TikTok Shop Warns of AI‑Powered E‑Commerce Fraud Surge
TikTok Shop reveals generative‑AI fraud is rising fast—fake products, counterfeit brands and malware campaigns threaten marketplace trust and retail brand stability.
“Polycrisis”‑Era Shoppers Force Grocers to Adapt With Trust, Value & Digital Focus
Grocery shoppers in 2025 are savvy, skeptical and operating within a “polycrisis” mindset — forcing grocers to focus on value, trust and seamless digital‑in‑store experiences.
Grocers Must Meet Consumers in the Digital World
Grocery shoppers now begin their journeys online, and retail chains must build seamless digital‑to‑physical experiences to compete effectively.
Exiger Wins Multi‑Million Dollar AI Contract to Support CBP’s Trade Compliance Mission
Exiger’s AI platform will empower CBP to detect illicit transshipment in global trade flows, raising stakes for supply‑chain visibility, import compliance and retail sourcing practices.
Dollar General Appoints AI SVP to Accelerate Operational Efficiency
Dollar General names Travis Nixon as SVP of AI Optimization, signaling a major push to embed AI across store operations, supply chain and merchandising.
Holiday 2025: Unlocking Incremental Growth in the Grocery Channel
As consumers plan value‑driven holiday spending, grocery retailers must activate guest‑first insights, closed‑loop metrics and omnichannel campaigns to unlock incremental growth in 2025.
Kroger, Instacart Launch AI Cart Assistant and Expand Express Delivery
Kroger and Instacart launch Cart Assistant, an AI-powered grocery planning tool, alongside expanded 30-minute Express Delivery across 2,700 stores.
Grocers Accelerate Tech Investment Amid 2025 Shift
Grocery retailers are increasing technology investment in 2025—boosting analytics, automation and digital tools to meet evolving consumer expectations.
Bentonville Retail & Grocery Industry Expands as Walmart Deepens Local Investments
In November 2025, Bentonville’s retail and grocery industries grow through Walmart investment and tech innovation, despite signs of softer consumer spending.
Oil Prices Slide as Oversupply and U.S.–China Trade Tensions Weigh
Oil prices are retreating amid warnings of a 4 million‑barrel‑per‑day supply surplus and renewed U.S.–China trade tensions dampening consumption.
Holiday Shoppers Turn to AI for Deals, Gift‑Finding & Price Savvy
One‑third of holiday shoppers plan to use AI this season for deals, gift ideas and price comparison — pushing retailers to deliver smarter, AI‑enabled experiences.
Why Target Corporation’s Delivery & Pickup Shift Matters Locally
Target’s push into faster delivery and pickup raises the bar for local retailers and shoppers alike in today’s omnichannel‑first market.
Tesla Investors Back $878 Billion Musk Pay Plan Amid Governance Shift
Tesla shareholders weigh a record‑breaking $878 billion compensation plan for Elon Musk alongside governance and AI‑investment votes.
Black Friday 2025: GenAI, Early Deals & Omnichannel Imperatives
Black Friday 2025 will spotlight GenAI shopping, stronger consumer intent, and omnichannel execution as retailers face both opportunity and uncertainty.
Meta Opens Flagship VR & Wearables Store in Los Angeles
Meta Platforms unveils a flagship Los Angeles store to boost VR and wearable device sales, anchoring its omnichannel retail strategy.
Retail Robots Rise: Automation Gains Ground Behind the Scenes
Retailers quietly adopt automation—robots, AI, and predictive systems—to optimize operations from warehouse to storefront in the omnichannel age.