5 predictions for the future of retail
Chatbots, messaging apps and voice enabled devices will also start to become a key element of brand communication, according to a new report looking into the future of retail.
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Email fail: Amazon mistakenly sends baby registry emails
Amazon sent out some very confusing emails on Tuesday, telling a large number of customers that someone had bought an item off their baby registry.
Technology ignorance “will cost UK independent retailers dearly this Christmas”
Just 7% of SME decision makers surveyed in the retail sector invest in technology to meet peak periods, like Christmas, which could put themselves at a clear disadvantage against the online and high street giants.
Most consumers use Amazon to research purchases (and quarter do it instore)
72% of people now visit Amazon when they want to research products online before making a purchase and over a quarter (26%) of Amazon users admit to checking for alternatives, background information and prices on the site when they come up on a potential purchase in a physical store, according to new research.
Mobile data usage trends: Live infographic tracks world’s biggest apps
We all know mobile usage is soaring, but how does that translate to real-time analytics? This new interactive infographic from gambling reviews site PlayMobi shows the live usage stats from some of the world’s biggest apps.
eBay takes on Amazon with ‘The Entertainment Shop’ for physical media
eBay has announced a major play for the UK’s physical media market, with the launch of ‘The Entertainment Shop’.
The future of retail: The rise of conversational commerce
With the rise of Conversational Commerce being a hot topic in the media lately, Gregory Gazagne, Executive Vice President for EMEA, Criteo, looks at what voice-driven, technology will mean for retailers.
YouTube gets major revamp with vertical videos and design overhaul
YouTube has just had its biggest revamp in 12 years, with more mobile viewing features along with a now logo and cleaner design.
Alibaba to expand into online groceries via BigBasket investment
Alibaba is reportedly in talks to pick up a significant stake in online grocer BigBasket in India, as the Chinese online retail giant looks to rival Amazon’s recent expansion into fresh food with its WholeFoods acquisition.
Domino’s teams with Ford for self-driving pizza delivery cars
Domino’s Pizza is trialling self-driving delivery cars in the US, following a partnership with Ford.