Digital sports platform Fanatics is moving into the physical world in a big way with its first Fanatics Fest NYC, to be held at the Javits Center Aug. 16-18, 2024. In addition to appearances by sports legends like Peyton and Eli Manning, Derek Jeter, Hulk Hogan and WNBA superstar Sabrina Ionescu, the three-day event will…
Pet Valu will deploy solutions from Relex to enhance pricing and promotions planning processes in its 780+ retail locations across Canada as well as its digital channels. Pet Valu’s implementation partner Logic will provide program management, change management and data integration services. “As we commence the transformation of our merchandising systems, we believe there is…
As part of an agreement with activist investor Arkhouse Management, Macy’s Inc. has named Arkhouse candidates, Richard (Ric) Clark and Richard (Rick) L. Markee, as independent members of its board of directors. Arkhouse has withdrawn its other director nominations as part of the deal, and Clark and Markee will join the board’s finance committee, which…
Asian fast-casual restaurant chain Wow Bao is continuing its Web3 push with a new Roblox experience that is integrated with its Hot Buns Club rewards program. Since launching in 2003 in Chicago, Wow Bao has expanded to nearly 700 locations across the U.S. as well as to 6,000 grocery stores, and now Roblox. Roblox players…
Ebay has launched Shop the Look, a new AI-powered curation tool for fashion shoppers. U.S. and UK shoppers using iOS devices who have viewed at least 10 fashion items in the past 180 days will now find the feature both on the Ebay homepage and the fashion landing page. A version for Android will arrive…
Businesses across the spectrum have benefited hugely from the rise of the “surveillance economy” — the business of gathering and using data about consumer behavior for profit — but the impact to consumers is much less straightforward. Yes, consumers now have access to never-before-seen levels of personal technology and convenience, but the idiom “there’s no…
Shopify is partnering with Mana Up, an accelerator and venture fund for Hawaii-based products, on an immersive market concept designed to spotlight emerging brands from “the Aloha state.” Aloha Market will run April 26 to 28, 2024, at Shopify’s NYC activation space in SoHo, and will feature unique products from more than 40 Hawaii creators…
MGA Entertainment, the company behind L.O.L. Surprise!, Little Tikes, MGA’s Miniverse and other beloved toy brands, has launched its own direct-to-consumer (DTC) site and rewards program to get closer to its customers. Although MGA products will still be available through major retailers, the new shopping destination, aptly named The MGA Shop, is designed to provide…
Best Buy is expanding its partnership with Google Cloud to leverage generative AI technology for new customer service tools. The retailer also is working with Google Cloud and Accenture to develop new AI-powered tools for its frontline associates. As early as late summer, Best Buy customers in the U.S. will be able to connect with…
A new floral-themed streetcar has hit the streets of Toronto touting the offerings of online fashion retailer Shein as it travels around the city. The streetcar, which is embellished with cherry blossoms and Shein branding, will be in operation until May 10, 2024, serving as what the company described as “a moving billboard” designed to…
