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Gen Z and Millennials reshape summer spending habits with important implications for UK retailers
Gen Z and Millennials reshape summer spending habits with important implications for UK retailers

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ResearchStaff WriterAugust 13, 2025American Express, Gen Z, Millenials, Research, 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards, Loyalty, Rewards, Social mediaComment
American Snapchatters get to travel to McDonaldland through Arcadia built interactive AR Lenses
American Snapchatters get to travel to McDonaldland through Arcadia built interactive AR Lenses

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AR and 3DStaff WriterAugust 13, 2025Snapchat, McDonald's, Vista Technology Support, AR, 3D technology, Gaming, Immersive experiences, 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards, McDonaldland, Snapchat AR Lens, GeofencingComment
Quiet retail spaces: how WoodUpp acoustic panels can enhance the in-store experience
Quiet retail spaces: how WoodUpp acoustic panels can enhance the in-store experience

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StoresStaff WriterAugust 13, 2025Stores, Customer experience, Future of retail, Shopping journeyComment
Visual Art signs five-year agreement with Danish grocery retailer and Netto owner Salling Group
Visual Art signs five-year agreement with Danish grocery retailer and Netto owner Salling Group

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Digital signageStaff WriterAugust 12, 2025Visual Art, Netto, Salling Group, Digital signage, Retail media, Stores, Grocery retail, 2025 RTIH Innovation AwardsComment
American Eagle store visits downturn continues as Sydney Sweeney ad controversy rumbles on
American Eagle store visits downturn continues as Sydney Sweeney ad controversy rumbles on

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StoresStaff WriterAugust 12, 2025pass_by, Stores, American Eagle, Sydney Sweeney, 2025 RTIH Innovation AwardsComment
AI powered e-commerce tech firm Claimit taps David Clark, Chief Customer Officer at Frasers Group, as Strategic Advisor
AI powered e-commerce tech firm Claimit taps David Clark, Chief Customer Officer at Frasers Group, as Strategic Advisor

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AppointmentsStaff WriterAugust 12, 2025Claimit, Frasers Group, David Clark, AI, Appointments, Automation, E-commerce, 2025 RTIH Innovation AwardsComment
Simbe expands Store Intelligence technology platform as it looks to boost retailers' fresh department performance
Simbe expands Store Intelligence technology platform as it looks to boost retailers' fresh department performance

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Grocery retailStaff WriterAugust 12, 2025Simbe, Simbe Store Intelligence platform, Automation, Stores, Fresh produce, Grocery retail, 2025 RTIH Innovation AwardsComment
Click Labs announces expansion of logistics footprint as it buys Evermile, an AI platform built for SME retailers
Click Labs announces expansion of logistics footprint as it buys Evermile, an AI platform built for SME retailers

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AcquisitionsStaff WriterAugust 12, 2025Click Labs, Evermile, AI, SME retailers, Acquisitions, 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards, LogisticsComment
Celebrating the dysfunctional family that is the UK and its flourishing, innovative retail technology space
Celebrating the dysfunctional family that is the UK and its flourishing, innovative retail technology space

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CommentStaff WriterAugust 12, 2025Tesco Express HolbornUK retail, Retail technology, Retail innovation, Startups, 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards, Comment, AI, Currys, Quorso, Debenhams Group, Multiverse, Boxbar TechComment
Reid Evans starts a new position as Head of Data and AI at 'aligned and ambitious' US retailer EG America
Reid Evans starts a new position as Head of Data and AI at 'aligned and ambitious' US retailer EG America

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AppointmentsStaff WriterAugust 12, 2025Reid Evans, Data, AI, EG America, Appointments, Vroom Delivery, 2025 RTIH Innovation AwardsComment
Blockchain powered technology startup Riva raises $3 million in funding round led by VC firm Project A
Blockchain powered technology startup Riva raises $3 million in funding round led by VC firm Project A

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Funding newsStaff WriterAugust 12, 2025Payments, Blockchain technology, Riva, Startups, Cross border payments, Fintech, Funding news, Funding rounds, 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards, Project AComment
Sean Ng announces Dyson departure to take on Retail Technology Programme Manager role at Meta Reality Labs
Sean Ng announces Dyson departure to take on Retail Technology Programme Manager role at Meta Reality Labs

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AppointmentsStaff WriterAugust 12, 2025Sean Ng, Meta, Meta Reality Labs, Dyson, Appointments, 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards, FraudComment
EE teams up with parental ambassador Konnie Huq and EE Youth Council to launch new P.H.O.N.E. Contract 
EE teams up with parental ambassador Konnie Huq and EE Youth Council to launch new P.H.O.N.E. Contract 

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SmartphonesStaff WriterAugust 12, 2025EE, Konnie Yuq, Smartphones, Stores, 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards, Mobile retailComment
Ingka Group announces first circular investment in China as it takes stake in plastic recycler Re-mall
Ingka Group announces first circular investment in China as it takes stake in plastic recycler Re-mall

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Green retailStaff WriterAugust 12, 2025Ingka Investments, Ikea, Green retail, 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards, Recycling, Circular economy, China, Re-mallComment
Rising UK sales not enough to fend off job cuts and store closures as retailers face £7 billion budget bombshell
Rising UK sales not enough to fend off job cuts and store closures as retailers face £7 billion budget bombshell

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UK retailStaff WriterAugust 12, 2025Cheshunt ExtraBRC, KPMG, UK retail, Stores, 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards, IGDComment
Retail tech and innovation focused Canadian Tire boss Greg Hicks a leading candidate for Target CEO
Retail tech and innovation focused Canadian Tire boss Greg Hicks a leading candidate for Target CEO

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AppointmentsStaff WriterAugust 11, 2025Target, CEOs, Greg Hicks, Canadian Tire, Appointments, Brittain LaddComment
Adrian Stoch talks disappointing automation implementations as he departs GXO Logistics
Adrian Stoch talks disappointing automation implementations as he departs GXO Logistics

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On the moveStaff WriterAugust 11, 2025Adrian Stoch, Automation, On the move, GXO Logistics, 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards, TargetComment
Beauty blunder? Space NK’s London Oxford Circus launch draws mixed reviews and long queues chaos
Beauty blunder? Space NK’s London Oxford Circus launch draws mixed reviews and long queues chaos

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Social mediaStaff WriterAugust 11, 2025Space NK, Oxford Street, TikTok, Stores, Social media, 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards, CreatorsComment
Walmart sets sights on Gen Z and Gen Alpha as retailer introduces new immersive online storefronts
Walmart sets sights on Gen Z and Gen Alpha as retailer introduces new immersive online storefronts

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Online retailStaff WriterAugust 11, 2025Walmart, Walmart Realm, Immersive experiences, Online retail, 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards, Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Walmart DeliversComment
Industry veteran John Li departs The Wendy's Company for Chief Culinary Officer role at Wonder
Industry veteran John Li departs The Wendy's Company for Chief Culinary Officer role at Wonder

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AppointmentsStaff WriterAugust 11, 2025Wonder, Tony Hoggett, Marc Lore, Appointments, 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards, The Wendy's Company, John LiComment
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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
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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
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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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One in four retail technology providers at RTS 2026 say AI is overhyped, ASPR research finds
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One in four retail technology providers at RTS 2026 say AI is overhyped, ASPR research finds
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Live commerce platform Tilt lays claim to an industry first with launch of new AI powered feature Snap
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Live commerce platform Tilt lays claim to an industry first with launch of new AI powered feature Snap
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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
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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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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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Swedish sports retailer Stadium taps Exotec Skypod robotics system at Norrköping warehouse
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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 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
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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 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
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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
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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
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Walmart's Prabhat Johl added to 2026 RTIH Innovation Awards judging panel
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Walmart's Prabhat Johl added to 2026 RTIH Innovation Awards judging panel
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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
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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
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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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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
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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
New Snappy Shopper retail media network connects FMCG brands with indie convenience retailers
Retail media
New Snappy Shopper retail media network connects FMCG brands with indie convenience retailers
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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