SECURITY/RISK

California Senate passes bill to stop employees from confronting shoplifters
The California Senate has passed a bill that would establish new workplace violence prevention standards in California. Not everyone is happy about it.
Verizon: Hackers put retail payment card data at risk
Retailers have a specific set of consumer data that draws the attention of cybercriminals.

NRF: Most consumers think retail crime is up

Retailers aren’t the only ones who are concerned about growing retail theft.
eBay expands authentication to streetwear

eBay is now guaranteeing the authenticity of select new and pre-owned inventory sold on its platform.
In honor of spring, a look at three retail ‘cleaning’ efforts

Spring is traditionally a clean time, and “clean” retail technology initiatives can take many forms.
Montana passes historic TikTok ban

One U.S. state has taken the step of entirely banning the use of TikTok within its borders.
These verticals are driving e-commerce growth

Overall e-commerce sales slightly rose year-over-year in April 2023, but some categories substantially overperformed.
Study: Retail losses — and apprehensions — soar in 2022

Shrink is on the rise. And so are loss recoveries.
eBay authenticates luxury items for brand resale

eBay is assisting luxury brands in certifying goods they directly offer for sale or resale on its platform.
Amazon launches industry effort to stop online counterfeiting

Amazon is enabling online retailers to cooperatively combat the sale of counterfeit goods on their platforms.

California Senate passes bill to stop employees from confronting shoplifters