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HP buys Palm for $1.2 billion

Computer maker and online retailer Hewlett-Packard has agreed to acquire smartphone provider Palm Inc. for $1.2 billion in cash.

Posted 04/29/2010Internet RetailerPost a comment

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The Knot turns over bridal registry web site hosting to Macy’s

Wedding merchandise retailer and media company The Knot has signed a new bridal registry agreement with Macy’s. Under terms of the three-year deal, The Knot will no longer host the registry sections for Macys.com and Bloomingdales.com.

Posted 01/13/2010Mark BrohanPost a comment

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A new CEO steps in at designer shoe brand Cole Haan

Nike Inc., parent company of Cole Haan, has named Dave McTague CEO of Cole Haan. McTague will oversee all aspects of Cole Haan’s business, including e-commerce.

Posted 12/17/2009Zak StamborPost a comment

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Drugstore.com and Luxottica strike a deal

Eyewear manufacturer and retailer Luxottica and Drugstore.com are partnering to develop and offer contact lenses in North America through e-commerce sites.

Posted 12/16/2009Bill BriggsPost a comment

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Cuddledown cozies up to customers with a new e-commerce site

Cuddledown is hoping to warm up consumer response with a new e-commerce site. The retailer and manufacturer has unveiled a new version of its site that offers more product information, better imagery and more streamlined navigation.

Posted 12/15/2009Zak StamborPost a comment

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Macy’s plans to expand an in-store online search feature

Macy’s plans to roll out its Search and Send feature to all 810 department stores by the end of 2010. The feature enables in-store sales associates to order online for customers who can’t find what they seek in the store.

Posted 11/18/2009Mark BrohanPost a comment

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