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Red Ant research looks at what has changed for store associates since adoption of retail technology
Red Ant research looks at what has changed for store associates since adoption of retail technology

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Store staffStaff WriterJanuary 31, 2025Red Ant, Store associates, Stores, Retail technology, Research, 2024 RTIH Innovation AwardsComment
Retail technology innovation of the week: Currys keeps it simple as it focuses on shopper needs
Retail technology innovation of the week: Currys keeps it simple as it focuses on shopper needs

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Retail innovationStaff WriterJanuary 31, 2025Retail technology innovation of the week, 3D Cloud, Currys, Retail innovation, Retail technology, 2024 RTIH Innovation AwardsComment
PepsiCo and Wing partner to deliver snacks to customers in Frisco, Texas over Super Bowl weekend
PepsiCo and Wing partner to deliver snacks to customers in Frisco, Texas over Super Bowl weekend

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Drone deliveryStaff WriterJanuary 31, 2025PepsiCo, Wing, Alphabet, Drone delivery, Super Bowl, 2024 RTIH Innovation Awards, Food delivery, USA, Green deliveryComment
Mix, match, and marvel: unlocking the beauty of antique barware
Mix, match, and marvel: unlocking the beauty of antique barware

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VintageStaff WriterJanuary 30, 2025Antique barware, Antiques, Westland London, Online retail, Stores, VintageComment
London-based people operations software specialist Zelt snags Nauta led $6 million funding round
London-based people operations software specialist Zelt snags Nauta led $6 million funding round

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Funding newsStaff WriterJanuary 30, 2025Zelt, Funding news, Startups, Funding rounds, Nauta, Workforce management, 2024 RTIH Innovation Awards, Employees, Retail workersComment
Makeup by Mario taps FFFACE.ME technology for launch of new virtual try-on experience
Makeup by Mario taps FFFACE.ME technology for launch of new virtual try-on experience

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Virtual try on techStaff WriterJanuary 30, 2025Makeup by Mario, FFFACE.ME, Virtual try on, Snapchat, 2024 RTIH Innovation Awards, Online retail, Web3, AI, ARComment
Revamped H&M store in Stockholm, Sweden gets Cleveron 302 parcel locker for Click and Collect orders
Revamped H&M store in Stockholm, Sweden gets Cleveron 302 parcel locker for Click and Collect orders

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Parcel lockersStaff WriterJanuary 30, 2025Cleveron, H&M, Stores, Parcel lockers, Cleveron 302, Stockholm, Sweden, 2024 RTIH Innovation Awards, Fashion retail, Click and Collect, Smart fitting roomsComment
Time to move on: Eggert Otsa departs Cleveron and CFO role and gears up to explore new career opportunities
Time to move on: Eggert Otsa departs Cleveron and CFO role and gears up to explore new career opportunities

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On the moveStaff WriterJanuary 30, 2025Eggert Otas, Cleveron, Parcel lockers, CFOs, Automation, Robotics, On the move, 2024 RTIH Innovation AwardsComment
BRC research: retail crime spirals out of control with employees being spat on, racially abused, threatened with machetes
BRC research: retail crime spirals out of control with employees being spat on, racially abused, threatened with machetes

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Retail crimeStaff WriterJanuary 30, 2025BRC, Research, Retail crime, Retail security, Stores, Labour Party, Keir Starmer, Retail workers, The Retail Trust, UsdawComment
Alo Yoga Sawhorse Productions bridge digital and physical worlds with immersive space on Roblox
Alo Yoga Sawhorse Productions bridge digital and physical worlds with immersive space on Roblox

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Immersive experiencesStaff WriterJanuary 30, 2025Sawhorse Productions, Alo Yoga, Immersive experiences, Omnichannel retail, Online retail, Stores, NFC technology, 2024 RTIH Innovation Awards, Health and wellbeing, POAP StudiosComment
Stadium ramps up use of Mirakl Ads retail media solution as sports retailer expands to Finland and Sweden
Stadium ramps up use of Mirakl Ads retail media solution as sports retailer expands to Finland and Sweden

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Retail mediaStaff WriterJanuary 30, 2025Stadium, Mirakl, Mirakl Ads, E-commerce, Retail media, AI, RTIH AI in Retail Awards, Sweden, Finland, Sports retailers, Online marketplacesComment
The future of car auctions: innovations reshaping the automotive industry
The future of car auctions: innovations reshaping the automotive industry

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Automotive retailStaff WriterJanuary 30, 2025Cars, Car auctions, Digitalisation, AI, Machine learning, Blockchain, VR, AR, Automation, Contactless technology, sustainability, Automotive retail, CX, E-commerce, Decentralisation, Cryptocurrencies, EVsComment
Cart.com research finds retailers prepping 2025 investments in CX, AI, machine learning and data analytics
Cart.com research finds retailers prepping 2025 investments in CX, AI, machine learning and data analytics

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ResearchStaff WriterJanuary 30, 2025Cart.com, Research, AI, CX, Data analytics, Machine learning, Donald Trump, USA, President Trump, RTIH AI in Retail Awards, 2025Comment
Currys tests out in-store QR code powered 'want to know more?' experience for product browsing
Currys tests out in-store QR code powered 'want to know more?' experience for product browsing

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In-store technologyStaff WriterJanuary 29, 2025Currys, QR codes, Stores, AI, In-store technology, RTIH AI in Retail Awards, Dan Rubel, Social mediaComment
London calling as Reckon.ai preps launch of first autonomous microstore with Ikea
London calling as Reckon.ai preps launch of first autonomous microstore with Ikea

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Autonomous storesStaff WriterJanuary 29, 2025Ikea, Reckon.ai, London, Autonomous stores, Microstores, Stores, 2024 RTIH Innovation AwardsComment
Joybird enhances free design tools with 3D Cloud powered Space Planner mobile experience
Joybird enhances free design tools with 3D Cloud powered Space Planner mobile experience

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3D technologyStaff WriterJanuary 29, 2025Joybird, 3D Cloud, La-Z-Boy, 3D technology, Omnichannel retail, Mobile retail, Stores, Online retail, 2024 RTIH Innovation Awards, WebAR, Immersive experiences, Furniture retailersComment
Retail Technology Show 2025 research: Brits fear impact of budget's tax raid on UK retailers
Retail Technology Show 2025 research: Brits fear impact of budget's tax raid on UK retailers

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UK retailStaff WriterJanuary 29, 2025RTS 2025, Retail Technology Show, 2024 RTIH Innovation Awards, Research, UK retail, Stores, Employees, BRC, Next, M&S, CX, New LookComment
LINK report: cash still relevant but no longer king as Brits opt to shop online or pay with cards
LINK report: cash still relevant but no longer king as Brits opt to shop online or pay with cards

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CashStaff WriterJanuary 29, 2025LINK, ATMs, Cash, Payments, Mobile payments, Online retail, Research, 2024 RTIH Innovation Awards, Cashless paymentsComment
AI and biometrics key as UK retailers ramp up tech investment to combat surge in crime
AI and biometrics key as UK retailers ramp up tech investment to combat surge in crime

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Retail crimeStaff WriterJanuary 29, 2025AI, Biometrics, Retail technology, Retail crime, UK retail, TLT, Research, 2024 RTIH Innovation Awards, Retail security, Rachel Reeves, Cyber securityComment
AI powered in-store audio and retail media specialist Qsic bags $25 million in Series B funding
AI powered in-store audio and retail media specialist Qsic bags $25 million in Series B funding

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Funding newsStaff WriterJanuary 28, 2025Qsic, AI, In-store audio platforms, Retail media, Funding news, Funding rounds, RTIH AI in Retail Awards, Hedosophia, 7-ElevenComment
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2026 EVENTS

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2026 RTIH Innovation Awards
Feb 27
Feb 27, 2026 – Nov 4, 2026
2026 RTIH Innovation Awards
Feb 27, 2026 – Nov 4, 2026
Feb 27, 2026 – Nov 4, 2026
Food & Drink Trends & Innovations Conference
May 12
May 12, 2026
Food & Drink Trends & Innovations Conference
May 12, 2026
May 12, 2026
Retail Technology Expo 2026
May 26
May 26, 2026 – May 27, 2026
Retail Technology Expo 2026
May 26, 2026 – May 27, 2026
May 26, 2026 – May 27, 2026
Shoptalk Europe 2026
Jun 9
Jun 9, 2026 – Jun 11, 2026
Shoptalk Europe 2026
Jun 9, 2026 – Jun 11, 2026
Jun 9, 2026 – Jun 11, 2026
RTIH AI in Retail Awards
Jul 6
Jul 6, 2026 – Feb 11, 2027
RTIH AI in Retail Awards
Jul 6, 2026 – Feb 11, 2027
Jul 6, 2026 – Feb 11, 2027
NRF 2026: Retail's Big Show Europe
Sep 15
Sep 15, 2026 – Sep 17, 2026
NRF 2026: Retail's Big Show Europe
Sep 15, 2026 – Sep 17, 2026
Sep 15, 2026 – Sep 17, 2026

TRENDING: AI

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Woolworths, Coles and other Aussie retailers take AI search fight to Amazon, Jaywing analysis shows
AI
Woolworths, Coles and other Aussie retailers take AI search fight to Amazon, Jaywing analysis shows
AI

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AI
Rithum research: Gen Z shoppers act on AI recommendations without third party verification
AI
Rithum research: Gen Z shoppers act on AI recommendations without third party verification
AI

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AI
Papa Johns lays claim to industry first with launch of Lou AI digital pizza assistant via Google Cloud
AI
Papa Johns lays claim to industry first with launch of Lou AI digital pizza assistant via Google Cloud
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AI
One in four retail technology providers at RTS 2026 say AI is overhyped, ASPR research finds
AI
One in four retail technology providers at RTS 2026 say AI is overhyped, ASPR research finds
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AI
Live commerce platform Tilt lays claim to an industry first with launch of new AI powered feature Snap
AI
Live commerce platform Tilt lays claim to an industry first with launch of new AI powered feature Snap
AI

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AI
Finnish grocery chain K-Supermarket lays claim to AI powered recipe ideas focused out of home first
AI
Finnish grocery chain K-Supermarket lays claim to AI powered recipe ideas focused out of home first
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AI

TRENDING: AUTOMATION

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Delivery Hero launches Herogen autonomous software delivery agent as part of firm's everyday app push
Automation
Delivery Hero launches Herogen autonomous software delivery agent as part of firm's everyday app push
Automation

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Automation
Two thumbs up for Zebra Technologies tech powered Lowe's automated paint buying solution
Automation
Two thumbs up for Zebra Technologies tech powered Lowe's automated paint buying solution
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Automation
French robotics unicorn Exotec announces multi-site Skyfleet deal with sports retailer Decathlon
Automation
French robotics unicorn Exotec announces multi-site Skyfleet deal with sports retailer Decathlon
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Automation
Circa Resort & Casino and VenHub Global team on first of its kind autonomous store deployment
Automation
Circa Resort & Casino and VenHub Global team on first of its kind autonomous store deployment
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Automation
Kroger has no time to waste as it inks automated micro-fulfillment solution deal with Fulfil
Automation
Kroger has no time to waste as it inks automated micro-fulfillment solution deal with Fulfil
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Automation
Swedish sports retailer Stadium taps Exotec Skypod robotics system at Norrköping warehouse
Automation
Swedish sports retailer Stadium taps Exotec Skypod robotics system at Norrköping warehouse
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Automation

TRENDING: RTS 2026

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Retail Technology Show hits London ExCeL in April and delivers event's biggest ever innovation showcase
RTS 2026
Retail Technology Show hits London ExCeL in April and delivers event's biggest ever innovation showcase
RTS 2026

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RTS 2026
RTS 2026 conference review: agentic commerce changing the rules of the game amid retailer transformations
RTS 2026
RTS 2026 conference review: agentic commerce changing the rules of the game amid retailer transformations
RTS 2026

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RTS 2026
Retail Technology Show 2026 conference review: Tesco Lab's Ross Arnone discusses ideation and delivery
RTS 2026
Retail Technology Show 2026 conference review: Tesco Lab's Ross Arnone discusses ideation and delivery
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RTS 2026
RTS 2026 conference review: shift to AI aids efficiency and CX, say New Look, Aroma Zone, Fortnum & Mason
RTS 2026
RTS 2026 conference review: shift to AI aids efficiency and CX, say New Look, Aroma Zone, Fortnum & Mason
RTS 2026

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RTS 2026
RTS 2026 conference review: CPTO job title reflects the centrality of technology in modern retail space
RTS 2026
RTS 2026 conference review: CPTO job title reflects the centrality of technology in modern retail space
RTS 2026

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RTS 2026
RTS 2026: focus on leadership in uncertain times amid technology, economic and resiliency challenges
RTS 2026
RTS 2026: focus on leadership in uncertain times amid technology, economic and resiliency challenges
RTS 2026

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RTS 2026

TRENDING: RTIH INNOVATION AWARDS

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The Retail Tea Break podcast host Melissa Moore joins 2026 RTIH Innovation Awards judging panel
RTIH Awards
The Retail Tea Break podcast host Melissa Moore joins 2026 RTIH Innovation Awards judging panel
RTIH Awards

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RTIH Awards
RTIH retail technology innovation awards return for 2026, deadline for submissions is 2nd October
RTIH Awards
RTIH retail technology innovation awards return for 2026, deadline for submissions is 2nd October
RTIH Awards

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RTIH Awards
Walmart's Prabhat Johl added to 2026 RTIH Innovation Awards judging panel
RTIH Awards
Walmart's Prabhat Johl added to 2026 RTIH Innovation Awards judging panel
RTIH Awards

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RTIH Awards
Call for entries: RTIH's industry leading retail tech innovation awards opens for submissions
RTIH Awards
Call for entries: RTIH's industry leading retail tech innovation awards opens for submissions
RTIH Awards

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RTIH Awards
2026 RTIH Innovation Awards winners to be announced at event in London on 4th November
RTIH Awards
2026 RTIH Innovation Awards winners to be announced at event in London on 4th November
RTIH Awards

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RTIH Awards
2026 RTIH Innovation Awards opens for entries with deadline for submissions Friday, 2nd October
RTIH Awards
2026 RTIH Innovation Awards opens for entries with deadline for submissions Friday, 2nd October
RTIH Awards

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RTIH Awards

TRENDING: RETAIL MEDIA

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Kevel, Dollar General, and The Trade Desk tie up lays claim to first of its kind retail media solution
Retail media
Kevel, Dollar General, and The Trade Desk tie up lays claim to first of its kind retail media solution
Retail media

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Retail media
MediaMarktSaturn expands store retail media offering to eight European markets with One Tech Group
Retail media
MediaMarktSaturn expands store retail media offering to eight European markets with One Tech Group
Retail media

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Retail media
Australian retailer JB Hi-Fi taps Broadsign technology to build and scale its in-store retail media network
Retail media
Australian retailer JB Hi-Fi taps Broadsign technology to build and scale its in-store retail media network
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Retail media
Henkel enlists WPP Media on launch of full-funnel commerce strategy for company's Bloo brand
Retail media
Henkel enlists WPP Media on launch of full-funnel commerce strategy for company's Bloo brand
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Retail media
Diageo and PepsiCo test Tesco video formats spanning homepage and in-aisle environments
Retail media
Diageo and PepsiCo test Tesco video formats spanning homepage and in-aisle environments
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Retail media
Bec Penn finishes up her 1.5 year run as Head of Product at Coles Group's retail media division Coles 360
Retail media
Bec Penn finishes up her 1.5 year run as Head of Product at Coles Group's retail media division Coles 360
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Retail media

TRENDING: RFID

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Perry Ellis boosts post-picking validation at US distribution centre using RAIN RFID solution
RFID
Perry Ellis boosts post-picking validation at US distribution centre using RAIN RFID solution
RFID

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RFID
Anna Marie Blackburn takes her love for RFID to the next level as she makes jump to Nedap Retail
RFID
Anna Marie Blackburn takes her love for RFID to the next level as she makes jump to Nedap Retail
RFID

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RFID
JD Sports inks multi-year global ItemOptix RFID technology deal with Checkpoint Systems
RFID
JD Sports inks multi-year global ItemOptix RFID technology deal with Checkpoint Systems
RFID

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RFID
JD Sports Fashion and Checkpoint Systems tackle challenges using RFID inventory management
RFID
JD Sports Fashion and Checkpoint Systems tackle challenges using RFID inventory management
RFID

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RFID
Christmas comes early as Asda pilots Zebra Technologies TC53E RFID device in first store
RFID
Christmas comes early as Asda pilots Zebra Technologies TC53E RFID device in first store
RFID

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RFID
RFID and supply chain technology firm SML Group bags FountainVest and CPE as new investors
RFID
RFID and supply chain technology firm SML Group bags FountainVest and CPE as new investors
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RFID

TRENDING: STORES

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Virgin Media O2 opens doors to new 1,900 sqft experiential store located at Liverpool ONE shopping centre
Stores
Virgin Media O2 opens doors to new 1,900 sqft experiential store located at Liverpool ONE shopping centre
Stores

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Stores
Ikea China announces expansion in eastern Beijing as retail giant opens doors to first small store
Stores
Ikea China announces expansion in eastern Beijing as retail giant opens doors to first small store
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Stores
Lekkerland switches on self-checkouts centric Rewe To Go store at new Frankfurt Airport terminal
Stores
Lekkerland switches on self-checkouts centric Rewe To Go store at new Frankfurt Airport terminal
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Stores
Scala EMEA’s General Manager Harry Horn discusses why signage in-store is doing more in 2026
Stores
Scala EMEA’s General Manager Harry Horn discusses why signage in-store is doing more in 2026
Stores

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Stores
British grocery retailer Heron Foods deploys connected in-store communications platform from x-hoppers
Stores
British grocery retailer Heron Foods deploys connected in-store communications platform from x-hoppers
Stores

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Stores
Inditex owned Spanish fashion and lifestyle retailer Lefties makes North East debut with Metrocentre store
Stores
Inditex owned Spanish fashion and lifestyle retailer Lefties makes North East debut with Metrocentre store
Stores

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Stores

TRENDING: APPOINTMENTS

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FreedomPay raids Subway to bring in Mike Farrell as its new SVP, Global Enterprise Accounts
Appointments
FreedomPay raids Subway to bring in Mike Farrell as its new SVP, Global Enterprise Accounts
Appointments

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Appointments
Former Reckon.ai CEO Ana Pinto gets back in the retail game as she accepts COO position at Maikoz
Appointments
Former Reckon.ai CEO Ana Pinto gets back in the retail game as she accepts COO position at Maikoz
Appointments

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Appointments
Jessica Cooke joins Kingfisher as its new Group Head of Retail Media Propositions and Partners
Appointments
Jessica Cooke joins Kingfisher as its new Group Head of Retail Media Propositions and Partners
Appointments

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Appointments
AI powered commerce technology firm Frontnow announces appointment of Gabriel Bobinski as CEO
Appointments
AI powered commerce technology firm Frontnow announces appointment of Gabriel Bobinski as CEO
Appointments

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Appointments
Kyla Robinson says thanks to Spanx as she exits and takes on CTTO position at Bed Bath & Beyond
Appointments
Kyla Robinson says thanks to Spanx as she exits and takes on CTTO position at Bed Bath & Beyond
Appointments

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Appointments
Lex Ledger moves on up at Spotify with Global Head of Payments role at digital music giant Spotify
Appointments
Lex Ledger moves on up at Spotify with Global Head of Payments role at digital music giant Spotify
Appointments

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Appointments

TRENDING: FUNDING NEWS

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MarTech firm Hightouch bags $2.75 billion valuation as it secures $150 million in Series D funding
Funding news
MarTech firm Hightouch bags $2.75 billion valuation as it secures $150 million in Series D funding
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Funding news
Shopify Plus agency Swanky pulls in £7.6 million from YFM to support next phase of growth
Funding news
Shopify Plus agency Swanky pulls in £7.6 million from YFM to support next phase of growth
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Funding news
VAST Data announces $1 billion Series F fund raise, tripling AI tech company's valuation to $30 billion
Funding news
VAST Data announces $1 billion Series F fund raise, tripling AI tech company's valuation to $30 billion
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Funding news
VisioLab bags $11 million Series A for AI powered self-checkout across sports venues and food service
Funding news
VisioLab bags $11 million Series A for AI powered self-checkout across sports venues and food service
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Funding news
Former Costa Express boss secures £2 million in funding to scale automated coffee platform
Funding news
Former Costa Express boss secures £2 million in funding to scale automated coffee platform
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Funding news
AI powered logistics and supply chain decision-making platform Loop bags $95m in Series C funding round
Funding news
AI powered logistics and supply chain decision-making platform Loop bags $95m in Series C funding round
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Funding news
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