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You Don’t Have Customers, you Have Fans, so Put on a Show

There’s a lot retailers can learn from the success of immersive location-based entertainment spaces this past year. The Sphere in Las Vegas reimagined concertgoing, giving music lovers 360 degrees of eye-popping real-time visuals synced to music; Meow Wolf has reimagined museum visits; and Hollywood is taking its first stab at immersing fans in their favorite […]
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AI powered pricing and revenue optimisation firm Buynomics secures $30 million in Series B funding

Buynomics, a specialist in AI powered pricing and revenue optimisation founded in 2018, has raised $30 million in Series B funding. The round was led by Forestay Capital, with participation from Anais Ventures, VI Partners, and existing investors Insight Partners, Seedcamp, DvH Ventures, and Tomahawk Ventures. The cash will support global expansion, with a focus […]
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Electronics Reseller PayMore Opens 18 Stores in March; Plans to Double Store Fleet in 2025

PayMore has kickstarted a planned 2025 expansion of its store fleet by opening 18 new locations in March. The franchise retailer, which pays cash for customers’ used electronics, currently operates 71 stores in the U.S., Canada and the UK, but it plans to more than double that number to 150 stores by the end of […]
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Klarna to displace Affirm as Walmart BNPL provider

​[[{“value”:” The Swedish buy now, pay later business partnered with a Walmart-backed fintech to offer loans at the retail giant via a digital payments app. Published March 19, 2025 A Walmart storefront. Walmart first partnered with Affirm in 2019. Kaarin Vembar/Retail Dive “}]] 
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Amazon uses Big Spring Sale to promote Amazon Haul

​[[{“value”:” Dive Brief As part of the event, which returns next week, the retail giant is offering 50% off its Temu-like competitor. Published March 19, 2025 An Amazon delivery in progress. The company’s Big Spring Sale is set to return next week. Permission granted by Amazon “}]] 
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Ikea to Open London Store Following Three-Year Environmental Renovation

Ikea will open its new store on London’s Oxford Street on May 1, 2025, featuring 62,430 square feet of retail space across three levels. The opening follows a three-year renovation of the building that included enhancing environmental performance by replacing gas-fired boilers with energy-efficient air source heat pumps and installing secondary glazing for improved insulation. […]
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Top Healthcare Industry Trends to Watch in 2025

Healthcare is evolving faster than ever. New treatments, advanced technology, and sustainable solutions are transforming how we prevent, diagnose, and treat diseases. What once seemed futuristic is now becoming reality. Can Alzheimer’s drugs truly slow disease progression? Will medical devices become more sustainable? How secure is patient data in a digital-first world?
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Does Dismissal of Amazon Class Action Lawsuit Spell Trouble for FTC’s Antitrust Case?

The Federal Trade Commission has been dealt another blow in its ongoing antitrust case against Amazon. In October 2024, parts of the FTC’s case were dismissed by U.S. District Judge John Chun. (The parts of the case that were not dismissed are moving forward to trial, which is scheduled for October 2026.) Now, the same […]
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The Intersection of Data & Media with Canadian Tire’s Simone Lumsden

The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Simone Lumsden, SVP of Triangle Loyalty & Retail Media at Canadian Tire Corporation, Limited (“CTC”), one of Canada’s most admired and trusted companies that includes a retail segment, a financial services division and CT REIT. Their retail business is led by Canadian Tire, which provides Canadians […]
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Beyond Sells Off Zulily, will Use Profit to Focus on Home and Family Brands

Almost exactly a year after it purchased then-insolvent flash-sale site Zulily, Bed Bath & Beyond parent company Beyond, Inc. has sold its majority stake in the brand, turning a profit of $500,000 and retaining a 25% share of the company. Beyond purchased Zulily in March 2024 for $4.5 million after the platform’s abrupt shutdown in […]
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Global Planning Guide 2025

3 Key Media ConvergenceTrends A guide to global media planning through shifting landscapes Download the report 3 Key Media ConvergenceTrends A guide to global media planning through shifting landscapes Download the report Navigating a converging media landscape The global media landscape of 2025 is a kaleidoscope of shifting patterns. Streaming platforms, social media and even […]
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Co-op and Uber Eats shake hands on new three-year rapid grocery deliveries partnership renewal

Uber Eats and Co-op have announced a three-year extension of their quick commerce partnership. The tie up, which started in 2022, has seen the number of Co-op stores where Uber Eats is available increase to more than 1,300. The retailer will now extend its work with Uber Direct – Uber’s white label last mile delivery […]
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Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD): Revolutionizing Coatings for a Brighter Future

Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) is crucial for creating thin films and coatings in material science and engineering. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a curious enthusiast, understanding PVD can open a world of possibilities in various industries, from electronics to aerospace. In this blog, we’ll delve into the fundamentals of PVD and its advantages & […]
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Instacart Debuts AI-Powered Tools to Supercharge Healthy Food Shopping

Instacart has introduced Smart Shop, which leverages generative AI and machine learning to create a more personalized grocery shopping experience. The platform also has unveiled AI-powered Health Tags that provide detailed nutrition information across its catalog, as well as curated Inspiration Pages featuring expert-backed health recommendations and shoppable recipes. The initial Inspiration Page was developed […]
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Strategikon Launches VISION 4.4 to Enhance Vendor Management in Clinical Outsourcing

SAN FRANCISCO, CA — Strategikon, a leader in clinical trial outsourcing and vendor management solutions, has announced the launch of VISION 4.4, an advanced upgrade designed to provide biopharma and CROs with greater control, efficiency, and security in clinical trial vendor management. This release introduces enhanced system customization, improved data visualization, and advanced vendor role […]
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From Clicks to Bricks: When Product Brands Should Make the Leap into Physical Retail

In a world seemingly dominated by online shopping, you might wonder why any product brand would consider entering physical retail. But while ecommerce is thriving, something magical happens when customers can touch, feel, and experience products in a real-world setting. Transitioning from ecommerce to physical retail is a bold step, but when done right, it […]
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Kohl’s introduces 2 private label home brands

​[[{“value”:” Dive Brief Most products in the Miryana and Mingle & Co. lines are priced under $50 as the company places emphasis on value. Published March 18, 2025 By Tatiana Walk-Morris Kohl’s Miryana brand features over 170 products including towels, sheets, comforters and rugs. Courtesy of Kohl’s “}]] 
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Macy’s to Adapt Best-Seller About Department Store Icons into TV Series

Macy’s has emerged as the winning bidder for the exclusive rights to develop Julie Satow’s best-selling book, When Women Ran Fifth Avenue: Glamour and Power at the Dawn of American Fashion. The retailer plans to develop the non-fiction book into a fictionalized television series and is already on the hunt for a showrunner and talent. […]
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Need to know: What is a Designated Market Area® (DMA), and why does it matter?

As marketers, we are all too familiar with the challenge of communicating in an over-saturated marketplace. It’s like trying to have a conversation in a crowded room—you need to know exactly who you are talking to and how to get their attention. To cut through the noise, marketers need to embrace hyper-local strategies, recognizing that […]
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British online department store Debenhams unveils DebenhamsPay+ BNPL option for customers

Debenhams is launching a buy now pay later option. Fast fashion firm boohoo acquired the name and website operations of Debenhams from administrators after the debt laden retailer, which had 123 stores and 12,000 staff, collapsed in 2020. It has since rebranded to Debenhams Group, a move that follows a huge fall from grace on […]
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The Global Demand for Activated Carbon: Types and Market Trends

Have you ever wondered how water gets purified or how air pollution is controlled? The secret ingredient behind these processes is activated carbon—a powerful material that plays a crucial role in filtration, purification, and even medical applications. This blog explores the different types of activated carbon and its ever-growing demand in the global market.
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Carhartt Inaugurates ‘Steel Apple’ Awards Honoring Skilled Trades Educators

Workwear retailer Carhartt has debuted a new program designed to recognize outstanding skilled trades educators as an extension of its ongoing For the Love of Labor program, which supports nonprofit organizations training and placing workers into skilled trades careers. Five educators will each receive $10,000 to invest in their classrooms, along with a tailored workwear package […]
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Walgreens Agrees to $10B Sycamore Partners Acquisition

Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) has finalized a deal with private equity firm Sycamore Partners to take the company private after being in the stock market for nearly 100 years. Sycamore will pay $11.45 per share in cash for the Walgreens business, according to a company announcement. Shareholders can receive up to $3 more per share […]
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Valentine’s Day flower sales could shift to FTD, other brands in 2025

1-800-Flowers still leads in US, FTD is gaining share 1-800-Flowers is the largest flower service by sales headed into Valentine’s Day 2025, according to Earnest credit card data. However, the industry stalwart is likely to lose share this season if recent trends continue. Access chart in Dash. 1-800-Flowers commanded 37.0% of Valentine’s Day flower sales […]
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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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