TECHNOLOGY

White Castle expands Uber delivery partnership with robots
A legendary fast-food hamburger chain is launching autonomous deliveries via Uber Eats starting in Chicago.
Why omnichannel, personalized shopping is essential for today’s retailers
Retail is more competitive than ever, and the brands pulling ahead are the ones delivering consistent, personalized experiences across every channel.

Chipotle teams with Snapchat on augmented reality guacamole promotion

Chipotle Mexican Grill is integrating real avocados into a new campaign featuring Snapchat augmented reality filters.
Carvana to add reconditioning capabilities at Seattle site

An omnichannel platform for buying and selling used cars is expanding production capacity and inventory in Seattle.
Panda Express debuts Fortnite, Roblox cutscenes ahead of fan-favorite menu item return

A leading Asian quick-serve chain is launching activations in two popular Gen Z-focused online games to celebrate the return of a favorite menu item.
Walmart taps Instacart exec to head up AI efforts; rolling out AI ‘super agents’

Walmart is accelerating its artificial intelligence adoption with a key hire and a new framework for AI made up of “super agents” designed to improve the shopping experience for customers and streamline operations.
Amazon acquiring maker of wearable wrist device that records what it hears

Amazon is expanding in the AI-powered wearable devices space.
Brookshire Brothers looks to transform promotion management

Brookshire Brothers is implementing a solution designed to streamline promotional planning, enhance collaboration and maximize return on investment.
Albertsons names new retail media head

A major grocery company has tapped a new leader for its retail media wing.
Study: In-store robots can drive return visits by improving shelf execution

Problems with shelf execution in grocery stores is turning off shoppers.