Technology

Explore how emerging technologies—from AI and big data to fintech and smart retail tools—are redefining global commerce. Doing Business in Bentonville delivers expert insights into innovations like electronic shelf labels, conversational AI, 3D printing, and dynamic personalization that are reshaping how retailers connect with consumers, optimize operations, and stay competitive in a digital-first economy.

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Skai and Kevel Partner to Expand Retail Media Access

Skai and Kevel's new partnership streamlines omnichannel retail media campaigns, giving advertisers unified access to emerging and established networks.

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January 23, 2026

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TikTok US Operations Transition to Majority‑American Joint Venture

TikTok avoids a nationwide ban as its U.S. business shifts to a majority‑American joint venture led by CEO Adam Presser, with enhanced national security safeguards.

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January 23, 2026

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Marketing

Hibbett and DoorDash Revolutionize On Demand Footwear Delivery in USA

Hibbett Sporting Goods has partnered with DoorDash to offer on-demand delivery of footwear, apparel, and accessories across the United States, enhancing convenience for customers and strengthening omnichannel retail experiences.

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January 23, 2026

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Supply Chain

How National 3PLs Power Omnichannel Fulfillment Success

National 3PLs are helping brands meet rising delivery demands by unifying inventory, ensuring retail compliance, and streamlining omnichannel fulfillment.

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January 23, 2026

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Tesla’s Optimus Robots Set for Consumer Sales by 2027

Elon Musk says Tesla’s humanoid Optimus robots could begin selling to the public by the end of 2027 as development accelerates toward broader functionality.

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January 23, 2026

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Agentic Commerce Dominates NRF 2026 Conversations: AI Takes Center Stage

At NRF 2026, agentic commerce — AI that acts autonomously on behalf of consumers and retailers — became the defining trend, shifting the focus from assistive AI to systems that execute decisions and transactions.

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January 22, 2026

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Danone Invests $4 Million to Expand Texas Yogurt Plant Amid Surging Demand

Danone is spending $4 million to expand its Fort Worth, Texas yogurt plant to boost production capacity and meet rising demand for protein‑rich yogurt products in the U.S.

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January 22, 2026

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Supply Chain

Major Factory Construction Projects to Watch in 2026 as Manufacturing Investment Ramps Up

A wave of major factory projects — from semiconductor fabs to automotive and pharmaceutical plants — is advancing in 2026, underscoring renewed industrial investment in U.S. manufacturing.

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January 22, 2026

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Why Shoppers Are Pulling Back From E‑Commerce And What It Means for Retail

Shoppers are moderating e‑commerce spending as budget pressures and omnichannel preferences grow, prompting retailers to rethink digital strategies.

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January 22, 2026

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OpenAI Targets 2026 for First Physical AI Device Release

OpenAI is planning to launch its first physical AI device in late 2026, potentially a screenless, pocketable product that extends its AI expertise into consumer hardware.

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January 22, 2026

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Meijer Expands Healthcare Services With WellSync Telehealth Partnership

Meijer teams up with WellSync to offer affordable $29.99 telehealth visits for common health needs via its website and pharmacy app.

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January 21, 2026

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Marketing

Tote.ai Secures $22.6M to Transform Convenience Retail with AI-Powered POS

Tote.ai raises $22.6 million to replace outdated POS systems in convenience retail with a unified AI-native platform, enhancing real-time operations, payments, and customer engagement.

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January 21, 2026

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Supply Chain

GameStop to Shutter 470 Stores Nationwide by End of January

GameStop will close 470 U.S. stores by the end of January, impacting major states including New York, California, and Texas.

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January 21, 2026

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Chinese Tech Giants Push Era of Agentic Commerce

Chinese tech giants like Alibaba and ByteDance are driving “agentic commerce,” where AI agents autonomously manage shopping and payments, signaling a major shift in digital retail.

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January 21, 2026

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