EXCLUSIVE: Consumer comfort, interest in AI shopping assistants growsNew survey findings exclusively released to Chain Store Age indicate most U.S. consumers have used an artificial intelligence shopping assistant. Mid-year review – Three big retail tech trends in 2025 to dateNow that 2025 is at the halfway mark, it’s time to look at the technology trends that have been shaking up the industry since New Year’s Day. Check your sources this back-to-school season As parents search for the perfect pens or trendy new backpacks, they have more choices than ever before — and not just about which products to buy. Sam’s Club's new AI tool enables omnichannel ad measurement for brand partners Sam’s Club has a new, artificial intelligence-based tool for participants in its retail media network to track ad performance. Uber rolls out robotic sidewalk delivery in Atlanta Uber is expanding the reach of a partnership with a provider of delivery robots that traverse sidewalks. Subway ‘Happy Gilmore 2’ promo includes immersive mobile experience Subway is including digital and metaverse features in its promotional partnership with Netflix and the sequel to a popular Adam Sandler comedy. Panera Bread creates transformation & strategy office, taps outside leader Fast-casual chain Panera Bread has created a new office focused on driving growth. DoorDash launches drone delivery in Dallas-Fort Worth with new partner DoorDash is expanding both the reach of its drone delivery offering and the range of drone technology providers it collaborates with. Walmart testing ‘dark stores’ to fill online orders, according to report Walmart Inc. is reportedly testing a strategy currently in use by Amazon to help deliver products ordered online more quickly. Chain Store Age unveils 2025 Retail’s Top Women Awards honorees Chain Store Age celebrated 20 outstanding female executives at its 2025 Retail’s Top Women Awards presentation, which was held virtually on June 25. First Previous 115 116 117 118 119 Next Last
