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2026 RTIH Innovation Awards
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Focus on essential items and community as Southern Co-op opens stores on Xmas Day
Focus on essential items and community as Southern Co-op opens stores on Xmas Day

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ChristmasStaff WriterDecember 17, 2025Southern Co-op, Stores, Christmas, 2025 RTiH Innovation AwardsComment
TV stars Paddy McGuinness and Sam Thompson hit the road in new Amazon electric HGV
TV stars Paddy McGuinness and Sam Thompson hit the road in new Amazon electric HGV

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Green retailStaff WriterDecember 17, 2025Paddy McGuinness, Sam Thompson, Amazon, Online delivery, EVs, 2025 RTiH Innovation Awards, HGVsComment
Fast casual brand Blaze Pizza taps Bikky customer data platform for actionable insights
Fast casual brand Blaze Pizza taps Bikky customer data platform for actionable insights

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DataStaff WriterDecember 17, 2025Bikky, Blaze Pizza, Customer data, CDP platform, Data, 2025 RTiH Innovation AwardsComment
Is the concept of scrolling through items in e-commerce stores almost at an end?
Is the concept of scrolling through items in e-commerce stores almost at an end?

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E-commerceStaff WriterDecember 17, 2025E-commerce, Online retail, Live shopping, Social media, iGamingComment
The Fragrance Shop embraces AI powered retail technology across its stores
The Fragrance Shop embraces AI powered retail technology across its stores

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AIStaff WriterDecember 17, 2025YOOBIC, The Fragrance Shop, AI, Retail technologyComment
Waitrose inks Glory deal with focus on retailer's back office cash management processes
Waitrose inks Glory deal with focus on retailer's back office cash management processes

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StoresStaff WriterDecember 16, 2025Glory, Glory Global Solutions (International), Waitrose, Stores, Cash management, 2025 RTiH Innovation Awards, Back office, SOLUM, ESLsComment
Currys enlists Jellyfish to upgrade website search visibility across traditional and AI platforms
Currys enlists Jellyfish to upgrade website search visibility across traditional and AI platforms

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Online retailStaff WriterDecember 16, 2025Currys, Jellyfish, AI, SEO, GEO, Online retail, RTIH AI in Retail Awards, Google, Agentic commerceComment
River Island taps Akeneo Product Cloud solution as it embarks upon digital transformation project
River Island taps Akeneo Product Cloud solution as it embarks upon digital transformation project

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PIM solutionsStaff WriterDecember 16, 2025River Island, Akeneo, PIM solutions, E-commerce, Digital transformation, Stores, 2025 RTiH Innovation Awards, Product data, Cloud solutionsComment
Don't miss your chance to attend the RTIH AI in Retail Awards Ceremony in London next month
Don't miss your chance to attend the RTIH AI in Retail Awards Ceremony in London next month

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AIStaff WriterDecember 16, 2025RTIH AI in Retail Awards, AI, AwardsComment
Logistics specialist MyDello secures €3.1 million in funding round led by Frumtak Ventures
Logistics specialist MyDello secures €3.1 million in funding round led by Frumtak Ventures

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FundingStaff WriterDecember 16, 2025MyDello, Logistics, Supply chain, Startups, Funding news, Funding rounds, RTIH AI in Retail AwardsComment
Luke McGowan takes on Customer & Data Insights Director role at British brand White Stuff
Luke McGowan takes on Customer & Data Insights Director role at British brand White Stuff

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JobsStaff WriterDecember 16, 2025Luke McGowan, Data insights, White Stuff, Customer insights, AppointmentsComment
Former Burberry IT Director John Fox joins homeware products specialist Joseph Joseph
Former Burberry IT Director John Fox joins homeware products specialist Joseph Joseph

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JobsStaff WriterDecember 16, 2025John Fox, Appointments, Joseph Joseph, Burberry, IT Directors, 2025 RTiH Innovation AwardsComment
Nick McCurtin departs JD Sports Fashion and heads to Nike for new supply chain challenge
Nick McCurtin departs JD Sports Fashion and heads to Nike for new supply chain challenge

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JobsStaff WriterDecember 16, 2025Nick McCurtin, Appointments, Nike, JD Sports Fashion, Supply chain, 2025 RTiH Innovation Awards, PoS, StoresComment
GM - Finance, Digital and Technology Matt Edmonds announces departure from Coles Group
GM - Finance, Digital and Technology Matt Edmonds announces departure from Coles Group

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On the moveStaff WriterDecember 16, 2025Matt Edmonds, CFOs, On the move, Coles Group, 2025 RTiH Innovation Awards, OcadoComment
Ocean Outdoor UK bags DOOH tie up deal for Landsec’s Gunwharf Quays retail outlet centre
Ocean Outdoor UK bags DOOH tie up deal for Landsec’s Gunwharf Quays retail outlet centre

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DOOHStaff WriterDecember 16, 2025Ocean Outdoor UK, Landsec, Gunwharf Quays, Phsyical retail, DOOH, 2025 RTiH Innovation AwardsComment
Sitoo reports inclusion within Gartner's 2025 Market Guide for Unified Commerce Platforms
Sitoo reports inclusion within Gartner's 2025 Market Guide for Unified Commerce Platforms

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PoSStaff WriterDecember 16, 2025Sitoo, Unified commerce, PoS, AI, MACH technology, Stores, Cloud solutions, RTIH AI in Retail AwardsComment
Aston Banks says farewell Aldi UK and takes on Digital Transformation Director position at Primark
Aston Banks says farewell Aldi UK and takes on Digital Transformation Director position at Primark

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JobsStaff WriterDecember 15, 2025Primark, Aston Banks, Digital transformation, Aldi UK, 2025 RTiH Innovation Awards, Self-checkoutsComment
Technology veteran William Connors joins Starbucks as International Retail Systems Manager
Technology veteran William Connors joins Starbucks as International Retail Systems Manager

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JobsStaff WriterDecember 15, 2025William Connors, Starbucks, Retail systems, Appointments, 2025 RTiH Innovation Awards, WingstopComment
Mars and supply chain veteran Eloy Francisco Olvera Mendoza heads to Marc Lore's food startup Wonder
Mars and supply chain veteran Eloy Francisco Olvera Mendoza heads to Marc Lore's food startup Wonder

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JobsStaff WriterDecember 15, 2025Wonder, Eloy Francisco Olvera Mendoza, Mars, 2025 RTiH Innovation Awards, Appointments, Marc LoreComment
Fanatics taps AI to boost fan engagement and e-commerce revenue via Rokt technology partnership
Fanatics taps AI to boost fan engagement and e-commerce revenue via Rokt technology partnership

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SportsStaff WriterDecember 15, 2025Fanatics, Rokt, AI, E-commerce, Sports, RTIH AI in Retail AwardsComment
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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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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
AI

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AI
Colombian brand Soreil Lingerie goes live with Brarista full AI powered fitting chatbot and mini chatbot
AI
Colombian brand Soreil Lingerie goes live with Brarista full AI powered fitting chatbot and mini chatbot
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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
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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
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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 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
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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
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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
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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
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Stores

TRENDING: APPOINTMENTS

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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
Starbucks founder Howard Schultz added to on demand delivery firm Gopuff’s board of directors
Appointments
Starbucks founder Howard Schultz added to on demand delivery firm Gopuff’s board of directors
Appointments

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Appointments

TRENDING: FUNDING NEWS

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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
Funding news

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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
Funding news

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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
Polish startup Replenit announces pre-seed funding round co-led by Movens Capital and Vastpoint
Funding news
Polish startup Replenit announces pre-seed funding round co-led by Movens Capital and Vastpoint
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Funding news
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