DoorDash embraces the ‘cringe’ with new digital storefront

CringeMart curates an assortment of products like condoms and digestive aids that have become hallmark purchases for the delivery company.

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 7, 2026

7-Eleven announces new promotions partnership

Ibotta is now the retailer’s exclusive third-party provider of CPG digital offers across its 7-Eleven, 7Now and Speedway apps.

By Jessica Loder • Aug. 6, 2026

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2 regional c-store chains launch rewards apps

The Hub Convenience Stores in North Dakota and Buy Two in Oregon partnered with Liquid barcodes to make their loyalty programs more interactive.

By Jessica Loder • Aug. 3, 2026

Circle K redesigns loyalty program with visit-based model

The updated Inner Circle platform gives members a different way to earn rewards through qualifying fuel purchases and in-store transactions.

By Brett Dworski • July 30, 2026

Fast Lane adds multichannel delivery

The Midwestern retailer developed both first- and third-party programs in partnership with Lula Commerce.

By Jessica Loder • July 22, 2026

Toot’n Totum revamps rewards app

The update combines loyalty, tobacco discounts and gamification features while simplifying the retailer’s technology stack.

By Brett Dworski • July 16, 2026

Jacksons brings more personalization to loyalty program

The Let’s Go Rewards revamp enables the retailer to deliver more targeted offers and support new engagement use cases.

By Jessica Loder • July 16, 2026

Timewise debuts new loyalty program and mobile app

The retailer said the platform is designed to deliver meaningful savings, especially at the pump, with gas prices expected to rise again.

By Brett Dworski • July 15, 2026

C-store checkout innovation: What’s actually working?

C-Store Dive spoke with Jack Hogan, head of sales and partnerships for Mashgin, about how retailers are evolving their payment strategies and where the industry is headed with self-checkout.

By Brett Dworski • June 30, 2026

Majors Management taps AI tool for pricing, inventory and operations

Convenience retailers are still dipping their toes into AI, but technology is quickly becoming a mainstay as c-stores look to smoothen their operations.

By Brett Dworski • June 26, 2026

Bolla Oil launching first c-store loyalty program

The platform aims to drive repeat visits and deepen customer engagement across the retailer’s more than 160 Bolla Market c-stores locations in the New York Tri-State area.

By Brett Dworski • June 23, 2026

US Market to debut rewards program in July

The platform will offer customers the opportunity to save 10 cents on every fuel purchase, in addition to receiving exclusive deals and perks.

By Brett Dworski • June 22, 2026

Is your loyalty program leaving money on the table?

Boost margins and retention with loyalty programs that meet today's shopper expectations.

June 22, 2026

Editor’s note on AI partnership

A previous version of this story was retracted based on additional information from the companies mentioned.

Updated June 19, 2026

GSTV steps up audience targeting

Slim Jim maker Conagra Brands is the video network’s first advertiser to incorporate the Stagwell Agentic Targeting System into campaign planning.

By Chris Kelly • June 11, 2026

The weakest link in your c-store’s cybersecurity strategy? It may not be what you think.

Failure to properly secure tank gauges from bad actors could delay deliveries, prevent sales and jeopardize environmental compliance, writes Adam Reynolds with Veeder-Root.

By Adam Reynolds • June 10, 2026

The Road Ahead: Customers can’t eat an AI strategy

AI may offer a lot of value to convenience retailers, but there's a risk of putting the cart before the horse — and ignoring fundamentals, writes columnist Frank Beard.

By Frank Beard • June 9, 2026

Love’s fleet cards integrated into AI-driven fleet program

The partnership makes it easier for customers of tech company Fleevo to use the travel center company’s proprietary payment option.

By Jessica Loder • Updated July 14, 2026

How smarter data and free ice cream supercharged Coen Markets’ loyalty program

After getting more insight into customer behaviors and habits, the company has seen penetration rates at some sites that are well above the industry average.

By Jessica Loder • May 28, 2026

3 Big Numbers: The c-store payments problem

A surprising number of c-store operators have multiple payment systems across their stores. A recent survey from Vontier delved deeper into the pros and cons of that approach.

By Jessica Loder • May 22, 2026

Kwik Trip doubles down on gamification

The Midwestern retailer is partnering with Eagle Eye to add AI-powered individualized “challenges,” which are more targeted than typical discounts.

By Jessica Loder • May 21, 2026

Couche-Tard’s head of data and AI resigns

Iris Singhania leaves the key tech role she’d held since January 2025. It’s not clear who will be taking over her duties.

By Brett Dworski • May 20, 2026

7-Eleven hit by data breach

The retailer confirmed that an unauthorized third party gained access to certain systems used to store franchisee documents earlier this spring. At least 50 people have been impacted.

By Brett Dworski • May 20, 2026

GPM Investments expands EV charging

Tech partner Red E will handle tasks like infrastructure strategy, deployment, software integration and uptime optimization for 39 sites.

By Jessica Loder • May 18, 2026

Double kwik builds digital storefront

Through a partnership with Lula Commerce, the 40-store retailer built a first-party online presence where shoppers can place orders and check inventory.

By Jessica Loder • May 14, 2026