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The Flock backlash is coming for retail
City governments have felt the heat to drop their contracts with Flock Safety. Now, retail giants are feeling it too. As the backlash against Flock's security products continues, critics are targeting retail stores that have known partnerships with…
SoftBank's ¥1 trillion retail bond rejuvenates Japan debt market
SoftBank Group priced a ¥1 trillion ($6.3 billion) retail bond in an offering that expands Japan's retail corporate debt market and gives investors a viable alternative to bank deposits and stocks. The seven-year notes were priced on Friday at…
Mainland embodied AI firm Galbot opens first autonomous retail stores in HK
Mainland embodied artificial intelligence company Galbot has introduced its first batch of three fully autonomous robotic retail stores in Hong Kong under the brand 'GalbotStore,' marking the first step in the company's long-term expansion ambition…
Forgot your password? Canadian retailers could be losing sales because of it
Online shopping has become an integral part of Canadian life. Whether purchasing groceries, booking travel, ordering electronics or browsing fashion brands, consumers increasingly expect quick and seamless digital experiences. Yet a surprisingly…
Sensormatic Solutions President Tony D'Onofrio on His Journey From Bag Boy to Retail Visionary
For Tony D'Onofrio, his first job as a bag boy in a Cleveland supermarket marked the beginning of a long and winding retail journey. That first job provided the focal point of a nine-year retail education. By the time he left to go to college in…
Alibaba vs. Shopify: Which Retail Platform Is a Better Buy in 2026?
The global e-commerce landscape is shifting as mature giants face off against nimble infrastructure leaders. Investors must decide if Alibaba Group (BABA +1.28%) or Shopify Inc (SHOP -0.54%) offers a more compelling opportunity today. Alibaba…
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Retail media's next phase: From demand capture to full-funnel marketing
For marketers, the attraction of retail media is fairly straightforward: it brings media closer to the consumer's intent to buy. But as retail ecosystems expand across e-commerce, quick commerce, physical stores and digital out-of-home, the…
Retailers are slashing the price of iPhone 17 Pro as new model launches this week
It's a little secret that when a new iPhone launches, older flagship models drop in price, making it a good time to purchase. If you're after an upgrade, this week is one to watch as Apple is set to announce the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max and…
What's open on Labor Day? Most retailers. Closed? Government, banks, and the stock market.
WASHINGTON — The origins of Labor Day date back to the late 19th century, when activists first sought to establish a day that would pay tribute to workers. The first U.S. Labor Day celebration took place in New York City on Sept. 5, 1882.
Canadian pensions giant seeks to sell electricity retailer Flow Power
Canada's OPTrust is ready to call time at Flow Power, eight years after it acquired a majority stake in the Melbourne-born electricity retailer alongside founder Matthew van der Linden. The $27 billion pension fund, led locally by Stan Kolenc, has…
India Auto Retail Sales August 2026: Record 24.23 Lakh Units, Alternative Fuels Surpass Petrol
India's automobile retail sector achieved a historic milestone in August 2026, recording its highest-ever monthly sales of 24.23 lakh units, as alternative fuels like CNG, hybrid, and electric vehicles collectively outsold petrol in the passenger…
Tighter delisting rules put $5.9 bil. of retail money at risk
More than 3 million retail investors hold penny stocks and low-market-cap shares that could be at risk of delisting as Korea tightens listing requirements, data showed Sunday. Their holdings were valued at nearly 8 trillion won ($5.9 billion). A…
Traders' anger over council's free rent deal with retail giant
A Leicestershire council handed retail giant Sports Direct a year's free rent to open a high street store, Leicestershire Live can reveal, in a move that has angered independent traders. The arrangement by Harborough District Council (HDC) has only…
Why is Kenya cracking down on foreign traders and small retailers?
Kenya is beginning a crackdown on foreign nationals operating small retail shops and engaging in hawking, after President William Ruto directed authorities to shut down such businesses from September 7. Ruto made the announcement on September 2…
The real barrier to AI in retail isn't the technology. It's earning trust
Australian retailers have no shortage of AI to choose from. From age verification and intelligent loss prevention to self-checkout and customer service, AI is increasingly becoming part of everyday retail operations. Most conversations about AI in…
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