Amazon.com has sent a cease-and-desist letter to Perplexity that demands the artificial intelligence startup prevents its Comet browser from making purchases on Amazon. In a blog post responding to Amazon's letter, Perplexity claims Amazon is "bullying" the company and that its demands pose "a threat to all internet users." Amazon alleges the Comet agent violates its terms…

Laura Bollier, CEO of VENUS Fashion, discusses the modernization of the VENUS brand, focusing on honoring its strong legacy while evolving it to meet contemporary needs. Drawing on her 25-plus years of experience in the retail industry, Bollier highlights the importance of elevated quality, intentional fit, and a curated assortment for the modern woman. In…

Back-to-school no longer signals just the end of summer; it sets the direction for the rest of the retail year. It has become a litmus test for consumer confidence and a preview of the behaviors that will drive the holiday season. Recent survey findings show households are making more deliberate choices, prioritizing long-term value, and…

E-commerce has been moving at warp speed lately, and it’s thanks to artificial intelligence. The last two years have brought more changes to online shopping — and how we discover products — than the two decades before. Consider this: Think back to 2023: Back then, shopping online for a game-day barbecue meant searching for each…

In the age of hyperpersonalization, delivering seamless, secure digital retail experiences is no longer a competitive edge. It’s now becoming a consumer expectation. As retailers race to tailor every interaction, the need for a modern, adaptive customer identity and access management (CIAM) strategy has never been greater. Today’s consumers want personalized experiences, but they also…