Mitchell Parton

This story was first published by Digiday sibling ModernRetail Retailers and brands are quickly launching shopping apps within ChatGPT and Claude.

Last week, Ace Hardware announced that it has launched an AI assistant for employees in more than 2,300 stores.

A new Target warehouse in Houston represents more than just a new building serving one region. It's potentially a new way in which the retailer's supply chain will operate throughout the U.S.

Earlier this month, GameStop offered to buy eBay for about $55.5 billion.

Target recently launched two new creator programs, Club Target and Target Ambassadors. They're designed to cater to both everyday micro and nanoinfluencers as well as full-time content creators.

While still in early stages, Target's efforts to revitalize the business appear to be paying off.

Target has a long history of collaborating with major brands or celebrities. But a few standout collabs helped increase foot traffic in Q1.

Higher fuel prices due to the war with Iran are putting pressure on Walmart's customers and supply chain, and could lead to higher price tags on the shelf.

Walmart has evolved beyond its reputation as a low-cost retailer into one that gives brands that have started online, are new to physical retail, or sit at higher price points the opportunity to scale throughout the U.S.

Google wants to build the go-to AI-powered shopping cart of the future. But whether shoppers will latch onto it is another question.