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Explore the forefront of artificial intelligence in retail with Doing Business in Bentonville's AI hub. Dive into articles and podcasts covering AI-driven innovations like Walmart's Sparky assistant, generative AI's impact on merchandising, and ethical considerations in AI deployment. Stay informed on how AI is reshaping customer experiences, supply chains, and marketing strategies across the retail landscape.

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Searchable Video Reshapes Retail Commerce Strategy

Video is becoming the core infrastructure of omnichannel retail as AI transforms unstructured content into searchable, shoppable, revenue-driving assets.

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February 17, 2026

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AI Turns Websites Into Adaptive Sales Engines

New AI-powered approaches are reshaping websites into adaptive, context-aware sales engines that personalize user journeys in real time and drive higher conversions across digital channels.

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February 17, 2026

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The DBB Podcast

Ep. 139 - 2026 Retail Trends: Adapt or Fall Behind with Scott Benedict and Deanah Baker

Retail in 2026 will be shaped by AI shopping agents, private brands, and health driven demand. We explore agentic commerce, smarter product pages, value beyond price, and how retailers can win with better data, fulfillment, and wellness focused merchandising.

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February 17, 2026

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Tech Giants Lead Market Cap Gains Amid AI Frenzy, Public Mistrust and Data Center Footprints Raise New Debates

As technology firms dominate global market capitalization in 2026, broader economic trends reflect both confidence in AI-led growth and rising public unease over artificial intelligence, data infrastructure, and their impacts on local communities.

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February 16, 2026

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Swiftly Scales AI Retail Media for Omnichannel Growth

Swiftly leverages AI-powered retail technology to help retailers increase sales, deepen customer loyalty, and empower brands with effective retail media networks. This article explores Swiftly's impact on omnichannel retail and the future of digital commerce.

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February 16, 2026

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Emerging Trends in Y Combinator Funded Payments Startups 2026

Discover how Y Combinator-backed payments startups in 2026 are innovating cross-border payments, AI integration, fintech solutions for emerging markets, and streamlined payroll technologies, transforming global financial infrastructure.

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February 16, 2026

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Digital Front Door

Ep. 10 - Searchable Video: The Next Retail Edge with Vyrill's Ajay Bam

Video is now the shopping experience. Vyrill CEO Ajay Bam explains how AI powered video search, UGC, and retail media drive discovery, trust, and conversion across ecommerce and stores. Learn how to index clips, personalize PDPs, and turn short form video into measurable revenue.

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February 16, 2026

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Musk Slams Anthropic After $30B Raise

Elon Musk criticizes Anthropic following its $30 billion AI funding round, escalating competition and debate over bias, safety, and leadership in the artificial intelligence sector.

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February 16, 2026

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Albertsons Joins ChatGPT Ad Pilot Program

Albertsons partners with ChatGPT’s Ad Pilot Program to deliver targeted Valentine’s Day promotions, expanding its omnichannel retail advertising strategy.

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February 13, 2026

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Supply Chain Unlocked

Ep. 7 - Inside Modern POS Systems With Michael Leister

Modern POS is now mobile, self checkout, curbside, and scan and go. Retail expert Michael Leister shares how scalable hardware and software, remote management, and AI diagnostics improve customer experience, reduce downtime, and boost conversion across stores.

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February 12, 2026

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AI-Embellished Resumes Disrupt Retail Hiring

Retail leaders confront a surge in AI-generated and embellished resumes, raising new challenges for talent acquisition, workforce quality and hiring technology.

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February 12, 2026

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Google Agentic Commerce Redefines AI Retail

Google’s Agentic Commerce and Universal Commerce Protocol introduce AI-driven shopping agents that automate discovery, negotiation, and checkout—reshaping omnichannel retail strategy and digital marketing performance.

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February 11, 2026

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Hasbro’s Digital Pivot vs Mattel’s Struggles

How divergent strategies at Hasbro and Mattel are shaping investor outcomes and toy industry competition in 2026.

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February 11, 2026

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How to Achieve Construction Payment Stability in 2026

A deep dive into how digital payments are reshaping financial stability and cash flow for construction firms in 2026.

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February 11, 2026

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How AI Clienteling Reshapes Omnichannel Retail Stores

Discover how clienteling and next-gen retail technologies are transforming physical stores into personalized, efficient, and human-centric shopping destinations. Explore strategies and innovations shaping retail success in 2026 and beyond.

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February 11, 2026

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How AI Is Transforming Retail Media

AI is reshaping retail media, brand storytelling, and omnichannel execution by turning structured data into personalized, scalable consumer experiences.

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February 11, 2026

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