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| Sep 11, 2024
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| Sep 11, 2024
Source: Quartile; NewtonX
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| Sep 11, 2024
Source: Quartile; NewtonX
Consumer-facing tech in stores is rapidly evolving. Retailers must prioritize investments carefully to maintain already implemented tech—and explore interesting (but largely untested) innovations.
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| Sep 10, 2024
Privacy Sandbox transition poses steep costs: Smaller advertisers are concerned that moving away from cookies could leave them behind.
Article
| Sep 10, 2024
It’s a concerning buildup for one month, but it merits some skepticism—consumers may be faring better than one data point suggests
Article
| Sep 10, 2024
The retailer’s Great Value branded products are now harder to sneak by self-checkout thanks to barcodes embedded in their packaging
Article
| Sep 10, 2024
Despite allowing cross-posting between Instagram and Threads, Meta’s lack of a clear messaging system for Threads reveals ongoing confusion about the apps’ integration.
Article
| Sep 10, 2024
The actor’s appeal across generations can help attract users for the company’s debit card and in-store offerings
Article
| Sep 10, 2024
On today’s podcast episode of The Banking & Payments Show, we discuss financial media networks, identifying what they are and why financial institutions are creating them.
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| Sep 10, 2024
China and the US are so far in front that the status quo at the top will likely remain the same for decades to come.
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| Sep 10, 2024
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| Sep 10, 2024
Under Armour’s turnaround won’t be quick: The company lowered its FY25 outlook, saying its restructuring plan will cost about twice as much as expected.
Article
| Sep 10, 2024
Apple unveils new Apple Watch feature that detects sleep apnea: The timing of the feature’s unveiling could be the spark Apple needs to reignite its stagnating device business.
Article
| Sep 10, 2024
Retailers invest in virtual reality, mobile apps, and AI to improve the customer experience: Walmart, Levi’s, and Family Dollar are among the companies turning to tech to boost sales.
Article
| Sep 10, 2024
Podcasts surge in B2B marketing: 36% of B2B marketers plan to use them, citing flexibility and trust-building attributes.
Article
| Sep 10, 2024
Huawei’s tri-fold Mate XT Ultimate Design appeals to innovation seekers, yet steep pricing and market restrictions could hinder its full potential.
Article
| Sep 10, 2024
AI chatbots help busy healthcare providers communicate with patients: Consumers would rather engage with AI than wait on hold for a human. But many are concerned with the tech’s reliability and ability to protect their data.
Article
| Sep 10, 2024
Biden Administration’s final rules aim to boost mental healthcare parity law: But with no new enforcement mechanisms in place, we’re bearish on their ability to improve patients’ access to mental healthcare in a meaningful way.
Article
| Sep 10, 2024
Sustained ad industry job losses don't signal a crisis: Sector employment is still about 100,000 jobs stronger than in April 2020.
Article
| Sep 10, 2024
Amazon didn’t waste time weaving ads into genAI search results: Just a few months after rolling out the Rufus chatbot, the retail giant is testing tailored ads based on search terms and context.
Article
| Sep 10, 2024
Amazon Fresh doubles down on affordability as shoppers focus on cost: The retailer will roll out Prime-exclusive discounts on over 3,000 products and a new private label as it tries to narrow the gap with Walmart.
Article
| Sep 10, 2024
The Ontario financial regulator has warned consumers about a website claiming to be a credit union in Ottawa.
Article
| Sep 10, 2024
73% of US Gen Zers say they make online purchases from creators, compared with 66% of millennials and 59% of adult consumers overall, according to June 2024 data by LTK.
Article
| Sep 10, 2024
Dollar store consumers, especially lower-income households, are facing financial difficulties, relying on credit cards to cover necessities. Retailers like Dollar General and Dollar Tree are focusing on pricing and promotions to keep customers shopping, but there has been a decline in discretionary spending from middle- and high-income consumers, who may be turning to mass retailers like Walmart.
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| Sep 10, 2024