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Walmart removes self-checkout from select stores

Walmart is removing self-checkout kiosks at select locations, including two stores in Shrewsbury, Missouri, and Cleveland, in favor of associate-staffed checkout lines.

Weak Yen lures U.S. shoppers to Japan proxy sites

The weakening yen has emerged as a magnet for U.S. consumers, driving a surge in online shopping through Japan proxy sites. This trend reflects a strategic shift in consumer behavior as shoppers seek to capitalize on favorable exchange rates and access a wide range of sought-after Japanese products and brands.

How Japanese vintage chain Safari is bringing new life to pre-loved clothing

Safari, a popular second-hand clothing store in Japan, has launched a new campaign and e-commerce concept, “Second Life”, to encourage more people to participate in buying and selling pre-loved fashion.

Adidas taps local creators in inspirational video series

Athletic shoe and apparel brand adidas has tapped local creators in its new "You got this" campaign.

Vinted posts first profit as CEO points to ‘huge potential’


Vinted, the online marketplace for secondhand fashion, has made a profit for the first time following a “strong” year of growth.

Amazon profits triple boosted by AI and advertising spend

Amazon first quarter profits have more than tripled driven by rising demand for artificial intelligence, which helped to bolster sales growth in its cloud computing division.

BoxBar Tech makes Premier League debut with self-serve Amstel unit at West Ham United’s London Stadium

Boxbar Tech reports an activation at Premier League club West Ham United’s London Stadium this past Saturday.

OntheList launches Beijing flagship store

The membership-only platform for flash sales, OnTheList, will launch its flagship store in Beijing's Yintai Center on May 8, marking a significant next step in OntheList's expansion in mainland China.

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