E-Commerce Times https://www.ecommercetimes.com?rss=1 E-Business Means Business Mon, 04 May 2026 14:00:55 +0000 en hourly 1 Deals and Cashback Move Into ChatGPT Conversations https://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/deals-and-cashback-move-into-chatgpt-conversations-178538.html?rss=1 https://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/deals-and-cashback-move-into-chatgpt-conversations-178538.html#respond Mon, 04 May 2026 14:00:55 +0000 https://www.ecommercetimes.com/?p=178538 product recommendations with deals and cashback offers in an AI chat interface on a laptopAI-driven shopping tools are turning ChatGPT into a commerce channel where deals and cashback appear alongside product comparisons and purchase decisions. The post Deals and Cashback Move Into ChatGPT Conversations appeared first on E-Commerce Times.]]> product recommendations with deals and cashback offers in an AI chat interface on a laptopAI-driven shopping tools are turning ChatGPT into a commerce channel where deals and cashback appear alongside product comparisons and purchase decisions. The post Deals and Cashback Move Into ChatGPT Conversations appeared first on E-Commerce Times.]]> https://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/deals-and-cashback-move-into-chatgpt-conversations-178538.html/feed?rss=1 0 TV Becomes a Growth Channel for Commerce https://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/tv-becomes-a-growth-channel-for-commerce-178535.html?rss=1 https://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/tv-becomes-a-growth-channel-for-commerce-178535.html#respond Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:00:24 +0000 https://www.ecommercetimes.com/?p=178535 Person shopping on smartphone while watching streaming TV with interactive ad, illustrating connected TV commerceAd-supported streaming is turning TV into a measurable commerce channel, where interactive content drives engagement and influences purchasing across multiple screens. 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The post TV Becomes a Growth Channel for Commerce appeared first on E-Commerce Times.]]> https://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/tv-becomes-a-growth-channel-for-commerce-178535.html/feed?rss=1 0 AI-Powered Fraud Now Hides Inside Legitimate Transactions https://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/ai-powered-fraud-now-hides-inside-legitimate-transactions-178532.html?rss=1 https://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/ai-powered-fraud-now-hides-inside-legitimate-transactions-178532.html#respond Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:00:15 +0000 https://www.ecommercetimes.com/?p=178532 fix ecommerce checkout screen text and layout inconsistencies, show only one “Place Order” button, ensure item list matches total price correctly, keep one item or make totals consistent, correct all UI text to be realistic and readable, preserve original layout, no redesign, no added elementsAI-powered fraud is moving inside legitimate transactions, pushing retailers toward identity-based systems to separate real customers from fraud. The post AI-Powered Fraud Now Hides Inside Legitimate Transactions appeared first on E-Commerce Times.]]> fix ecommerce checkout screen text and layout inconsistencies, show only one “Place Order” button, ensure item list matches total price correctly, keep one item or make totals consistent, correct all UI text to be realistic and readable, preserve original layout, no redesign, no added elementsAI-powered fraud is moving inside legitimate transactions, pushing retailers toward identity-based systems to separate real customers from fraud. The post AI-Powered Fraud Now Hides Inside Legitimate Transactions appeared first on E-Commerce Times.]]> https://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/ai-powered-fraud-now-hides-inside-legitimate-transactions-178532.html/feed?rss=1 0 Scam Texts Are Creating a Friction Tax for Retailers https://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/scam-texts-are-creating-a-friction-tax-for-retailers-178525.html?rss=1 https://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/scam-texts-are-creating-a-friction-tax-for-retailers-178525.html#respond Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:00:53 +0000 https://www.ecommercetimes.com/?p=178525 Smartphone displaying multiple scam text warnings alongside a verified message indicatorScam texts are eroding trust in SMS marketing, creating a "friction tax" for retailers as customers ignore legitimate messages. New verification strategies aim to rebuild confidence before users engage. The post Scam Texts Are Creating a Friction Tax for Retailers appeared first on E-Commerce Times.]]> Smartphone displaying multiple scam text warnings alongside a verified message indicatorScam texts are eroding trust in SMS marketing, creating a "friction tax" for retailers as customers ignore legitimate messages. New verification strategies aim to rebuild confidence before users engage. The post Scam Texts Are Creating a Friction Tax for Retailers appeared first on E-Commerce Times.]]> https://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/scam-texts-are-creating-a-friction-tax-for-retailers-178525.html/feed?rss=1 0 How AI Is Changing Sales Teams Without Replacing Reps https://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/how-ai-is-changing-sales-teams-without-replacing-reps-178523.html?rss=1 https://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/how-ai-is-changing-sales-teams-without-replacing-reps-178523.html#respond Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:00:18 +0000 https://www.ecommercetimes.com/?p=178523 Sales team reviewing performance data and analytics dashboards on multiple monitorsAI is helping sales teams cut busywork and boost productivity, but it requires proper training and clear standards to build confidence and guide ethical use. The post How AI Is Changing Sales Teams Without Replacing Reps appeared first on E-Commerce Times.]]> Sales team reviewing performance data and analytics dashboards on multiple monitorsAI is helping sales teams cut busywork and boost productivity, but it requires proper training and clear standards to build confidence and guide ethical use. The post How AI Is Changing Sales Teams Without Replacing Reps appeared first on E-Commerce Times.]]> https://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/how-ai-is-changing-sales-teams-without-replacing-reps-178523.html/feed?rss=1 0 3 Payment Options Now Drive E-Commerce Conversions https://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/3-payment-options-now-drive-e-commerce-conversions-178519.html?rss=1 https://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/3-payment-options-now-drive-e-commerce-conversions-178519.html#respond Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:00:19 +0000 https://www.ecommercetimes.com/?p=178519 Mobile shopper reviewing cart and confirming purchase on smartphone checkout screenRetailers are losing trillions to checkout friction, but new data shows that offering the right mix of payment options can significantly improve conversion rates, especially on mobile. The post 3 Payment Options Now Drive E-Commerce Conversions appeared first on E-Commerce Times.]]> Mobile shopper reviewing cart and confirming purchase on smartphone checkout screenRetailers are losing trillions to checkout friction, but new data shows that offering the right mix of payment options can significantly improve conversion rates, especially on mobile. The post 3 Payment Options Now Drive E-Commerce Conversions appeared first on E-Commerce Times.]]> https://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/3-payment-options-now-drive-e-commerce-conversions-178519.html/feed?rss=1 0 SEO Here to Stay, Say Marketing Leaders https://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/seo-here-to-stay-say-marketing-leaders-178516.html?rss=1 https://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/seo-here-to-stay-say-marketing-leaders-178516.html#respond Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:00:44 +0000 https://www.ecommercetimes.com/?p=178516 Digital dashboard showing AI and SEO systems merging with search results and marketing analytics dataMarketing leaders say SEO isn’t going away. Instead, it’s evolving alongside AI search, creating new challenges in attribution, discovery, and content strategy. The post SEO Here to Stay, Say Marketing Leaders appeared first on E-Commerce Times.]]> Digital dashboard showing AI and SEO systems merging with search results and marketing analytics dataMarketing leaders say SEO isn’t going away. Instead, it’s evolving alongside AI search, creating new challenges in attribution, discovery, and content strategy. The post SEO Here to Stay, Say Marketing Leaders appeared first on E-Commerce Times.]]> https://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/seo-here-to-stay-say-marketing-leaders-178516.html/feed?rss=1 0 AI Automation Is Changing B2B Print Workflows https://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/ai-automation-is-changing-b2b-print-workflows-178512.html?rss=1 https://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/ai-automation-is-changing-b2b-print-workflows-178512.html#respond Wed, 25 Mar 2026 13:00:34 +0000 https://www.ecommercetimes.com/?p=178512 Large-format commercial printer producing high-resolution prints in a modern print facilityIn the print industry, e-commerce success hinges on connecting digital ordering with real-world production. Automation is replacing manual workflows and helping providers scale. The post AI Automation Is Changing B2B Print Workflows appeared first on E-Commerce Times.]]> Large-format commercial printer producing high-resolution prints in a modern print facilityIn the print industry, e-commerce success hinges on connecting digital ordering with real-world production. Automation is replacing manual workflows and helping providers scale. The post AI Automation Is Changing B2B Print Workflows appeared first on E-Commerce Times.]]> https://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/ai-automation-is-changing-b2b-print-workflows-178512.html/feed?rss=1 0 Shoppers Turn to Verify Before Buying as Trust Erodes https://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/shoppers-turn-to-verify-before-buying-as-trust-erodes-178508.html?rss=1 https://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/shoppers-turn-to-verify-before-buying-as-trust-erodes-178508.html#respond Thu, 19 Mar 2026 21:10:22 +0000 https://www.ecommercetimes.com/?p=178508 Shopper in retail aisle using smartphone to check product details before making a purchaseThe Buy Now button is losing its luster. Shoppers are intentionally slowing down, stepping away from their screens, and heading back to physical stores. The post Shoppers Turn to Verify Before Buying as Trust Erodes appeared first on E-Commerce Times.]]> Shopper in retail aisle using smartphone to check product details before making a purchaseThe Buy Now button is losing its luster. Shoppers are intentionally slowing down, stepping away from their screens, and heading back to physical stores. The post Shoppers Turn to Verify Before Buying as Trust Erodes appeared first on E-Commerce Times.]]> https://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/shoppers-turn-to-verify-before-buying-as-trust-erodes-178508.html/feed?rss=1 0 Private 5G Seen as Fix for Warehouse Robot Connectivity https://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/private-5g-seen-as-fix-for-warehouse-robot-connectivity-178502.html?rss=1 https://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/private-5g-seen-as-fix-for-warehouse-robot-connectivity-178502.html#respond Mon, 16 Mar 2026 13:00:41 +0000 https://www.ecommercetimes.com/?p=178502 Autonomous warehouse robots operating in a distribution center with wireless network connectivityPrivate 5G networks from Celona and Digi aim to replace Wi-Fi in automated warehouses, improving connectivity reliability and safety as retailers scale fleets of autonomous robots. The post Private 5G Seen as Fix for Warehouse Robot Connectivity appeared first on E-Commerce Times.]]> Autonomous warehouse robots operating in a distribution center with wireless network connectivityPrivate 5G networks from Celona and Digi aim to replace Wi-Fi in automated warehouses, improving connectivity reliability and safety as retailers scale fleets of autonomous robots. The post Private 5G Seen as Fix for Warehouse Robot Connectivity appeared first on E-Commerce Times.]]> https://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/private-5g-seen-as-fix-for-warehouse-robot-connectivity-178502.html/feed?rss=1 0