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BJ's Wholesale Club celebrates collaboration and innovation as Simbe's Tally in-store robot turns ten
BJ's Wholesale Club celebrates collaboration and innovation as Simbe's Tally in-store robot turns ten

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RobotsStaff WriterNovember 24, 2025Simbe, BJ's Wholesale Club, Robots, Simbe Tally, Stores, 2025 RTiH Innovation Awards, HarmonsComment
Generic retailer holiday marketing leaves many Brits cold, frustrated and lonely, Braze research
Generic retailer holiday marketing leaves many Brits cold, frustrated and lonely, Braze research

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ChristmasStaff WriterNovember 24, 2025Braze, Christmas, Marketing, Research, 2025 RTiH Innovation Awards, PersonalisationComment
Alison Lyness departs Poshmark for Mastercard amid seismic shift in buying, selling, and interacting
Alison Lyness departs Poshmark for Mastercard amid seismic shift in buying, selling, and interacting

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JobsStaff WriterNovember 24, 2025Mastercard, Poshmark, Alison Lyness, Payments, Appointments, 2025 RTiH Innovation AwardsComment
American apparel brand Bombas opens first physical stores, powered by Shopify Leap integration
American apparel brand Bombas opens first physical stores, powered by Shopify Leap integration

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StoresStaff WriterNovember 24, 2025Bombas, Shopify, Leap, Stores, 2025 RTiH Innovation Awards, ShopSimon MallsComment
There are now just two weeks left to get your submissions in for the 2026 RTIH AI in Retail Awards
There are now just two weeks left to get your submissions in for the 2026 RTIH AI in Retail Awards

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AIStaff WriterNovember 24, 2025AI, RTIH AI in Retail Awards, Artificial Intelligence, AwardsComment
From SAP Hybris to Shopify: Callaway Golf owened TravisMathew wraps online project
From SAP Hybris to Shopify: Callaway Golf owened TravisMathew wraps online project

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E-commerceStaff WriterNovember 24, 2025TravisMathew, E-commerce, Online retail, 2025 RTiH Innovation Awards, Shopify, SAP, SAP Hybris, GolfComment
Miniso continues UK physical retail push as it gears up to open store at Buchanan Street in Glasgow
Miniso continues UK physical retail push as it gears up to open store at Buchanan Street in Glasgow

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StoresStaff WriterNovember 24, 2025Miniso, Stores, Glasgow, Physical retail, 2025 RTiH Innovation AwardsComment
More than a retail space: lululemon hails APAC milestone with new Gangnam, South Korea store
More than a retail space: lululemon hails APAC milestone with new Gangnam, South Korea store

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StoresStaff WriterNovember 24, 2025Lululemon, Stores, Gangham, South Korea, 2025 RTiH Innovation Awards, Physical retailComment
The rise of responsible gambling tools: how DraftKings and others are changing the game
The rise of responsible gambling tools: how DraftKings and others are changing the game

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CXStaff WriterNovember 24, 2025Gambling, Online casinos, CX, DraftKingsComment
Walmart builds worlds and Lush offers rewards: last week’s biggest technology plays at a glance
Walmart builds worlds and Lush offers rewards: last week’s biggest technology plays at a glance

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Retail techStaff WriterNovember 23, 2025Retail technology, Retail trends, Retail innovation, Omnichannel retail, Online retail, Stores, Payments, Supply chainComment
M&S expands search for potential new sites as high street giant ramps up store renewal push
M&S expands search for potential new sites as high street giant ramps up store renewal push

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StoresStaff WriterNovember 23, 2025M&S, Food retail, Physical retail, Stores, 2025 RTiH Innovation Awards, Marks and SpencerComment
How do you solve a problem like Whole Foods?: our most read retail technology articles from last week
How do you solve a problem like Whole Foods?: our most read retail technology articles from last week

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Retail techStaff WriterNovember 23, 2025Retail technology, Stores, Online retail, Omnichannel retail, Retail trends, Supply chain, Payments, RTIH AI in Retail Awards, AI, AutomationComment
Arsenal Football Club inks payments partner deal with buy now pay later specialist Zilch
Arsenal Football Club inks payments partner deal with buy now pay later specialist Zilch

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PaymentsStaff WriterNovember 21, 2025Arsenal, Zilch, BNPL, Buy now pay later, FinTech, Payments, Football, Online retail, 2025 RTiH Innovation Awards, Physical retailComment
Lush works with Talon.One on launch of 'truly omnichannel' app-based rewards programme
Lush works with Talon.One on launch of 'truly omnichannel' app-based rewards programme

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RewardsStaff WriterNovember 21, 2025Lush, Lush Club, Rewards, Loyalty, Mobile apps, Stores, 2025 RTiH Innovation AwardsComment
Billion dollar bombs and roaming robots: this week's biggest retail technology stories
Billion dollar bombs and roaming robots: this week's biggest retail technology stories

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Retail techStaff WriterNovember 21, 2025Retail technology, Omnichannel retail, Online retail, Stores, Supply chainComment
Kroger's Ocado Group move doesn't spell end for CFCs but overly complex mega sites are done
Kroger's Ocado Group move doesn't spell end for CFCs but overly complex mega sites are done

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AutomationStaff WriterNovember 21, 2025Kroger, Ocado Group, Fulfilment, Automation, CFCs, Supply chain, 2025 RTiH Innovation Awards, Oda Systems, Isabelle BaumannComment
Starship Technologies and Uber Eats teams on last mile delivery with robots across Europe and US
Starship Technologies and Uber Eats teams on last mile delivery with robots across Europe and US

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RobotsStaff WriterNovember 21, 2025Uber Eats, Starship Technologies, On demand delivery, Robots, Robot delivery, UK, USA, 2025 RTiH Innovation AwardsComment
Former lululemon CIO Julie Averill talks departure, job of a lifetime, and various new opportunities
Former lululemon CIO Julie Averill talks departure, job of a lifetime, and various new opportunities

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On the moveStaff WriterNovember 21, 2025Lululemon, Julie Averill, On the move, CIOs, Online retail, StoresComment
Celebrity Traitors star Cat Burns takes lead role as Amazon launches 12 day Black Friday event
Celebrity Traitors star Cat Burns takes lead role as Amazon launches 12 day Black Friday event

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Black FridayStaff WriterNovember 21, 2025Cat Burns, Amazon, Black Friday, Black Friday 2025, Online retail, Online delivery, AI, Celebrity Traitors, RTIH AI in Retail AwardsComment
Electricals and technology key as UK shoppers set to splash out £6.4 billion this Black Friday, PwC UK research
Electricals and technology key as UK shoppers set to splash out £6.4 billion this Black Friday, PwC UK research

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Black FridayStaff WriterNovember 21, 2025PwC, Research, Black Friday, Black Friday 2025, 2025 RTiH Innovation Awards, Online retail, StoresComment
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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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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
AI

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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
AI

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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
AI

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AI
The Home Depot launches customer service AI voice agent phone system with Google Cloud
AI
The Home Depot launches customer service AI voice agent phone system with Google Cloud
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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
Automation

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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
Automation

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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
Automation

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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
Automation

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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
Automation

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Automation

TRENDING: RTS 2026

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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
RTS 2026

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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
Retail Technology Show 2026 conference review: Ryan den Rooijen talks real-world AI applications at Currys
RTS 2026
Retail Technology Show 2026 conference review: Ryan den Rooijen talks real-world AI applications at Currys
RTS 2026

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RTS 2026
RTS 2026 review: Matalan CRO and COO talk Toshiba technology powered stores transformation push
RTS 2026
RTS 2026 review: Matalan CRO and COO talk Toshiba technology powered stores transformation push
RTS 2026

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RTS 2026

TRENDING: RTIH INNOVATION AWARDS

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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
2026 RTIH Innovation Awards go live in February, winners to be announced in November
RTIH Awards
2026 RTIH Innovation Awards go live in February, winners to be announced in November
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
Retail media

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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
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
RFID

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RFID

TRENDING: STORES

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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
Chinese firm Pop Mart takes wraps off its largest London store yet with Charing Cross Road launch
Stores
Chinese firm Pop Mart takes wraps off its largest London store yet with Charing Cross Road launch
Stores

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Stores
QSIC agrees partnership with Dollar General to support in-store audio at more than 12,000 locations
Stores
QSIC agrees partnership with Dollar General to support in-store audio at more than 12,000 locations
Stores

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Stores

TRENDING: APPOINTMENTS

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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
Former Tesco Labs leader Jo Hickson exits H&M and takes on strategic initiatives role at Specsavers
Appointments
Former Tesco Labs leader Jo Hickson exits H&M and takes on strategic initiatives role at Specsavers
Appointments

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Appointments
Bittersweet update from Steve Larsen as he exits Packsize for automation engineering role at Walmart
Appointments
Bittersweet update from Steve Larsen as he exits Packsize for automation engineering role at Walmart
Appointments

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Appointments
Former Starbucks exec Rob McGeown takes on Head of Technology UK role at The Wendy's Company
Appointments
Former Starbucks exec Rob McGeown takes on Head of Technology UK role at The Wendy's Company
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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