shopping

How consumers find what they want to buy and buy it in a world that is no longer defined by a physical place but what a consumer wants to buy and how she wants to buy it. Connected devices and the integration of payments into this now digital-led shopping journey is creating new ways for merchants and consumers to interact and disrupting traditional retail business models.

1 in 3 Shoppers Interested in Frictionless In-Store Checkout
1 in 3 Shoppers Interested in Frictionless In-Store Checkout
October 26, 2023  |  Retail

While “Just Walk Out”-style checkout remains quite new to most consumers, and may not be for everyone, PYMNTS Intelligence reveals that a significant portion of...

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Agora Launches Livestream Shopping Technology
Agora Launches Livestream Shopping Technology
October 26, 2023  |  Retail

Agora, a platform for real-time engagement application programming interfaces (APIs), has announced the wide availability of its technology to power livestream shopping experiences. The company’s...

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Nearly 30% of Young Shoppers Issue Ultimatum to Retailers: Offer BNPL or Lose Our Business
Nearly 30% of Young Shoppers Issue Ultimatum to Retailers: Offer BNPL or Lose Our Business
October 18, 2023  |  Buy Now Pay Later

The world of retail payments and lending is undergoing a significant transformation with the rise of buy now, pay later (BNPL) services. As noted in...

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Netflix Announces Plans to Open ‘Netflix House’ Retail Stores
Netflix Announces Plans to Open ‘Netflix House’ Retail Stores
October 13, 2023  |  Retail

Netflix, the popular streaming TV service, has announced its plans to open retail stores called “Netflix House” in 2025. These stores will offer fans the...

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Nearly One-Third of Consumers Say Higher Credit Limits Will Boost BNPL’s Appeal
Nearly One-Third of Consumers Say Higher Credit Limits Will Boost BNPL’s Appeal
October 13, 2023  |  Buy Now Pay Later

Consumers are increasingly seeking flexible and convenient payment options, leading to the rising popularity of deferred payment plans such as credit card installment plans and...

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From Shopping Hauls to Experiences, Consumers Tap Overbuying Trend 
From Shopping Hauls to Experiences, Consumers Tap Overbuying Trend 
October 12, 2023  |  Retail

We’ve probably all observed the trend in minimalism. One component of the trend focuses on only acquiring essential items. While the minimalist aesthetic has gained...

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Klarna Unveils AI-Driven Photo Shopping Tool
Klarna Unveils AI-Driven Photo Shopping Tool
October 11, 2023  |  Retail

Klarna has debuted an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered shopping tool with the help of OpenAI. The Swedish payments company announced the new feature Wednesday (Oct. 11) as part of...

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Walmart Experiments With AI and AR to Enhance Shopping Experience
Walmart Experiments With AI and AR to Enhance Shopping Experience
October 06, 2023  |  Walmart

Walmart is embracing emerging technologies to enhance the shopping experience for its customers. With the aim of making shopping more convenient, Walmart is leveraging artificial intelligence...

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Barclays Analysts See Meta as Well-Positioned for Growth in AI
Barclays Analysts See Meta as Well-Positioned for Growth in AI
October 05, 2023  |  artificial intelligence

Barclays analysts reportedly believe that Meta Platforms, with its integration of artificial intelligence (AI) technology into its apps, is well-positioned for growth in the AI industry. The...

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