by Mike Duff | Sep 4, 2026 | Retail Articles
In a new initiative to thwart fraudsters, Amazon’s agentic Alexa for Shopping platform now can tell consumers whether a message, email, phone call or text they received really came from the company. Consumers now can ask Alexa for Shopping about a suspicious message...
by Mike Duff | Sep 1, 2026 | Featured News, Retail Articles
The United States Federal Trade Commission and 22 states have filed suit against Amazon, alleging the company engaged in deceptive practices that secretly inflated prices in its online search advertising auctions. Amazon responded with a statement that the suit’s...
by Mike Duff | Aug 24, 2026 | Retail Articles
Although Gen Zers appreciate some nameplates, including Costco, more than others, overall, only 11% in the age group say brands understand them really well, a disconnect that could have implications for loyalty, according to new research from Rival Technologies. ...
by Mike Duff | Jul 31, 2026 | Featured News, Retail Articles
Amazon reported that the AI and chips business generated by the AWS B2B operation drove sales in the second quarter, along with significant gains in product revenues, as the company previewed a formula to pass some of its $600 million in IEEPA tariff refunds directly...
by Mike Duff | Jul 21, 2026 | Retail Articles
Amazon has introduced a new benefit as part of its Prime for Young Adults program: 5% cash back on dorm and apartment essentials. Through September 15, Prime for Young Adults members can earn 5% cash back on home, kitchen and office purchases, just as they can in...
