News & Media
First vending machine-only convenience store debuts in Ireland
February 21, 2025
A 24-hour convenience store, E-Kiosk, has opened in New Ross, Co Wexford, Ireland, claiming to be the first of its kind in the country, according to an RTE…
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How to leverage AI-driven tools for more effective retail planning
by Sumit Mahajan — Head of Consulting & Industry Sales, HGS
Here’s why and how retailers should leverage AI tools to improve efficiency and accuracy, streamline retail planning, and ultimately gain a competitive…
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Woman banned from all Walmart locations due to shoplifting
February 21, 2025
Ashley Cross, a Tennessee resident, is banned from entering any of Walmart's retail stores nationwide after a shoplifting spree, according to a Daily Mail U.K.
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BJ’s Wholesale Club arrives in Kentucky
February 20, 2025
BJ's Wholesale Club has opened its first store in Kentucky and it marks the company's 250th store.
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Wells Fargo pulling ATMs from Speedways in Minnesota
February 20, 2025
Wells Fargo plans to remove 178 ATMs from Speedway locations in Minnesota. It will also add 54 advanced ATMs in branches, featuring larger withdrawals and…
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Wesco expanding Mashgin AI-powered checkout tech
February 19, 2025
Wesco, a convenience store brand, is expanding its deployment of Mashgin's AI-powered checkout technology to over 20 locations.
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Giant Eagle taps Grocery TV platform to scale retail media network
February 19, 2025
Giant Eagle is partnering with Grocery TV, an in-store retail media platform, to leverage Grocery TV to scale its Leap retail media network by activating…
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National Retail Solutions (NRS) Announces Integration with Google, Helping Local Retailers Attract Shoppers
National Retail Solutions (NRS) today announced a new integration with Google that makes it easier for independent retailers to attract shoppers to their…
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Responsible data management: How to remain ethical when implementing AI solutions
by Adam Herbert — CEO, Go Live Data
New tech carries risk, and while retailers should be encouraged to integrate AI across sectors, ethical data management must remain central to any decision.
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Asda pilots automated free sample vending machine
February 18, 2025
Asda, a U.K. supermarket chain, has launched a pilot program featuring an automated free sample vending machine at its Pilsworth, Bury location.
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EG America deploys Quorso platform across 1,500+ locations
February 18, 2025
EG America, a U.S. convenience store retailer, has deployed the Quorso Intelligent Management Platform across its 15,000-plus locations.
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Stinker Stores future-proofs store environment with NCR Voyix technology
by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com
Since deploying NCR Voyix Edge, which virtualizes the POS system, the convenience store brand has boosted its bottom line and elevated the customer experience.
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NCR Voyix names James Kelly CEO, president
February 17, 2025
NCR Voyix, a digital commerce solutions provider, has named James Kelly as its CEO and president, effective immediately, according to a Fintech Futures report.
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Veesual bumps up virtual try-on features
February 17, 2025
Veesual, a Paris-based AI-powered virtual try-on platform, has added two features, switch model and multi-sizing, to its platform.
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Stop & Shop deploys 'savings station' kiosks
February 14, 2025
Stop & Shop has completed the installation of its "Savings Station" kiosks in all of its 350-plus stores across five states, according to a Chain Store Age…
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Instacart leader talks Caper Cart and why it may be the game-changer for grocery retail
by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com
In this episode of the CX Innovators podcast, Nick Nickitas, general manager, local independent grocery, at Instacart, shares insight with…
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Proto, Hologram Media Network ad network debuts at 30 Simon Malls
February 14, 2025
Hologram Media Network and Proto have launched an always-on holographic advertising network via Proto Luma devices at Simon malls nationwide.
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Celebrating inspirational women founders winning customer loyalty this International Women’s Day
by Fiona Stevens — Director of Marketing, LoyaltyLion
Customers don’t just want good products; they want to connect with brands that share their values. Founder-led engagement — whether through education…
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At the Watercooler with Johanna Hinkle, product lead at Toshiba's Innovation & Incubation Center
Johanna Hinkle, director of portfolio management, at the Innovation & Incubation Center for Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions, discusses her career path…
Presented by Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions, Inc.
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JCPenney debuts bulk order purchasing website
February 13, 2025
JCPenney has debuted a tool that expands its support for retailers and nonprofits looking to purchase products at bulk order prices.
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