The five most important retail tech news stories of the week

It’s Friday, the week is nearly done, so let’s kick back and reflect on another eventful week for the retail technology space. Here's your briefing on some of the most important and interesting stories from the past five days.

1. Cosmose AI announces major funding round

Artificial intelligence startup Cosmose AI has raised $12 million seed investment, led by TDJ Pitango and OTB Ventures, to fund its international expansion.

2. Attabotics and Tompkins Robotics help Nordstrom reimagine supply chain

Nordstrom is working with Attabotics and Tompkins Robotics at its warehouse in Newark, California. The aim is to modernise the storage and sortation of products with a combined solution that uses up to an estimated 90% less footprint within its facility.

3. Alibaba announces Manchester United content and e-commerce deal

Alibaba Group is set to be the official Chinese home for Manchester United video content.

4. Liz Earle and Richer Sounds top online retailer poll

LizEarle.com, RicherSounds.com and WexPhotoVideo.com have been announced as the joint best online retailers in a Which? survey of over 7,000 shoppers.

5. Ahold Delhaize USA modernises supply chain model

Ahold Delhaize USA is stumping up $480 million to overhaul its supply chain operations on the US east coast.

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