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IBM Surrenders SIEM While PANW Tries To Gain Ground On Tech Titans

Forrester eCommerce

In a busy week for SIEMs to be merged or divested, Palo Alto Networks (PANW) announced that it’s acquiring IBM’s QRadar SaaS business and migrating those customers to its Cortex® XSIAM® platform. In addition, PANW gets QRadar intellectual property rights as part of the deal.

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Walmart Rolls Out Luminate Data Insights Service to Suppliers in Mexico, Canada

Retail TouchPoints

Walmart ’s Data Ventures division has announced the international expansion of the Walmart Luminate data insights platform, beginning with Walmex in Mexico and followed by Walmart Canada later this year. Launched a little over three years ago to drive more value for both the Walmart business and its suppliers, Walmart Luminate gives the retailer’s suppliers access to transaction, supply chain and shopper behavior data so they can better understand customer expectations and optimize their digit

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Purge Network Myopathy With NAV

Forrester eCommerce

I can see clearly now the noise is gone! As Zero Trust mandates begin to creep into the private sector, organizations are tasked with the seemingly impossible: observe and inspect all network traffic regardless of direction (N/S/E/W), encryption, or location within the enterprise.

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Beyond Inc.’s New Chairman Reveals ‘Bigger and Better’ Plans for the Business

Retail TouchPoints

In his first earnings season as Executive Chairman, Marcus Lemonis shared detailed plans for the future of Beyond Inc. , which now encompasses the Bed Bath & Beyond , Overstock and Zulily brands. Given the fact that two of the company’s three banners were bought out of bankruptcy, it’s not surprising that the past year has been a tad bumpy for the newly minted conglomerate , but Lemonis told analysts on the company’s Q1 2024 earnings call May 7 that he sees “green shoots everywhere.

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Innovation Fest: Summer of AI

Join Bloomreach at Innovation Fest: Summer 2024, a virtual event, to explore the future of personalized marketing and merchandising! Along with the company’s top product experts, CEO Raj De Datta will provide an exclusive look at the company’s latest AI innovations reshaping the omnichannel experience. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to connect with fellow industry leaders and explore the latest trends in retail technology.

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FastSpring at WordCamp EU 2024!

FastSpring

Ready to join the ultimate gathering in Europe for around 3,000 WordPress enthusiasts? If so, join FastSpring at WordCamp EU 2024 at Booth 13! We’d love to talk with you in person! Join us at the Lingotto Conference and Exhibition Centre in Torino, Italy from June 13 to 15 for an extraordinary event dedicated to all things WordPress. Immerse yourself in a diverse array of programs, workshops, and presentations, where industry experts will share their wisdom and cutting-edge trends will be unveil

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First Look: New Research Unpacks the Differences Between Subscriptions and Memberships

Retail TouchPoints

The terms “membership” and “subscription” are often used interchangeably in retail. However, new research from CI&T , developed in partnership with Retail TouchPoints , reveals that most consumers ( 64% ) believe there is a distinct difference between these two types of programs. Although the report won’t be released until next month, we’re offering you a first look at some of the findings.

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Ebay Plans Inaugural Recommerce Day, Launches Digital ID Integration

Retail TouchPoints

Ebay is launching a new holiday — Recommerce Day — and is even working with legislators to make it an official state holiday in California. Slated for May 21, the holiday will be celebrated across the Ebay platform as the company unveils its latest Recommerce Report. At the same time, Ebay has introduced a new integration with digital IDs from Certilogo that will make it easier for sellers to list their items on the resale platform.

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Macy’s and J.C. Penney have two very different real estate strategies

RetailDive

One has a downsizing plan that includes profitable stores. The other plans to keep — and possibly open — even low-volume stores. What’s going on?

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Verizon Launches New AI-Powered ‘Personal Shopper and Problem Solver’ Tools

Retail TouchPoints

Verizon is the latest brand to unveil new generative AI-powered services designed to streamline various stages of the online and in-store telecom retail experience that are often fraught with friction, such as customer service, product comparison and selection. These AI tools are designed to work alongside customers and frontline associates, the company said, serving as personal “guides” to give users the best information possible.

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23 Free Tools to Test a Website

Practical eCommerce

This all-new update to our popular resource includes tools to evaluate page speed, security, accessibility, regulatory compliance, code, and more. The post 23 Free Tools to Test a Website appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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From Concept to Deployment: Building Commerce Storefronts with Composable UI

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Fast Retailing’s GU Begins Big Global Push with NYC Flagship

Retail TouchPoints

Japanese fashion retailer GU is opening its first flagship store in New York City this fall. The Fast Retailing brand (also parent company of Uniqlo and Theory ) is launching its U.S. online store within the same timeframe. GU initially ventured into the U.S. with a NYC pop-up in 2022. Under the theme “Tokyo to SoHo,” the pop-up is still open and aims to welcome people of all cultures, values and lifestyles to the GU brand.

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Footwear brand On posts record quarterly sales with strong DTC growth

RetailDive

The company has plans to open a second store in Paris and is hoping to have a “notable impact’’ at the Paris Olympics that begin in July.

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Best Buy Leans into Personalization with Mobile App Updates

Retail TouchPoints

Best Buy is rolling out new features in its mobile app to better personalize the shopping experience. The electronics retailer promises that “each time you open the app, your experience will become more tailored and relevant,” with My Best Buy Plus or My Best Buy Total loyalty program members getting access to even more personalized offers and exclusive deals.

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Accurate Product Information's Role in Grocery Retail | Salsify

Salsify

The U.S. grocery retail market remains strong, with in-store sales topping $880 billion in 2023, and e-retail revenue crossing the $920 million mark, according to Statista.

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How To Craft Your Perfect Retail Tech Stack

Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Brian Walker

The era of all-in-one platforms is over. Now, retail success depends on integrating a blend of diverse technologies to thrive. As customers and stakeholders expect agility and innovation, how can you meet these expectations efficiently without stumbling into complexity? Explore a customer-centric approach to navigating digital transformation in retail.

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Retail and Healthcare: A Relationship that Today’s Technology can Promote, Strengthen and Expand

Retail TouchPoints

Healthcare and retail are being combined in ways that were unimaginable just a few years ago. By one estimate, the U.S. retail healthcare clinics market is projected to increase from $2.79 billion in 2023 to $6.36 billion by 2030. Big retailers like Walmart and Costco frequently grab headlines for major activity in the retail health sector, but just as significant are the growing number of smaller players — from pharmacies and chiropractors to wellness spas and veterinarians, to name just a few

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Almost 900,000 Yogi Tea Bags Recalled Over Pesticides

RetailWire

East West Tea Company, LLC has initiated a recall affecting almost 900,000 Yogi tea bags in 54,846 boxes sold nationwide.

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Protect Your Marketing Content in the Age of Social Media: Copyright, Trademark and Privacy

Digital Doughnut

Over the past several years, social media has completely changed how individuals and businesses communicate. Initially, it was meant to increase connectivity among the general population, but corporate interests have since taken advantage of the vast reach and marketing potential.

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7-Eleven testing new financial services in stores

RetailDive

The retailer will add terminals to 3,000 Speedway locations and test services like cryptocurrency purchases with ATM solution provider FCTI.

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Get MACH Ready with Orium, Commercetools, and Contentstack

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Mirage Closes Ahead of Hard Rock Rebrand, 2027 Reopen Planned

RetailWire

The Mirage Hotel, credited with rebranding the Las Vegas Strip into a luxury resort destination, is shutting its doors this summer.

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Walmart beats expectations in Q1 as revenue surpasses $160B

RetailDive

The company's e-commerce sales rose 21% , driven by store-fulfilled pickup and delivery and strength within its marketplace.

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McDonald’s Introduces Limited-Time $5 Value Meal & New McFlurry

RetailWire

McDonald's will launch a $5 value meal in the U.S. starting June 25, available for roughly a month.

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Dillard’s beats expectations in tough Q1

RetailDive

CEO William Dillard said the department store focused on profitable sales as “the consumer environment remained challenging.

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Secrets of a Successful Sale: Optimizing Your Checkout Process

Speaker: David Nisbet, Everett Zufelt, and Michaela Weber

Once upon a time, in the vast realm of online commerce, there lived a humble checkout button overlooked by many. Yet, within its humble click lay the power to transform a mere visitor into a loyal customer. 🧐 💡 Getting checkout right can mark the difference between a successful sale and an abandoned cart, yet many businesses fail to make payments a part of their commerce strategy even when it has a direct impact on revenue.

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Grocery Prices Have Finally Fallen for the First Time in a Year

RetailWire

Some grocery staples are seeing a decline in price.

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Mindy Kaling and Andie Swim launch second collection together

RetailDive

The summer camp-themed capsule includes cover-ups, two-piece suits and one-piece suits and comes as the swimwear market heats up.

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Superdrug Celebrates 60 Years with 25 New Store Openings in Major Retail Expansion

365 Retail

Superdrug has announced an investment into its bricks-and-mortar retail footprint, with plans to open 25 new stores in 2024, as it celebrates its 60th year on the British high street. The retailer is enhancing the physical shopping experience for customers with larger and improved store formats in prime retail destinations. The expanding store estate is expected to create over 500 jobs nationwide, providing support and services for high streets and local communities.

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Best Buy updates mobile app with personalization, discovery features

RetailDive

The electronics retailer is adding elements like Shop with Videos, Best Buy Drops and other additions to promote its products.

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From Data to Decisions: Maximizing Retail Potential With AI

Discover how retailers are transforming data into actionable insights for growth. By leveraging data and analytics to their potential, retailers can enhance decision-making, improve customer experiences, and streamline operations to stay ahead of the competition. From Data to Decisions: Maximizing Retail Potential With AI, authored by Orium, commercetools, and Google Cloud, demonstrates how businesses can unify and activate data across the tech stack to achieve retail excellence and create growt

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Currys Enhances Customer Experience with Improvements Across 65 Stores

365 Retail

Currys , the omnichannel retailer of technology products and services, is continuing to invest in its stores, with plans to transform 65 locations across the UK and Ireland. The refit aims to better cater to customer tech needs and improve the overall shopping experience. The first stores to undergo this transformation are Aberdeen Garthdee, Bristol Winterstoke , and Grantham.

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Uber takes on Instacart with expanded Costco partnership

RetailDive

The club retailer is now available on Uber Eats in several unspecified locations across the U.S., Canada, Mexico and Japan, with more to come.

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Out & About: SEPHORA Opens Third UK Store with Grand Launch Event at Manchester’s Trafford Centre

365 Retail

SEPHORA, the renowned beauty retailer, celebrated the debut of its third UK store in Manchester’s Trafford Centre with an exclusive launch event. The event featured a stellar lineup of guests and offered attendees a preview of what the store has to offer before its official opening on 16th May. Paying tribute to Manchester’s rich northern roots, SEPHORA UK collaborated with an impressive mix of Northern talent for the Trafford Centre opening.

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Foxtrot files for bankruptcy

RetailDive

The decision to file for Chapter 7 was made during a meeting with Outfox’s board of directors late last month.

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The Future of Multi-Vendor Commerce

In this on-demand webinar, discover how Logicbroker’s cutting-edge technology enhances the overall experience for both current and future customers and gain insights into how leveraging our seamless integration process unlocks new dimensions of efficiency and functionality. Plus, learn how our advanced marketplace features are set to revolutionize the way businesses operate, offering opportunities for growth and success within your multi-vendor commerce program.