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Interview: Marco Nardone, CEO and Founder, Wineapp
Interview: Marco Nardone, CEO and Founder, Wineapp
StartupsStaff WriterAugust 6, 2021Wineapp, Startups, Wine, Marco Nardone, Rapid delivery, Online deliveryComment
Interview: Tyler Gottstein, CEO and Co-founder, Cadi
Interview: Tyler Gottstein, CEO and Co-founder, Cadi
StartupsStaff WriterMay 8, 2021Cadi, Tyler Gottstein, Startups, Golf retailers, Omnichannel retail, StoresComment
Asda wins RTIH bricks and mortar innovation award
Asda wins RTIH bricks and mortar innovation award
Bricks and mortar retailStaff WriterMay 8, 2021Asda, RTIH Innovation Awards, Bricks and mortar retail, Green retail, Retail technology, Omnichannel retail, StoresComment
Interview: Keiran Hewkin, Co-founder, Swyft
Interview: Keiran Hewkin, Co-founder, Swyft
E-commerceStaff WriterFebruary 20, 2021Keiran Hewkin, Swyft, Brexit, Online retail, Online delivery, E-commerce, Furniture retailersComment
Interview: David Lawson, Managing Director, AO Retail
Interview: David Lawson, Managing Director, AO Retail
Online retailStaff WriterDecember 29, 2020AO, David Lawson, Online retail, Online delivery, E-commerce, Pureplays, Omnichannel retail, RTIH Innovation Awards, Retail technology, CoronavirusComment
OnBuy boss talks 2020 successes and 2021 plans
OnBuy boss talks 2020 successes and 2021 plans
Online retailStaff WriterDecember 29, 2020OnBuy, Cas Paton, Online retail, E-commerce, Online marketplacesComment
Interview: Gregoire Mercusot, Materials Engineer, Decathlon
Interview: Gregoire Mercusot, Materials Engineer, Decathlon
3D printingStaff WriterOctober 7, 2020Decathlon, ADDLAB by Decathlon, 3D printing, Additive manufacturing, Retail technology, Omnichannel retail, Bricks and mortar retailComment
Interview: Tarisa Parrish, CEO, All Tee, All Shade
Interview: Tarisa Parrish, CEO, All Tee, All Shade
Online retailStaff WriterOctober 7, 2020All Tee, All Shade, Online retail, E-commerce, Startups, CoronavirusComment
Interview: Dave Ashwell, MD, AO Logistics
Interview: Dave Ashwell, MD, AO Logistics
Online retailStaff WriterJuly 25, 2020AO, AO Logistics, E-commerce, Online retail, Pureplays, Coronavirus, Retail technologyComment
Startup interview: Sophie Baron, Founder, Mamamade
Startup interview: Sophie Baron, Founder, Mamamade
Online retailStaff WriterJune 20, 2020Mamamade, Artificial intelligence, On, Online retail, E-commerce, Retail technology, Omnichannel retailComment
Interview: Cas Paton, Managing Director, OnBuy
Interview: Cas Paton, Managing Director, OnBuy
E-commerceStaff WriterFebruary 23, 2020OnBuy, Cas Paton, Online retail, E-commerce, Startups, Amazon, Online marketplacesComment
Cupcake firm Rachael’s Kitchen looks back and forwards
Cupcake firm Rachael’s Kitchen looks back and forwards
E-commerceStaff WriterFebruary 15, 2020Rachael’s Kitchen, Rachael Halstead, Cupcakes, E-commerce, Online retail, Feefo, Retail technology, Bricks and mortar retailComment
Five bricks and mortar players who are dispelling the retail apocalypse myth
Five bricks and mortar players who are dispelling the retail apocalypse myth
Bricks and mortar retailStaff WriterFebruary 15, 2020Bricks and mortar retail, Marks and Spencer, Staples, SPAR, Londis, Warner's Budgens, Co-op, Ubamarket, Selfridges, HURR, Sainsbury's Comment
Asos in sharing mood as it boosts Boards mobile app feature
Asos in sharing mood as it boosts Boards mobile app feature
PureplaysStaff WriterNovember 5, 2019Asos, Online retail, Pureplays, Mobile retail, Asos BoardsComment
eCommerce Expo: Heal’s rejects tech for tech’s sake
eCommerce Expo: Heal’s rejects tech for tech’s sake
Omnichannel retailStaff WriterSeptember 27, 2019Heal's, David Kohn, E-commerce, Omnichannel retail, Bricks and mortar retail, Retail technologyComment
Shop Direct reveals progress on new fulfilment centre
Shop Direct reveals progress on new fulfilment centre
Fulfilment centresStaff WriterJuly 30, 2019Shop Direct, Fulfilment centres, Supply chain, Online retail, E-commerce, PureplaysComment
Pavilion Broadway makes ‘first of many’ digital CX investments
Pavilion Broadway makes ‘first of many’ digital CX investments
Online retailStaff WriterJuly 30, 2019Pavilion Broadway, Online retail, Retail technology, Omnichannel retailComment
Five retailers that are so innovative right now
Five retailers that are so innovative right now
Retail technologyStaff WriterJuly 18, 2019The Co-op, Kroger, Ocado, Carrefour, HEMA, Bulletin, Retail technology, Omnichannel retail, Online retail, Bricks and mortar retail Comment
Five retailers that are so eco-friendly right now
Five retailers that are so eco-friendly right now
Green retailStaff WriterJuly 17, 2019Green retail, Retail technology, Sainsbury's, Asda, Walmart, The Co-op, Alibaba Group, Online retail, Bricks and mortar retailComment
Five retailers that are so innovative right now
Five retailers that are so innovative right now
Retail technologyStaff WriterJuly 3, 2019The Hut Group, Rite Aid, Amazon, 7-Eleven, Domino's Pizza, Walmart, Retail technologyComment
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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
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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
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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
AI
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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The Home Depot launches customer service AI voice agent phone system with Google Cloud
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The Home Depot launches customer service AI voice agent phone system with Google Cloud
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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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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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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
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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
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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 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
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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
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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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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
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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
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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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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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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
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
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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
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Stores

TRENDING: APPOINTMENTS

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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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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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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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