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Connecting your online self to your offline self

Nov 28, 2014
Retailers are using what they learn online to sell you stuff in the store.

Want the best price online? Good luck with that.

Oct 27, 2014
It's tough to detect or beat systems that show you "personalized" prices for products

Does 'something rented' count as 'something borrowed'?

Sep 9, 2014
Wedding clothes rentals are officially online.

A personal shopper, via data and algorithms

Aug 27, 2014
Kai Ryssdal talks to Katrina Lake, founder and CEO of Stitch Fix.

Same-day delivery gains traction

Jul 21, 2014
For online retailers, replacing brick-and-mortar stores is a logistical problem.

For public good, not for profit.

Best Buy's website is trying to take on Amazon

May 22, 2014
But, of course, the web is tough for traditional retailers.

Webrooming, it's like reverse 'showrooming'

Dec 13, 2013
Brick and mortar retailers are hitting back against customers who shop in the store, but buy online.

Should you be worried about online sales tax?

May 10, 2013
Lawmakers are considering a bill that would make it easier for online retailers to charge sales tax. If the legislation passes, how would it affect your online shopping habits?