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Spotify Teams up with Bookshop.org to Synchronize Audio and Physical Books

Adidas Opens Soccer-Themed Store Near N.J. Stadium Set to Host FIFA Finals

Staples Canada Boosts Productivity, Cuts Training Time with Fulfillment Center Robotics

Abercrombie, Ebay, Aldi Opt for IRL Activations to Capture Super Bowl Fervor

Ulta Spotlights 6 Female Athletes with New Beauty Roster, Strengthens Support for Women’s Sports

Why Shopping has Become the Biggest Battlefield in the War for AI Supremacy

Spotify Teams up with Bookshop.org to Synchronize Audio and Physical Books

Adidas Opens Soccer-Themed Store Near N.J. Stadium Set to Host FIFA Finals

Staples Canada Boosts Productivity, Cuts Training Time with Fulfillment Center Robotics

Abercrombie, Ebay, Aldi Opt for IRL Activations to Capture Super Bowl Fervor

Ulta Spotlights 6 Female Athletes with New Beauty Roster, Strengthens Support for Women’s Sports

Lowe’s Makes Loyalty Program More Family-Friendly by Adding Kids Component

Lowe’s has launched the MyLowe’s Rewards Kids Club, a new platform that builds on the…

Bob’s Discount Furniture Goes Public with $2.22 Billion Market Cap

Bob’s Discount Furniture began trading on the NYSE on Feb. 5 with an IPO of…

Accelerating Your Growth: Why Automating Tax andCompliance Solutions Are the “Hidden Heroes” of Expansion

Expanding into new markets, channels, and experiences offers incredible opportunities—but it also brings complex tax and compliance challenges that can slow…

How New ‘Concept to Commerce’ Event Helps Move Product Teams from Idea to Execution

Developing a new product and bringing it to market is a process — make that a series of processes — with…

February 6

UPDATE: Saks Off 5th, Last Call Stores Arrive on the Auction Block as Saks Global Shifts Focus to Full-Price

[Update as of Feb. 6, 2026] Leases for 59 Saks Off 5th and Last Call…

February 6

Amazon Makes Alexa+ Free for All Prime Members, Expands Access for Non-Members

[Update from Feb. 6, 2026] One year after it first unveiled an upgraded Alexa+, Amazon‘s…

Getting Proactive About Regulatory Compliance in Hardlines Retail

In the first half of 2025 alone, U.S. Customs detained 6,636 shipments under the Uyghur…

February 5

Toys ‘R’ Us Canada, Entering Bankruptcy, Will Shrink Store Footprint

Toys ‘R’ Us Canada (TRU Canada) has sought protection from creditors under the Companies’ Creditors…

Nike Investigated Over Claims of Discrimination Against White Employees

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is investigating allegations that Nike discriminated against white…

What’s the ROI of Emerging In-Store Design Trends? A Look at What They Are and How They Create Value

It used to be that in-store retailers planned their store designs and displays primarily around…

Albertsons Creates End-to-End Digital Party Planning Hub

Albertsons has launched Celebrations, a digital destination that brings together the many elements that go…

February 4

Amazon Same- and Next-Day Deliveries Increased 30% in 2025

Amazon’s delivery network reached its fastest speeds ever in 2025, marking the third consecutive year…

PayMore Continues Rapid Expansion with Plans for 96 New Stores in 2026

Electronics resale chain PayMore plans to continue its aggressive store expansion in 2026 with the…

Rent-to-Own Franchisor Buddy’s Home Furnishings Purchased by Private Equity Firm

Skyline Investors has purchased Buddy’s Home Furnishings, a rent-to-own franchisor of furniture, electronics and appliances…

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The Next Era of AI: Combining Consumer, Associate and Workforce Management Tools for a Cohesive In-Store Experience

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Multimodal Commerce: New Era of Online Shopping

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The Next Era of AI: Combining Consumer, Associate and Workforce Management Tools for a Cohesive In-Store Experience

The Next Era of AI: Combining Consumer, Associate and Workforce Management Tools for a Cohesive In-Store Experience

AI technology is constantly evolving, and it’s up to retail brands to keep up. According to Adobe, more than half of consumers are expected to use AI shopping assistants...

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For Kelly Cook, Leading David’s Bridal is a ‘Dream Come True’

David’s Bridal is in the business of “dream-making,” according to new CEO Kelly Cook, and in this video she explains why leading the retailer represents a dream come true for her. She shares her vision for the company, including…

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Benchmark Survey: Last Mile & Fulfillment Become Omnichannel Differentiators

Benchmark Survey: Last Mile & Fulfillment Become Omnichannel Differentiators

For years, brands and retailers have prioritized the customer-facing aspects of omnichannel strategy, from digital marketing and advertising to customer service. While those components are still very much top-of-mind,...

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