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business6 months ago•3 min saved

Prime Day 2025 Starts with 41% Sales Drop and $7.9B in Online Sales

Amazon's Prime Day first-day sales reportedly dropped 41% compared to last year's shorter event, attributed to consumers delaying purchases in hopes of better deals, though Amazon claims these figures are inaccurate. Despite the sales dip, overall engagement remains strong, with more deals offered and early indicators of high eCommerce spending. The event's extended duration aims to boost discovery and sales, amid broader economic uncertainties affecting consumer spending.

via PYMNTS.com|

#amazon-prime-day #business #consumer-behavior

technology7 months ago•2 min saved

Google Play Store's 'Slide to Buy' feature to prevent accidental purchases

Google has replaced the one-tap buy button in the Play Store with a swipe-to-buy gesture to reduce accidental purchases, making the checkout process more deliberate across apps, books, movies, and Google TV, starting with Play Store version 46.5.19-31.

via Android Central|

#accidental-purchases #digital-shopping #google-play-store

technology2 years ago•3 min saved

"Walmart's Cutting-Edge AI Innovations Revolutionize Shopping Experience"

Walmart has introduced new generative AI-powered capabilities for both shoppers and associates, leveraging Microsoft Azure OpenAI Service to enhance the digital shopping experience and assist non-store associates. The AI-powered search function aims to provide personalized responses and product suggestions, while the "My Assistant" app helps associates with various tasks. The collaboration between Walmart and Microsoft continues to drive innovation, with AI expected to create significant value for the retail industry.

via Microsoft|

#ai #azure-openai-service #digital-shopping

business2 years ago•1 min saved

Wawa's Innovative Experiment: A Shelf-Free Store Experience

Wawa is testing a new concept at its University City location in Philadelphia, where customers can experience a full-service shopping experience with no shelves. All items are purchased digitally through the Wawa app or in-store touch screens, and orders are fulfilled by Wawa associates. The goal is to provide a faster shopping experience for busy customers. The store is currently being renovated and will gather feedback from customers and associates to improve the overall experience.

via NBC 10 Philadelphia|

#business #convenience-store #digital-shopping