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Rovertown brings gamification to convenience retail with launch of Game Room on its platform

Game Room is a new feature on the Rovertown platform that’s designed to help convenience retailers turn app engagement into a daily habit. “Game Room turns app engagement into a daily habit,” says Jeffry Harrison, President and Co-Founder at Rovertown. “When customers open your app every day to play and earn their daily rewards, they’re […]
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Pinterest Plans Coachella Pop-Up, Forecasts Festival Season Fashion Trends

Pinterest is marking the second year of its partnership with the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival with a preview of the hottest festival-inspired trends and an immersive pop-up designed by Chappell Roan’s creative director. During both weekends of the festival, April 11-13 and April 18-20, this on-site space will allow visitors to use the […]
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Coty sells stake in Kim Kardashian beauty brand Skkn to Skims

​[[{“value”:” Dive Brief Skims will unite its beauty and lifestyle ventures under one brand in a “pivotal” expansion for the shapewear brand. Published March 25, 2025 Kim Kardashian poses for her skincare line, Skkn by Kim. Skims will expand into beauty, skin care and fragrance with the acquisition of the brand. Kim Kardashian for Skkn […]
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  1. Channel: Grocery

Hy-Vee RMN Deploys Carrot Ads Solution; Instacart Extends Ad Placements to Smart Carts

The 570-store Midwestern supermarket retailer Hy-Vee will expand its partnership with Instacart by adopting the platform’s Carrot Ads solution. This new integration will give Hy-Vee RedMedia access both to Instacart’s ad technology and its CPG advertising ecosystem, which delivers advertiser demand from more than 7,000 brands. All those brands will also now have access to […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

Prime Markets becomes first retailer in Saudi Arabia to bring Tally inventory robot to stores

Simbe reports a partnership with Universal Cold Store (Prime Markets), a grocery retail chain in Saudi Arabia, involving the introduction of its autonomous robot, Tally. In a first for the region, the aim here is to enhance inventory management, improve pricing accuracy, and elevate the customer experience across select Prime Markets locations. Tally autonomously roams […]
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IV Therapy and Vein Access: The Future of Patient Care

In the ever-evolving healthcare landscape, intravenous (IV) therapy and vein access devices have emerged as critical components, driving significant advancements in patient care. According to BCC Research, the global market for IV therapy and venous access devices is ready for remarkable growth, from $57.0 billion in 2024 to an impressive $74.4 billion by 2029. This […]
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BuyBuy Baby Sets Due Date for Online (Re)Birth

BuyBuy Baby will officially re-enter the world of online retail on May 8, 2025, just days before Mother’s Day. This rebirth of sorts will kick off with a “Baby Days” event featuring daily giveaways and top-rated baby essentials. Beyond Inc. acquired BuyBuy Baby in February 2025 for $5 million, reuniting the brand with its former […]
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Reflections and Photos from the Inaugural Drug Channels Leadership Forum 2025

Wow! What an absolutely incredible time at the inaugural Drug Channels Leadership Forum (DCLF)! Paula and I are beyond grateful to everyone who took the stage to share their insights and to all who participated in making this event so impactful. (Even Paula got on the main stage!) The event was packed with thought-provoking discussions, […]
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Casey’s Evolving Success with Migrating Consumers

  The convenience store landscape has undergone a dramatic transformation over the past two decades, evolving from a quick stop for fuel and packaged snacks to a robust competitor in the foodservice industry according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. Leading the charge in this evolution is Casey’s General Stores, […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

Why Amazon Can’t Crack Grocery and the Rise of Social Commerce with Jason Goldberg, Chief Commerce Strategy Officer at Publicis (Part 2)

In the latest episode of Remarkable Retail, hosts Michael LeBlanc and Steve Dennis kick off with a roundup of the week’s most impactful retail news. They dive into the potential liquidation of Hudson’s Bay Company, examining the challenges the iconic retailer faces amid financial turbulence. With speculation swirling around the sale of HBC’s heritage Stripes […]
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  1. Department & Category

Food Traceability: How Technology Allows Food and Beverage Businesses to Meet the Challenge

The food industry is essential because it provides nourishment to people worldwide. Besides feeding the population, it also plays a significant role in the global economy. The Food Traceability: Technologies and Global Markets is expected to generate $23.8 billion in revenue in 2024 and is projected to grow to $38.5 billion by 2029, with an […]
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  1. Stores & Formats

Designer Brands to open more DSW stores, refresh rewards program

​[[{“value”:” Dive Brief Over the holiday quarter, sales fell and losses widened, but comps rose for the first time in over two years. Published March 24, 2025 By Tatiana Walk-Morris Designer Brands will be expanding its DSW store fleet for the first time since 2019. Daphne Howland/Retail Dive “}]] 
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  1. Channel: Mass

Universal Standard lands in Nordstrom

​[[{“value”:” Dive Brief After launching on the department store’s website at the start of the year, the women’s apparel brand entered 20 Nordstrom stores nationwide over the weekend. Published March 24, 2025 By Howard Ruben Universal Standard launched over 10 styles in Nordstrom stores and plans to debut additional styles each month through September. Courtesy of Universal […]
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  1. Shopper & Customer

As Retail Media Networks Grow, Amazon is Changing the Game and Driving Consolidation

As retail media networks (RMNs) continue to expand, marketers are facing an increasingly complex landscape. With more than 200 RMNs now out there, each operating differently with unique requirements, the options for advertisers are endless — and overwhelming. Earlier this year, Amazon announced its Retail Ad Service, which could reshape the retail advertising landscape, offering […]
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  1. Trends & External Forces

The Clinical Trial Infrastructure Market: A Growing Ecosystem for Healthcare Innovation

The healthcare industry is undergoing rapid transformation, with one of the most critical areas being the expansion of clinical trials. Clinical trials serve as the backbone of medical advancements, from drug development to understanding new disease mechanisms. However, clinical trials are complex and resource-intensive endeavors that require robust infrastructure to ensure success. This is where […]
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  1. Agencies & Vendors

Consumer Motivations With NielsenIQ’s COO Tracey Massey

The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Tracey Massey, Chief Operating Officer at NielsenIQ, the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. NIQ combined with GfK in 2023, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. Today NIQ […]
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  1. Channel: Restaurants

Wendy’s: The Real MVP of March Madness Marketing

  In the competitive arena of fast-food marketing, Wendy’s has mastered the art of staying fresh—not just with its never-frozen beef but with its consumer-focused, basketball-fueled approach. As the Official Hamburger of March Madness, according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® Wendy’s has dribbled its way into the hearts (and […]
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  1. Shopper & Customer

Danielle Crawford Media: Guiding Businesses Towards a Stronger Online Reputation

Source: Danielle Crawford Media (EZ Newswire) NEW YORK, NY — In today’s digital era, a business’s reputation is no longer confined to word-of-mouth recommendations or physical interactions. The online landscape has dramatically expanded how companies are perceived, making online reputation management (ORM) a critical factor for success. New York-based Danielle Crawford Media specializes in helping […]
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  1. Media & Marketing

AliExpress Adds Marketplace Selling Model for U.S. Merchants

AliExpress, which welcomed U.S. merchants onto its platform for the first time in October 2024 with the launch of its AliExpressLocal Direct program, has introduced the AliExpressLocal Marketplace model, along with advanced integration tools designed to enhance flexibility and operational abilities for local sellers. Sellers now have two ways to leverage the platform: AliExpressLocal Marketplace […]
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  1. Channel: Ecommerce & Digital

Amazon Sues Consumer Watchdog Over Directive Holding Platform Responsible for Recalled Products

Amazon has sued the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) over its 2024 directive that said the marketplace operator was responsible for the sale of hazardous and recalled products on its platform, even those listed by third-party sellers, according to multiple news reports. Amazon has long disputed the assertion that it qualifies as a distributor […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

It’s Time for Apple to End Its Culture of Secrecy

Apple has long thrilled the public by keeping its products secret and releasing them in high-gloss events with “one more thing” surprises. The company’s marketing magic has made its launch events must-see-TV, with audiences held in suspense knowing they might learn something new at any moment. These signature events, backed by strong product execution, helped […]
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  1. Channel: Mass

Target adds 2,000 products to baby assortment

​[[{“value”:” Dive Brief The revamp is the latest over the last year as the retailer focuses on newness to grow share across its merchandising portfolio. Published March 21, 2025 After a net sales decline last year, Target said it’s focused on adding newness across its portfolio as part of several strategies aimed at pursuing and […]
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  1. Corporate Strategy

Container Store CEO Out Following Tumultuous 6 Months

Less than two months after emerging from bankruptcy, The Container Store’s top executive — CEO Satish Malhotra — has stepped down, according to an internal memo from board chair Joel Bines that was obtained by multiple news outlets. Malhotra, who has led the retailer since 2021 after more than two decades at Sephora, will be […]
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  1. Media & Marketing

How to Build Brand Identity Through Recipe Development

A picture is worth a thousand words, right? In today’s fast-paced digital world this has never been truer. With 65% of people being visual learners, it’s clear that the way you present your brand visually makes all the difference.   Research shows that 95% of viewers can retain a message when it’s experienced visually, compared […]
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  1. Data & Insights

The End of the Blockbuster Era: Unlocking Growth with Direct-to-Patient Commercialization

Today’s guest post comes from Greg Skalicky, President of EVERSANA. Greg discusses some of the challenges manufacturers face with product commercialization, patient access and adherence, and negotiating partnerships with pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs). He introduces us to EVERSANA DIRECT Commercialization™, a direct-to-patient change/model. To learn more about EVERSANA DIRECT Commercialization™ and how the direct-to-patient model […]
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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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Kroger Announces Resignation of CEO Rodney McMullen

The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced that Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Rodney McMullen has resigned from the Company following a Board investigation of his personal conduct that, while unrelated to the business, was inconsistent with Kroger's Policy on Business Ethics.
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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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