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Amazon Launches Retail Ad Service to Compete With Walmart Connect
Retail // January 16, 2025

Amazon has launched its Retail Ad Service, a new platform designed to help retailers easily incorporate targeted advertising into their digital storefronts. Powered by Amazon Web Services (AWS), the service allows retailers to display ads on product, search and browse pages, while purchases are completed...

Will Cyber Trust Mark Change Consumer Behavior? Experts Discuss Potential Impact
Cybersecurity // January 14, 2025

The U.S. government’s Cyber Trust Mark cybersecurity labeling program for internet-connected devices is set to impact consumers and the industry. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required....

From Tracking Fires to Cyber Fraud: Digital Tools Face Scrutiny in LA’s Crisis Response
Technology // January 10, 2025

As wildfires ravage parts of Los Angeles, residents are turning to digital tools to stay informed, with technology proving vital in tracking fires and managing communication. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

How Important Are Pharmacists in Getting Consumers to Use Traditional Drugstores?
Retail // January 07, 2025

In the past decade, the U.S. has seen a dramatic decline in the number of drugstores, with nearly 30% of them disappearing from the retail landscape. This shrinking footprint reflects a combination of factors, including the rise of eCommerce, changing consumer habits, razor-thin profit margins...

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Amazon Gains in Home Furnishings as Walmart’s Market Share Declines, Data Shows

March 07, 2025
The home furnishings market is witnessing a shift, with Amazon gaining ground while Walmart struggles to maintain its share. 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, […]

Amazon Launches Retail Ad Service to Compete With Walmart Connect

January 16, 2025
Amazon has launched its Retail Ad Service, a new platform designed to help retailers easily incorporate targeted advertising into their digital storefronts. Powered by Amazon Web Services (AWS), the service...

How Important Are Pharmacists in Getting Consumers to Use Traditional Drugstores?

January 07, 2025
In the past decade, the U.S. has seen a dramatic decline in the number of drugstores, with nearly 30% of them disappearing from the retail landscape. This shrinking footprint reflects...

The Year in Amazon vs Walmart, and a Look Into 2025

December 27, 2024
As 2024 comes to a close, the retail sector remains defined by the intense rivalry between Amazon and Walmart. Over the course of the year, these industry titans fiercely competed...