Why retailers are putting next-gen AI in the palm of the worker’s handRetailers are increasing the versatility and efficiency of their employees by equipping them with mobile artificial intelligence. 7-Eleven breach exposes franchisee application dataA convenience store giant is disclosing a third-party data breach that occurred in April 2026. 7-Eleven to close 600-plus stores in U.S., Canada and Mexico 7-Eleven is downsizing its footprint in North America. 7-Eleven Philippines to streamline store operations 7-Eleven Philippines is upgrading its store technology environment with an eye toward its shoppers. EXCLUSIVE Q&A: 7-Eleven streamlines store hiring 7-Eleven unifies frontline hiring across two store banners. 7-Eleven, Ace Hardware, Rainbow Shops streamline frontline workflows Several major retailers are enhancing their management of frontline operations using technology from Workday. C-Suite Moves: December update Here are the major C-suite changes that occurred in December, in the order they were announced. (All changes have already taken effect unless otherwise noted.) Longtime CEO of 7-Eleven to retire; interim chiefs named The hunt is on for a new chief executive at a convenience store giant. 7-Eleven provides real-time mobile alcohol cashback offers 7-Eleven is expanding a program to deliver state-specific, real-time offers on beer, wine, and spirits directly to consumers’ mobile devices. Retail Technology News: October update Here are some of the most noteworthy and innovative technology stories as reported by Chain Store Age in October, starting with the most recent. 1 2 3 4 5 Next Last