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eBay Affiliate Pleads Guilty in Cookie-Stuffing Scam
April 26, 2013

A California eBay affiliate has pleaded guilty to wire fraud, admitting that he engaged in a so-called cookie stuffing scam that netted millions in bogus referral commissions from the auction giant. Brian Dunning, at one time the No. 2 affiliate in...

New Google Analytics Interactive Tool: Customer Journey to Online Purchase
April 26, 2013

After releasing a barrage of new reports to help you understand attribution from multi-channel funnel reports, attribution modeling, and social data partners, Google realizes that site owners need to better understand customer journey from first visit through to conversion, no matter how long that takes. Google Analytics has launched a new tool, the Customer Journey to Online Purchase

Warby Parker Opens NYC Flagship
April 25, 2013

After three years of sprouting from an optical online startup to a booming lifestyle brand, Warby Parker has opened a flagship store in New York City. It's the first offline retail location for the vintage-inspired selection of eyeglasses โ€” Ryan Gosling, Sophia Bush and Olivia Wilde are all fans of the frames, while Ashton Kutcher has invested in the company. The decision to place the store in SoHo was an obvious choice, not only because the location is just blocks away from the company's headquarters, but also because of the brand's ethos.

Joe Fresh Confirms Clothing Was Produced in Bangladesh Factory That Collapsed, Killing At Least 87
April 25, 2013

The collapse of a Bangladesh building that killed at least 87 people yesterday is prompting renewed calls for retailers and clothing companies to ensure the safety of workers in the Asian nation. An eight-story building housing several garment factories collapsed near Bangladesh's capital Wednesday morning, killing at least 87 people and trapping many more in a jumbled mess of shattered concrete and bricks, officials said. 

Cabelaโ€™s profit surges 73% on guns and ammo sales
April 25, 2013

Sidney, Neb. -- Cabelaโ€™s first quarter profit rose 72.9%, topping expectations, on strong sales of firearms and ammunition. Net income rose to $49.8 million, up from $28.8 million in the year-ago quarter. Revenue increased 28.7% to $802.5 million from...

Walmart faces new factory disaster in Bangladesh
April 25, 2013

Walmart and other retailers are facing renewed criticism over their global sourcing practices following another factory disaster in Bangladesh. Reuters is reporting that a block of garment factories and shops collapsed in Savar, 20 miles outside Dhaka,...

Gwyneth Paltrow Draws Criticism for Selling a Bikini for Little Girls
April 25, 2013

Being the world's most hated celebrity is no day at the beach, just ask Gwyneth Paltrow. Critics panned her gluten-free, sugar-free cookbook and almost split their pants when she released a list of fashion must-haves totaling almost half-a-million dollars. Now Paltrow's in hot water for selling a bikini designed to be worn by four-year-old to eight-year-old girls. A child protection agency in Britain has blasted the "Iron Man 3" actress for selling a two-piece swimsuit designed for little girls.

Kohl's Expands Supply Chain Sustainability Commitments
April 25, 2013

SHARE: Email Print LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Kohls Department Stores has expanded its commitment to supply chain sustainability in 2012 to include analysis of 50 private brand vendors, as well as the companys top 325 national brand vendors, which...

Delta Apparel's Q3 Revenues Slide
April 25, 2013

Delta Apparel, Inc. reported sales of $120.1 million for its fiscal third quarter ended Mar. 30, compared to $125.5 million in its 2012 third quarter. Net income for the 2013 third quarter was $1.6 million, or ...

Staples Unveils Solar Power Installation at Global Headquarters
April 25, 2013

SHARE: Email Print LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Staples and SunEdison today unveiled a solar power installation at the retailers global headquarters in Framingham, Mass. The project is Staples 37th solar array, and the installation brings the companys use...