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U.S. SMI Core Release Note – September 2022

[[{“value”:” SMI Core data captures the actual spend data from the SMI Pool partners of major holding companies and large independent agencies, representing up to 95% of all US national brand ad spending, to provide a complete monthly view of the SMI Pool market size, investment share and category performance. Core Data delivers detailed ad intelligence across all […]
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BitconeMine Cloud Mining Platform Offers Path to Financial Freedom Through Cryptocurrency

LONDON, United Kingdom — BitconeMine, a leading UK-based cryptocurrency mining platform, today provided insights on how it can help crypto investors create a path to financial freedom through cryptocurrency by potentially generating passive income of more than $1,000 per day. Unlike other platforms, BitconeMine uses GPU-AI smart chips to integrate ASIC, maximize the energy of […]
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Retail Media is Here in a Big Way: Should Search be Worried?

[[{“value”:” By John Spiropoulos Media is filled with evolutionary step-change transitions which permanently alter the marketplace. Each evolutionary event, seen in terms of advertiser outlays – the media mix – is driven by incremental change during economic uncertainty. This is particularly true – and trackable – in modern times. Some of these events were covered […]
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U.S. SMI Core Release Note – October 2022

[[“value”:” SMI Core data captures the actual spend data from the SMI Pool partners of major holding companies and large independent agencies, representing up to 95% of all US national brand ad spending, to provide a complete monthly view of the SMI Pool market size, investment share and category performance. Core Data delivers detailed ad intelligence across all […]
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Walkbase Millimeter Wave Sensor Solution now available for retailers following US grocery store trials

STRATACACHE company Walkbase, an in-store analytics solutions provider for retailers, has unveiled new millimeter wave sensor technology. On display this week at NRF in New York, it provides retailers and premises owners a way to accurately measure in-store customer behaviour without collecting or divulging the personal identifying information (PII) of customers.  “For retailers looking to […]
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As Bitcoin Surges, BCH Miner Offers Free Mining Contracts to Easily Earn Cryptocurrency

NEWPORT, United Kingdom — BCH Miner, a leading UK-based cryptocurrency mining platform, today provided insights on how it can help crypto investors generate passive income with its advanced cryptocurrency mining equipment, sites, maintenance facilities and cheap clean electricity (such as wind power and solar power plants). How to Start Mining in the Cloud Choose BCH […]
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Despite financial pressure — or because of it? — tech stacks are actually expanding again

If you predicted that tech stacks would shrink in 2024, it was probably a good bet. After all, the trend line had been headed in that direction. The average number of apps in companies’ stacks shrank in both 2022 and 2023, albeit by only a modest amount, less than 10% on average. But economic times […]
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Michaels Appoints Trio of Interim Leaders as CEO Search Continues

Michaels’ board of directors has established an interim Office of the CEO that will be led by three of the retailer’s existing leaders, as the company continues to search for a replacement for former CEO Ashley Buchanan, who left Michaels earlier this month to lead Kohl’s. Michaels’ current President, Heather Bennett; Chief Merchandising Officer, Stacey […]
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2025 Outlook: A Snapshot into Ad Spend, Opportunities, and Strategies for Growth

IAB’s 2025 Outlook: A Snapshot into Ad Spend, Opportunities, and Strategies for Growth offering an early glimpse into ad spending trends for the coming year. The report is a must-read to gain and understanding of brand and agency buyers’ growth strategies and the challenges they foresee. The report covers: 2025 projections for the market overall […]
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National Insurance increase will force retailers to raise prices, survey shows

A survey of CFOs (chief financial officers) at 52 leading retailers has revealed significant concern about trading conditions over the next 12 months. Sentiment languished at a concerning -57 with 70% of respondents “pessimistic” or “very pessimistic” about trading conditions over the coming 12 months,… This story continues at National Insurance increase will force retailers […]
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Joann Files for Second Bankruptcy in 10 Months, Seeks Buyer

Joann has filed for bankruptcy protection for the second time in less than one year and is seeking a buyer, according to CNN and multiple media reports. The crafts retailer entered a structured bankruptcy in March 2024 but emerged as a private company a little over one month later. Joann kept all 800+ brick-and-mortar stores […]
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Refund tech firm Reshop brings in Afterpay Co-Founder Anthony Eisen as CEO and bags $17m in funding

Reshop, a startup that focuses on the refund process for both consumers and retailers, has announced Anthony Eisen as its CEO, as well as a $17 million fundraise.  Eisen most recently served as Co-Founder and Co-CEO at FinTech firm Afterpay, which he launched alongside Nick Molnar in 2014 and listed on the ASX in May […]
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Resilience is Key as Payments Acceptance becomes Mission-Critical

Consumers now prefer digital payment options, with cash usage declining in all major economies. Cards have become by far the most popular payment method, with contactless now accounting for most purchases made at retail stores. Furthermore, the number of people relying on digital wallets on their smartphones, rather than carrying a traditional purse containing cash, […]
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The Role of Private Label in Driving Brand Retail Media Investment with Omnicom Commerce’s Jacquelyn Baker

The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Jacquelyn Baker, CEO of Omnicom Commerce, a Flywheel Commerce company. Omnicom Commerce consists of Tracy Locke, Hagarth & TPN agencies. Specializing in designing compelling brand experiences for both owned andthird- party (3P) retail environments, Omnicom Commerce blends brand building with commerce, driving discovery, loyalty, and conversion […]
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Buckle Adopts Aptos ONE POS to Bring Unified Commerce to 440+ Stores

The Buckle, Inc., will implement Aptos ONE as its new POS system to bring personalized and efficient interactions to every customer — and employee — in its 440+ stores across 42 states. Buckle is a specialty apparel retailer that offers a wide selection of on-trend apparel, accessories and footwear. The retailer is especially known for […]
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Many UK retail CFOs pessimistic about trading conditions for 2025 as budget adds £7bn to bills

A British Retail Consortium survey of CFOs (Chief Financial Officers) at 52 UK retailers reveals significant concern about trading conditions over the next 12 months. Sentiment languished at -57 with 70% of respondents “pessimistic” or “very pessimistic” about trading conditions over the coming 12 months, while just 13% said they were “optimistic” or very “optimistic” […]
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Andrea Leigh of Allume Group: 3 Ways To Drive Shopper Loyalty Today

“Loyalty is huge and can drive an enormous amount of growth for a brand.” — Andrea Leigh, Founder and CEO, Allume Group Stanley Cup. Barbie. Apple. What do all these brands have in common? Fiercely loyal customers. These companies breathe rarefied air. Achieving customer loyalty is the Holy Grail, but it is still elusive for […]
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Poundland invests in initiative to tackle in-store crime

Poundland is launching its ‘Against Retail Crime’ initiative this week as part of its ongoing efforts to address increasing shop theft, as well as abuse and harassment of its colleagues. Poundland said it is investing significantly in security enhancements. Part of this investment will support… This story continues at Poundland invests in initiative to tackle […]
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AI insights, clienteling, and store fulfillment coming to Aptos ONE PoS platform during 2025

Aptos reports today from NRF’s Big Show in NYC that 2025 will see its largest R&D spend in company history. Exact numbers were not given in a press release, but according to Aptos CEO Pete Sinisgalli, the investment will fund major new Aptos ONE PoS platform capabilities, faster release cycles and a transition to a unified […]
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Including Simbe, Whatnot, bpost, and DoorDash: this week’s biggest retail technology stories

2025 is up and running, it’s nearly the weekend, so let’s kick back and reflect on another eventful week for the retail systems space. Here’s your briefing on the most important stories from the past few days, including N Brown Group, Akeneo, Ibotta, PittaRosso, Scarpe&Scarpe, Impact Analytics, Dentsu, Differin, and Dubit. 1. N Brown wraps […]
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Shoppers believe best holiday deals are after holidays

A good number of consumers, over 77%, believe there are better deals available after the holidays, and nearly 51% plan to take advantage by making a large purchase in late December and January. Those are top findings from a Holiday Green survey, from CouponCabin, regarding consumer habits in the post-holiday time frame. When it comes to post-holiday […]
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2025 Outlook: A Snapshot into Ad Spend, Opportunities, and Strategies for Growth

IAB’s 2025 Outlook: A Snapshot into Ad Spend, Opportunities, and Strategies for Growth offering an early glimpse into ad spending trends for the coming year. The report is a must-read to gain and understanding of brand and agency buyers’ growth strategies and the challenges they foresee. The report covers: 2025 projections for the market overall […]
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AI at the retail edge: What’s possible now

There’s been a lot of talk lately about artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI (GenAI) and how these technologies are going to revolutionize retail. But the retail revolution can’t be accomplished with sweeping generalizations about putting more technology into stores. Successful retail outcomes are built using technology to solve specific challenges, expanding on wins and […]
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Some retailers would benefit from a TikTok ban in 2025

TikTok Shop took the market by storm in just two years. The social media platform sold more merchandise than Sephora [LVMUY] in late 2024 according to Earnest credit card data. TikTok Shop also handily outperformed during the 2024 holiday season. But a potential ban could result in brands losing access to a vital marketing and […]
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