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Aeolus Robotics debuts humanoid robot
January 16, 2023
Aeolus Robotics has introduced aeo, a dual-arm humanoid robot that performs a variety of service tasks including kiosk operation, delivery, security, elder…
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Auto parts e-retailer taps Algolia for better search functionality
January 13, 2023
Mister Auto, a global e-commerce auto parts seller, is deploying Algolia's API-first platform for search and discovery to boost the customer experience.
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Orlando Terminal C debuts interactive experience
January 13, 2023
In partnership with Gentilhomme, the primary contractor, along with RealMotion and Smart Monkeys Inc., Orlando airport's Terminal C has unveiled a 360-degree…
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Walmart drones not getting a warm welcome in Arizona
January 12, 2023
Some residents in Glendale, Arizona aren't too thrilled with Walmart's delivery drone testing, with one resident stating it sounds like a hornets nest being…
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Shoppers embracing self-serve, DIY in retail stores
January 3, 2023
Consumers are embracing self-serve habits and increasingly using do-it-yourself technology in stores and that in turn is letting store associates dedicate more…
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Kroger testing check-out free cart tech
December 29, 2022
Supermarket brand Kroger is reportedly testing check-out free shopping carts and mulling the idea of putting check-out free technology in store aisles.
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Retailers view CGI, 3D imagery as crucial for sale success
December 23, 2022
A hefty number of retailers, 88%, say product imagery is critical to their 2022 holiday e-commerce success and 91% have confirmed the positive impact of great…
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Piggly Wiggly teams with Focal Systems on AI, automation strategy
December 22, 2022
Piggly Wiggly Midwest is piloting a focal operating system aimed at digitizing a store in order to automate and optimize ordering, inventory management…
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Interactive kiosk market to reach $49.9B by 2031
December 21, 2022
The interactive kiosk market will grow from $28.4 billion in 2021 to $49.9 billion by 2031, according to research from Transparency Market Research. It will…
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Chatbots proving frustrating to consumers
December 14, 2022
A hefty majority, 80%, of consumers report higher frustration levels when it comes to using customer service chatbots, while 72% stated using a chatbot for…
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Retailers expanding self checkout despite challenges
December 13, 2022
Retailers are expanding the use of self checkout despite some shortcomings, according to a CNN report. The companies are looking to provide labor savings, meet…
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Training, support key in deploying fixed self-checkout solutions
December 12, 2022
ECR Retail Loss, a U.K.-based organization that studies and recommends solutions for retail loss, has released data points on fixed self checkout spaces based…
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December 9, 2022
Fatboy, a furniture retailer, is tapping CGTrader technology for a unique AR Lens for promoting products and branding as well as driving online customer…
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LA mall vending machine offers free pet treats
December 5, 2022
Pet owners visiting the Westfield Century City Mall in Los Angeles between now and Dec. 24 can grab dog or cat treats for free by answering a few questions at…
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Chat apps gaining favor with consumers
December 2, 2022
Chat apps are fast becoming crucial communication channels for consumers given an 80% spike in WhatsApp usage and a 62% increase in rich communication services…
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Walmart unveils Sam Walton hologram
December 1, 2022
Walmart has unveiled a holographic recreation of Sam Walton in preparation of its permanent exhibit at the Walmart Museum, according to a press release.
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Michigan mall debuts baby supply vending machine
December 1, 2022
Parents in need of baby supplies will appreciate a Baby Vend machine at the Rivertown Mall in Grandville, Michigan, according to a wzzm13.com report.
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Dobot debuts robots for retail tasks
November 30, 2022
Dobot, a robot manufacturer, has introduced collaborative robots for retail customers to handle tasks such as making coffee, cocktails, ice cream, noodles…
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US mulls more regulations to help disabled use self-service kiosks
November 29, 2022
As self-service expands at a fast pace at retail, many machines do not sufficiently accommodate disabled persons, according to a report in The Wall Street…
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Love’s Travel Stops deploys 2nd California Jamba by Blendid
November 28, 2022
Jamba, a global lifestyle brand serving on-the-go freshly blended fruit and vegetable smoothies, bowls and bites, and Blendid, a robotic foodservice solutions…
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