Retail media has become one of the fastest-growing segments of digital advertising, giving retailers a valuable way to monetize their first-party data. For years, retail media networks (RMNs) have focused on high-margin, lower-funnel ad placements across their owned-and-operated (O&O) websites and apps. However, as that inventory reaches saturation, the next phase of growth is happening…

There's a reason artificial intelligence is increasingly common — it simplifies processes, improves performance, creates growth opportunities, and drives results. Agentic AI is the next wave of technology innovation that’s sweeping across a variety of industries, including retail. From use as sales agents to personalized shopping assistants to automated checkout, agentic AI is redefining the…

Adidas has disclosed it's been hit by a cyber attack in which customers' personal information has been stolen, reports BBC. The sportswear giant said criminals had obtained "certain consumer data" which "mainly consists" of the contact information of people who had been in touch with its help desk. Adidas said passwords and credit card and…

Organized retail crime (ORC) is no longer just a loss prevention issue — it’s a multibillion-dollar crisis affecting consumers, communities, and entire retail organizations. ORC poses a severe financial burden on businesses, directly affecting profitability and operational efficiency. During earnings calls, major retailers such as Target, Walgreens, and Walmart have openly cited ORC as a…

Escalating trade conflicts, labor shortages, bad weather events, and shifting regulations are putting increased pressure on retail supply chains, especially logistics operations. Uncertainty is inevitable in this industry. For brands that aren’t prepared, it can mean missed deliveries, lost revenue, and frustrated customers. However, for brands that rethink their logistics strategy, these challenges become opportunities…