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Blue Apron is stuck in a dangerous cycle that has nothing to do with AmazonBlue Apron is stuck in a dangerous cycle that has nothing to do with Amazon
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“Perishable food isn’t a widget, right?”

By Jason Del Rey
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Birchbox has held acquisition talks with several retailers, including WalmartBirchbox has held acquisition talks with several retailers, including Walmart
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The startup received a $15 million lifeline from investors in 2016.

By Jason Del Rey
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SoftBank is pumping $1 billion into the online sports apparel retailer FanaticsSoftBank is pumping $1 billion into the online sports apparel retailer Fanatics
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The deal is expected to value the company at $4.5 billion.

By Jason Del Rey
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ASOS is doubling down on the U.S., where it’s already a hot fashion site for twentysomethingsASOS is doubling down on the U.S., where it’s already a hot fashion site for twentysomethings
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The company is investing $40 million in a new Atlanta warehouse.

By Jason Del Rey
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One of the most popular mattress makers on Amazon is building an Amazon-powered storeOne of the most popular mattress makers on Amazon is building an Amazon-powered store
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Tuft & Needle is “doubling down” on Amazon.

By Jason Del Rey
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Stitch Fix has filed confidentially for an IPOStitch Fix has filed confidentially for an IPO
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It will be one of the most closely watched e-commerce IPOs in years.

By Jason Del Rey
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More Code Commerce speakers: Dia&Co’s Nadia Boujarwah and Pinterest president Tim KendallMore Code Commerce speakers: Dia&Co’s Nadia Boujarwah and Pinterest president Tim Kendall
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The Recode event takes place September 13 and 14 in New York City.

By Jason Del Rey
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Amazon is on a huge hiring spree for AWS and ad salespeopleAmazon is on a huge hiring spree for AWS and ad salespeople
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Hiring in those groups is north of 42 percent year over year.

By Jason Del Rey
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Full transcript: Recode Senior Commerce Editor Jason Del Rey on Too Embarrassed to AskFull transcript: Recode Senior Commerce Editor Jason Del Rey on Too Embarrassed to Ask
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In which we tackle the question: Where is commerce headed?

By Recode Staff
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Why is Stitch Fix’s second-most powerful executive leaving right before an IPO?Why is Stitch Fix’s second-most powerful executive leaving right before an IPO?
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Julie Bornstein has been COO for two-plus years.

By Jason Del Rey
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We’re moving toward a cashless society, and lots of people are going to be left behindWe’re moving toward a cashless society, and lots of people are going to be left behind
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The tech industry has offered partial solutions to this inequity, but mostly in self-serving ways.

By Jan Dawson
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Sweetgreen’s Jonathan Neman and Glossier’s Emily Weiss are coming to Code CommerceSweetgreen’s Jonathan Neman and Glossier’s Emily Weiss are coming to Code Commerce
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The founders will talk about how they built brands that millennials love.

By Recode Staff
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Amazon’s 2017 Prime Day could mark an Echo and Alexa tipping pointAmazon’s 2017 Prime Day could mark an Echo and Alexa tipping point
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7x Echos sold this year is a big deal.

By Jason Del Rey
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This under-the-radar e-commerce giant is the NBA’s new best friendThis under-the-radar e-commerce giant is the NBA’s new best friend
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Fanatics’ Michael Rubin and NBA Commissioner Adam Silver will discuss why at Code Commerce in September.

By Jason Del Rey
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Best Buy lost $1 billion in value on the news of Amazon’s Geek Squad competitorBest Buy lost $1 billion in value on the news of Amazon’s Geek Squad competitor
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The new service is now live in seven West Coast cities.

By Jason Del Rey
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Amazon is quietly rolling out its own Geek Squad to set up gadgets in your homeAmazon is quietly rolling out its own Geek Squad to set up gadgets in your home
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The new service is aimed at educating customers about “the smart home” — and, naturally, about Alexa.

By Jason Del Rey
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A $4 billion clothing company created an exclusive brand for Amazon PrimeA $4 billion clothing company created an exclusive brand for Amazon Prime
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Carter’s rolled out Simple Joys in the spring.

By Jason Del Rey
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Actually, Amazon now says it’s not developing its own winesActually, Amazon now says it’s not developing its own wines
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A new wine label called Next appeared on Amazon.com in late June.

By Jason Del Rey
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Sephora will carry Tristan Walker’s new haircare line, FormSephora will carry Tristan Walker’s new haircare line, Form
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Form shampoos and conditioners are now available on Sephora.com.

By Jason Del Rey
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Blue Apron’s IPO has no pop but plenty of questionsBlue Apron’s IPO has no pop but plenty of questions
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The meal-kit company raised $300 million in its public offering.

By Jason Del Rey
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Bonobos CEO Andy Dunn and Williams-Sonoma CEO Laura Alber are coming to Code CommerceBonobos CEO Andy Dunn and Williams-Sonoma CEO Laura Alber are coming to Code Commerce
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The event is September 13 and 14 in New York City.

By Jason Del Rey
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Stitch Fix’s CEO complained about the behavior of embattled investor Justin Caldbeck years agoStitch Fix’s CEO complained about the behavior of embattled investor Justin Caldbeck years ago
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Katrina Lake was a target of Caldbeck’s unprofessional behavior, sources said.

By Kara Swisher and Jason Del Rey
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This Amazon-backed media startup has raised $15 million to make a big bet on commerceThis Amazon-backed media startup has raised $15 million to make a big bet on commerce
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Clique Media Group already sells a fashion line at Target.

By Jason Del Rey
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The app economy will be worth $6 trillion in five years thanks to mobile commerceThe app economy will be worth $6 trillion in five years thanks to mobile commerce
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More people are spending more time and — crucially — more money in apps.

By Rani Molla
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Venmo is testing its own physical debit cardVenmo is testing its own physical debit card
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Plastic is so hot right now.

By Jason Del Rey
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The Amazon of China invested $400 million into one of the most valuable fashion startupsThe Amazon of China invested $400 million into one of the most valuable fashion startups
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The deal will help London-based Farfetch expand its Chinese operations.

By Jason Del Rey
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BuzzFeed and New York Times e-commerce chiefs are coming to Code CommerceBuzzFeed and New York Times e-commerce chiefs are coming to Code Commerce
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Ben Kaufman and David Perpich will take the stage on September 13 in New York City.

By Jason Del Rey
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Amazon Prime is testing a try-before-you-buy option on up to 15 pieces of clothing at a timeAmazon Prime is testing a try-before-you-buy option on up to 15 pieces of clothing at a time
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Prime Wardrobe is currently in beta.

By Jason Del Rey
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One of the Amazon execs leading its cashierless ‘store of the future’ has left the companyOne of the Amazon execs leading its cashierless ‘store of the future’ has left the company
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Bali Raghavan was a director of technology for Amazon Go.

By Jason Del Rey
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Stitch Fix has hired a new CFO. An IPO probably comes next.Stitch Fix has hired a new CFO. An IPO probably comes next.
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Paul Yee joins from the parent company of Method soap.

By Jason Del Rey
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Here’s what Amazon’s acquisition of Whole Foods means for InstacartHere’s what Amazon’s acquisition of Whole Foods means for Instacart
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A potentially big impact, but also a silver lining.

By Jason Del Rey
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At almost $14 billion, Whole Foods would be Amazon’s biggest acquisition by a lotAt almost $14 billion, Whole Foods would be Amazon’s biggest acquisition by a lot
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Second biggest: Zappos in 2009.

By Rani Molla
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Walmart has confirmed it is buying Bonobos for $310 millionWalmart has confirmed it is buying Bonobos for $310 million
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Walmart’s M&A spree continues.

By Jason Del Rey
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Code Commerce is coming to NYC with Blue Apron CEO Matt Salzberg and star investor Kirsten GreenCode Commerce is coming to NYC with Blue Apron CEO Matt Salzberg and star investor Kirsten Green
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Our two-day September event will explore technology’s growing role in retail and the rest of commerce.

By Jason Del Rey
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The Wegmans grocery chain is introducing delivery in partnership with InstacartThe Wegmans grocery chain is introducing delivery in partnership with Instacart
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Another big deal for the on-demand startup.

By Jason Del Rey
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Veteran retail CEO Mindy Grossman has joined the board of Fanatics — the $3 billion online sports retailerVeteran retail CEO Mindy Grossman has joined the board of Fanatics — the $3 billion online sports retailer
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Grossman was recently named CEO of Weight Watchers.

By Jason Del Rey
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Best Buy’s new weapon against Amazon: A try-before-you-buy optionBest Buy’s new weapon against Amazon: A try-before-you-buy option
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With a little help from San Francisco-based startup Lumoid.

By Jason Del Rey
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Houzz will be valued at around $4 billion in a new funding round led by Iconiq CapitalHouzz will be valued at around $4 billion in a new funding round led by Iconiq Capital
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The company expects to close a deal for a new $400 million investment.

By Jason Del Rey
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Target’s former e-commerce chief is now the new CEO of the online jeweler Blue NileTarget’s former e-commerce chief is now the new CEO of the online jeweler Blue Nile
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Jason Goldberger takes the reins of the Web 1.0 online jeweler.

By Jason Del Rey
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Trump’s policies are making it difficult to wire money abroadTrump’s policies are making it difficult to wire money abroad
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Individuals and small businesses should not suffer as a result of administrative transitions within any government.

By Marwan Forzley