Circa Resort & Casino teams with VenHub on autonomous smart store

March 24, 2026

Circa Resort & Casino, in downtown Las Vegas, is partnering with VenHub to bring an autonomous smart store to the resort.

Smelly ad campaign draws negative consumer response

March 24, 2026

A quest to spritz the scent of chocolate as part of an ad campaign in King's Cross station in London didn't go over well with transit commuters.

Friar Tux AI try-on tool offers virtual formalwear shopping experience

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

Friar Tux's AI try-on tool allows customers to view a personalized visualization of selected suits and tuxedos, enabling comparison of different styles and…

Selectable, not just seen: Why brand visibility isn’t enough in AI commerce

by Chris Bartosik — Sr. Director of Healthcare, Retail, and E-Commerce, Concentrix

Brands that rely on traditional tactics like sharp design, broad advertising and prime placement, find themselves competing in a game where the referee is an…

Retail sales expected to grow 4.4% this year

March 24, 2026

Retail sales this year will grow by 4.4%, hitting $5.6 trillion.

Pennsylvania debuts bill to fight dynamic pricing

March 23, 2026

Pennsylvania lawmakers are proposing a Senate bill, 1205, that would ban dynamic pricing.

Amazon debuts 1-hour, 3-hour delivery options

March 23, 2026

Amazon has debuted faster delivery options, including a one-hour window and a three hour service which is now live in over 2,000 cities and towns.

Customers reject AI slop: Don’t let automated ads ruin your retail marketing strategy

by Mike Schrobo — CEO and Founder, Fraud Blocker

Automation will mature and case studies will improve but, until that point, we must ensure advertising is for humans by humans.

February retail sales reveal moderate gains

March 20, 2026

Retail sales grew again in February and data revealed strong increases year over year, according to a report from the National Retail Federation and CNBC.

Pegasus TransTech rolling out kiosks at Pilot Travel Centers

March 19, 2026

Pegasus TransTech has introduced new Transflo Express self-service scan station kiosks at selected Pilot Travel Center locations, according to a report on the…

Payment digitalization changing consumer spending approach

March 18, 2026

Nearly half, 48%, of consumers, and nearly 63% of Gen Z shoppers, report that the digitalization of payments has significantly changed how they approach…

Cape Cod Cafe Pizza hits 400-plus Target stores

March 17, 2026

Cape Cod Café's frozen pizza line has expanded to approximately 400 Target stores nationwide, according to a press release.

2026 will be a year of rapid technological advancement

by Ben Johnston — Chief Operating Officer, Kapitus

For small business retailers, 2025 was a year consumed by the promise of change and the fear of what that change would bring.

Costco CEO, CFO talk AI-powered online sales jump, tariff strategy

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

Costco is reaping e-commerce sales rewards from AI technology and piloting automated pay stations that let members pay for pre-scanned orders with an average…

Costco shopper sues Costco for price increase due to tariffs

March 17, 2026

A Costco shopper has filed a lawsuit in an Illinois federal court seeking any refund the wholesaler receives from tariff refund actions.

Amazon investing big in Australia robotics center

March 16, 2026

Amazon is investing $485 million to $525 million in a robotics fulfillment center in Australia.

United Airlines enacts rule to make for quieter flight

March 13, 2026

Travelers flying on United Airlines will have to wear headphones when listening to a device as the airline has updated its rules and policies.

From vending machines to autonomous retail: The evolution of grab and go shopping

Customers want physical shopping to feel as quick and simple as online purchasing. The demand has led to the rise of autonomous retail — stores where customers…

Expressions gift card kiosks bring personalization to retail gifting

by Richard Slawsky — Editor, Connect Media

The Expressions Gift Card Kiosk offers a personalized greeting card with the option to include a digital gift card, all in a fraction of the space retailers…

What makes the Automated Retail & Kiosk Innovation Show a must-attend event?

by Richard Slawsky — Editor, Connect Media

The Automated Retail & Kiosk Innovation Show takes place December 14-16 in Miami Beach this year. Here are the many reasons to attend.