated apps within ChatGPT for better control over e-commerce transactions.
E-Commerce
fromMiami Herald
2 weeks ago

Shopify bets you'll change how you shop online

AI commerce integration through platforms like ChatGPT and Gemini enables direct product purchases within digital assistants, with Shopify launching agentic storefronts by default to transform online retail strategies.
#ai-commerce-integration
E-Commerce
fromDigiday
3 weeks ago

Shopify says purchases are coming 'inside ChatGPT' through agentic storefronts as OpenAI retreats on Instant Checkout

Shopify merchants' products will become discoverable and purchasable in ChatGPT through agentic storefronts, with checkout redirecting to merchants' own storefronts rather than completing purchases directly in the chatbot.
E-Commerce
fromDigiday
3 weeks ago

Shopify says purchases are coming 'inside ChatGPT' through agentic storefronts as OpenAI retreats on Instant Checkout

Shopify merchants' products will become discoverable and purchasable in ChatGPT through agentic storefronts, with checkout redirecting to merchants' own storefronts rather than completing purchases directly in the chatbot.
E-Commerce
fromDigiday
3 weeks ago

Shopify says purchases are coming 'inside ChatGPT' through agentic storefronts as OpenAI retreats on Instant Checkout

Shopify merchants' products will become discoverable and purchasable in ChatGPT through agentic storefronts, with checkout redirecting to merchants' own storefronts rather than completing purchases directly in the chatbot.
E-Commerce
fromDigiday
3 weeks ago

Shopify says purchases are coming 'inside ChatGPT' through agentic storefronts as OpenAI retreats on Instant Checkout

Shopify merchants' products will become discoverable and purchasable in ChatGPT through agentic storefronts, with checkout redirecting to merchants' own storefronts rather than completing purchases directly in the chatbot.
fromZacks
1 month ago

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fromForbes
1 month ago

Mobile Isn't A Channel. It's The Primary Customer Experience

Do you remember when 2007 was dubbed "The year of mobile"? That was when Apple launched the iPhone and firmly established mobile as the secondary channel for online engagement, after the desktop. The company's approach was so revolutionary that, in today's world, the mobile experience has become the primary experience for brand and customer interaction. More people search for products and services on their phones than on any other platform.
Mobile UX
E-Commerce
fromForbes
1 month ago

AI Shopping Assistants Now Decide What You Buy

Smart shopping assistants use behavioral data beyond clicks to make purchasing decisions for consumers, reshaping retail competition and raising questions about whether recommendations prioritize profit over customer interests.
#ai-driven-commerce
fromAxios
2 months ago
E-Commerce

Microsoft turns Copilot chats into a checkout lane with Shopify, PayPal and Etsy

fromAxios
2 months ago
E-Commerce

Microsoft turns Copilot chats into a checkout lane with Shopify, PayPal and Etsy

E-Commerce
fromTECHBOOK
1 month ago

Google Plans Revolution in Online Shopping

Google uses AI to consolidate product information directly in search results, enabling faster shopping decisions while reducing merchant control over content presentation.
fromMarTech
1 month ago

Google details how its on-Google checkout works | MarTech

The new documentation breaks down how UCP and its UCP-powered checkout enable a native Buy button that keeps the entire transaction on Google properties. The merchant remains the seller of record, but the checkout experience happens natively within Google. To activate the feature, merchants must implement the native_commerce attribute in Merchant Center.
E-Commerce
fromPractical Ecommerce
1 month ago

AI Revives Ecommerce DIY

A 2025 LinkedIn study found that 80% of C-suite executives believe AI adoption is important and will foster a more innovative workplace culture. Gartner reported in December 2025 that 65% of employees said they are excited to use AI at work. The trend suggests a convergence of three priorities: Management fears their companies will fall behind if they don't adopt AI and automation; Employees use AI because it makes their jobs easier, and the knowledge gained is an important career skill; The cost of off-the-shelf software and development makes AI an attractive alternative.
E-Commerce
E-Commerce
fromPractical Ecommerce
1 month ago

New Ecommerce Tools: February 25, 2026

eBay acquires Depop for $1.2 billion to expand C2C commerce with younger buyers, while Radial launches AI-powered fraud prevention and payment orchestration solutions for merchants.
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

More than 70% of mobile consumers shop online

Mobile as a channel has evolved very quickly but the challenge for marketers is to create a seamless shopping experience across all the channels to ensure that consumers are getting a consistent brand message and identity.
E-Commerce
fromRetail Brew
2 months ago

2026: The year of 'zero-click buying'

Agentic AI will dominate retail in 2026, forcing brands and retailers to ensure visibility on AI platforms or risk being invisible to shoppers.
E-Commerce
fromInc
1 month ago

E-Commerce Brands Are Ignoring This Critical Feature-and It's Losing Them Sales

Onsite search must be modernized with autosuggest, typo tolerance, mobile-friendly input, and merchandising to capture bottom-of-funnel shoppers and surface customer intent.
E-Commerce
fromAol
1 month ago

7 fast-growing business trends in retail and e-commerce

Small businesses can capture 2026 retail growth by using AI-driven hyperpersonalization, visual search, social commerce, resale, and wellness trends to offer convenient, values-aligned experiences.
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