Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

If your customers have to deal with an annoying login process at the end of their shopping journey, they’ll just abandon their cart. This explains why guest checkout is so critical for retailers these days. Rishi Bhargava is Co-founder at Descope , a developer-first authentication and user management platform.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 25, 2025

The act, which has not yet been passed by the US House of Representatives, would create a pathway for banks, fintech firms and big-box retailers, such as Amazon, to issue their own stablecoins or weave them into their current payment platforms. What are stablecoins?

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 9, 2025

The premise is simple: instead of directing shoppers to external websites, retailers can now bring the entire buying journey to the platforms and apps people use daily to engage with content. Off-Platform Payment Links: Payment links are URLs that can be added to direct messages, stories or posts.

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Retail Focus

MARCH 20, 2025

Over the past decade, the payments environment has experienced significant upheaval, driven by swift technical improvements. Innovations such as contactless cards, mobile wallets, blockchain, and real-time payments are transforming transaction methods for consumers and companies.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 25, 2025

Retail businesses are no longer self-enclosed entities where everything revolves around a checkout and some inventory management software. A strong network infrastructure supports everything from payment processing and inventory management to customer engagement and security, ensuring business continuity and long-term growth.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 2, 2025

Nike Plans to Cut $2 Billion in Costs, Layoffs Imminent as Strategy Pivot Continues (January 2, 2024) Increasing competition in the sneaker market and global macroeconomic headwinds pushed Nike to make major cost cuts, using tactics such as simplifying its product assortment and making greater use of automation and technology.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Marketers’ traditional funnel-shaped operating model has been completely upended by the evolving and expanding world of ecommerce. Our job as marketers is how to keep them in it, and they will choose when to buy.” These changes highlight an emerging opportunity for brands to use bottom-funnel engagements as a way to differentiate.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 11, 2025

They must guide users effortlessly from discovery to checkout, while fostering trust, loyalty and long-term engagement along the way. AI tools also allow customers to ask questions and get business-specific answers instantly. Success lies in designing digital journeys that do more than look good.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Digital shopping habits are now firmly embedded, and this means that brands that fail to adapt risk being left behind. To capitalise on this shift, brands need to own their customer relationships by investing in identity resolution technology that enables personalised email and SMS marketing.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Ecommerce businesses can better understand and serve their clientele when interactions are powered by clean customer data. Customer profiles that are correct, current and enhanced with demographic and geographic data allow organizations to personalize communications, optimize marketing efforts and uncover new customer prospects.

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Retail Focus

MARCH 13, 2025

With advancements like AI-driven personalization and checkout-free shopping, the future of in-store technology is poised to completely revolutionize the way we shop. Contactless and Frictionless Payments Long checkout lines have been a longstanding frustration for shoppers.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

Supre, YD, and Midas exhibited the most distinct Overall Online Store Experience for customers among all retailers ranked by the Online CX Index, Australias first and only online retailer performance platform powered by real data. YDs one-page checkout also streamlines the process, removing the hassle for customers to place an order.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

Leveraging insights into their lifestyle, aspirations, and consumption patterns, retailers can position themselves for success in this evolving market. A notable gap is apparent, though, between values and actions, as many still shop frequently on fast-fashion platforms like Shein. Affordability also remains a critical factor.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Technologies such as frictionless checkout systems or ‘Just Walk Out technology’ take a different approach. This method allows for the automatic billing of items taken off shelves without a traditional checkout process.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 7, 2025

3D Secure (3DS) is an additional layer of cardholder security and authentication for online card transactions, and more and more large retailers are wanting to add it into their payments process. However, 3DS places more risk on and less revenue for card issuers, driving their hesitation in wanting to use it in the U.S.

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Small Biz Trends

JULY 23, 2025

In an era where small businesses must navigate a complex economic landscape, PayPal’s newly launched commerce platform, PayPal Open, arrives as a potential game-changer. Access to a Global Customer Base : By tapping into PayPal’s extensive two-sided network, businesses can reach over 400 million customers worldwide.

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Small Biz Trends

JULY 13, 2025

Robust Branding: Establishing a distinctive and recognizable brand identity fosters trust, enhances customer loyalty, and sets businesses apart from competitors. Data-Driven Insights: Leveraging data analytics informs product development and marketing strategies, enabling businesses to make informed decisions and optimize operations.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

Supre, YD, and Mecca exhibited the most distinct Overall Online Store Experience for customers among all retailers ranked by the Online CX Index, Australias first and only online retailer performance platform powered by real data. YDs one-page checkout also streamlines the process, removing the hassle for customers to place an order.

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Retail Focus

JULY 1, 2025

With increasing digitisation, payment innovation and behavioural data use, online gambling platforms are reshaping not just how people spend but how platforms operate, market and scale. Cart and checkout logic (deposit and withdrawal systems). Personalised marketing and CRM. Mobile-first UX design.

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Small Biz Trends

JULY 5, 2025

Key Takeaways Ecommerce Growth: Global retail ecommerce sales reached approximately $6 trillion in 2023, with projections to hit $8 trillion by 2026, highlighting significant market opportunities for small businesses. Understanding these trends helps you align your business strategies with market demands.

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Inside Retail

MAY 29, 2025

Choosing the best eftpos machine for a small business is more than just a technical decision its a critical step in building a seamless and efficient payment experience for your customers. From portable devices to fully integrated systems, Tyro ensures every small business can access seamless payment solutions.

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365 Retail

APRIL 1, 2025

Ahead of showcasing the company’s allin-one payment solution at this year’s Retail Technology Show, Payment Expert Madara Antanavia from Exactly.com explains how e-commerce businesses can improve conversions and reduce acquisition costs while scaling in the UK and beyond.

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Retail Wire

MAY 13, 2025

Domino’s has announced that it has partnered with Cash App to offer new payment options for Gen Z customers. According to QSR , this is one of Cash App Pay’s first restaurant collaborations, and it will provide next-generation consumers with the choice and freedom they seek at checkout. and Block Inc.

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Small Biz Trends

JUNE 17, 2025

Streamline the Decision Process: Ensure a smooth and convenient checkout experience, whether online or in-store. Adopt Best Practices: Streamline buying processes and leverage technology to make interactions easier and more engaging, ultimately enhancing the overall customer experience and bolstering retail success.

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365 Retail

MAY 6, 2025

The current consumer behaviour patterns and business techniques that businesses should use to meet consumer requirements. Full-cycle Mobile App Development Services provide the necessary services for retailers to implement life-like features through integrated UX design and payment infrastructure and post-launch performance testing.

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Small Biz Trends

JULY 24, 2025

These systems enable customers to complete transactions independently using kiosks that feature touchscreens, barcode scanners, and various payment methods. By connecting to cloud-based platforms, they provide real-time inventory management and customizable user experiences. These features contribute to a seamless shopping experience.

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Retail Customer Experience

JUNE 16, 2025

Boosting marketing impact Every week Lovedbaby runs a 24-hour flash sale available to all its email subscribers. The AI-powered retail and e-commerce marketing platform had just launched new features empowering retailers to liquidate inventory using its one-click AI solution. It was not producing the expected response. "It

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Inside Retail

MARCH 26, 2025

Since then, weve grown from a small startup to a recognised brand, expanding from direct-to-consumer into major retailers across Australia and international markets. IR : What impact did the Covid pandemic and lockdowns have on the early days of the business? How did it help; what challenges did it present?

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365 Retail

JANUARY 29, 2025

From 18 to 20 February, Geck will showcase solutions designed to help retailers stay ahead in an evolving market. A key innovation is its contactless payment system, which allows customers to pay directly at the trolley, eliminating checkout queues and speeding up the entire shopping process.

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Retail Gazette

JUNE 3, 2025

This is what were building, said Marcus LaRobardiere, vice president of marketing at NewStore, as he welcomed attendees at Underbelly Boulevard. Retailers must now be able to ship from store, refund anywhere, and cater to diverse payment needs, all as part of a joined-up experience. At its heart, Endless Aisle Live is about community.

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Small Biz Trends

JUNE 13, 2025

Key Takeaways Understand Market Challenges: Retail businesses, especially small ones, must adapt to shifting consumer behaviors and economic conditions to stay competitive. Embrace E-Commerce: Establishing an online presence is essential for expanding market reach and meeting customer demands for convenience.

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Retail Gazette

JUNE 9, 2025

Online marketplace Trouva has been acquired by Inspiration Commerce Group (ICG), marking a new chapter for the platform following a turbulent start to the year. The indie retail platform was previously taken over by GCG Capital in February, after entering pre-pack administration and temporarily suspending trading in January.

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Small Biz Trends

JUNE 10, 2025

Key Takeaways Hybrid Retail Model: Click and mortar combines physical stores and e-commerce platforms, enhancing shopping convenience for customers. Increased Revenue Opportunities: Operating both channels helps businesses reach a broader audience and drive sales, leveraging online visibility to enhance foot traffic.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 25, 2025

Holman, who has been studying the POS market for decades, shared his insights into the current state of POS technology, as well as which retailers will be best positioned to leverage AI to enhance the POS going forward. Holman: [Growth in the use of cloud] has made retailers and tech providers focus on POS software.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 3, 2025

In the highly competitive retail market, businesses are leveraging technology to strengthen brand loyalty and enhance consumer experiences in ways that only science fiction writers could have imagined 40 years ago. While attackers target retailers across verticals, food- and event-oriented retail have been highly targeted.

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365 Retail

JULY 11, 2025

More than just a gimmick, gamification is shaping how consumers interact with digital platforms, and retailers are starting to take notes from the pros. What Retail Can Learn from Online Games Online casino platforms are one area where gamification has been mastered. The key takeaway for retailers?

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Small Biz Trends

JULY 23, 2025

Zoho Inventory provides a free plan for up to 50 orders and integrates seamlessly with e-commerce platforms like Shopify and Amazon. With integrated marketing and customer management tools, your checkout process becomes more efficient, thanks to the smart POS customer display.

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