Retail Technology News: October updateHere are some of the most noteworthy and innovative technology stories as reported by Chain Store Age in October, starting with the most recent. Deliver America: AI is key to logistics – but do it rightArtificial intelligence was the dominant topic at the recent Deliver America 2025 conference in Las Vegas, but not as a cure-all. Instacart extends holiday discount event to a full month Instacart will begin offering its 2025 holiday deals before Thanksgiving. Amazon to integrate next-gen Alexa model into BMW cars BMW drivers will soon have access to the latest iteration of Amazon’s Alexa artificial intelligence voice assistant. Leading consumer delivery issues include… Post-purchase consumer uncertainty and anxiety is a common problem with some key drivers. Amazon expands audio ad partnership with iHeartMedia Advertisers in the Amazon retail media network now have access to the audio portfolio of a major music streaming platform. Wakefern Food Corp. provides agentic AI support to fresh buyers The nation’s largest retailer-owned cooperative is assisting its fresh product buyers with leading-edge artificial intelligence technology. New app streamlines returns and refund tracking for consumers An app known as "Refundly" tracks and manages online returns and refunds across all U.S. retailers. Best Buy opens first-ever in-store Ikea shops in select locations Ikea is moving into select Best Buy stores in Texas and Florida. IHL Group: Retailers see this technology as key to inventory accuracy Retailers report an inventory accuracy problem, but have identified a primary solution. First Previous 94 95 96 97 98 Next Last
