Convenience retailers are rapidly closing the digital gap says Circana’s David Portalatin
From sales slump to digital surge: Convenience retail’s wake-up call.
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Inmar and Upshop partner to align retail marketing with real-time shelf availability
Upshop and Inmar Intelligence partner to power smarter, faster retail execution through unified marketing and e-commerce fulfillment capabilities.
Datasembly launches Compass, providing real-time market insights for CPG brands
Users can access transparent, shareable insights across retailers, products, and stores, enabling more agile decision-making in the fast-moving consumer goods sector.
L’Oréal Paris launches AI beauty assistant, Beauty Genius
The new tool leverages advanced generative AI and augmented reality to provide personalized diagnostics, education, and product recommendations.
Instacart’s FoodStorm expansion accelerates as grocers upgrade fresh counters
FoodStorm more than doubles its reach to 2,800 stores, including Coborn’s Inc., Giant Eagle, Lucky Supermarkets, and Save Mart, that are now live with the platform
Instacart and Wegmans launch Caper Cart pilot program
Caper Carts enable customers to track their spending and check out seamlessly.
Sam’s Club MAP launches Omni‑Impact to redefine retail media measurement
Omni‑Impact is designed to identify incremental sales and quantify the effectiveness of every touchpoint
Gen Z is transforming retail search and loyalty, says SOCi’s Consumer Behavior Index
Fragmented journeys, fading loyalty, and rising trust in social platforms are reshaping how retail brands win attention.
Walmart pilots ‘Dark Stores’ to speed up online delivery
The dark stores are designed to stock high-demand products and function as smaller-scale fulfillment centers.
SOLUM plans aggressive expansion in North America
SOLUM is positioning itself as a trusted, tech-forward partner for businesses navigating the evolving digital landscape.
DoorDash and Flytrex Launch Drone Delivery Across Dallas-Fort Worth
Drone service now reaches over 100,000 residents with the longest operating hours and largest payloads in the region.
InMyExpertOpinion launches to combat AI-generated product reviews
IMEO aims to tackle the rising wave of AI-generated content that distorts or dilutes real expert advice.
Walmart introduces AI-powered tools to support 1.5 million associates
The tools aim to eliminate friction, simplify actions and make work more efficient, intuitive and rewarding.
PayPal’s new Storefront Ads turn browsing into buying
The new product enables consumers to browse and purchase directly within an ad unit, without ever leaving the content they’re viewing.
Circana unveils three new solutions to navigate economic shifts and consumer trends
“The insights and data we provide not only show what’s currently happening but also arm our clients with the tools they need to adjust and thrive, no matter the market conditions.”
Walmart’s Scintilla powers product innovation with launch of LiL’ DUDE Wipes
Using first-party insights from Scintilla, Walmart and DUDE Wipes identified a new opportunity outside of on-the-go hygiene, leading to LiL’ DUDE Wipes.