365 Retail

APRIL 8, 2025

The issue of fake profiles and bot activities on niche dating apps has become increasingly sophisticated and widespread. Recent statistics highlight the rapid growth of bot attacks and their profound impact on users trust and safety. Alarming Statistics and Escalating Bot Attacks A report by Arkose Labs revealed a 2087% increase in bot-related attacks targeting dating platforms between January 2023 and January 2024.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 8, 2025

Sales volumes and consumer sentiment towards the collapsed fashion chain Jeanswest have encouraged the administrators as they look to the brand morphing into a pure-play online retailer. Weve seen huge spikes in foot traffic and online sales, which has been the best possible result as we get the business ready to be restructured as an online operation, said Lindsay Bainbridge, one of the three administrators appointed by Jeanswests parent company last month.

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Retail Focus

APRIL 8, 2025

Mobile applications have evolved from optional niceties to essential tools for industry. Whether you are an individual retailer or a multinational concern, a hospital or a theme park, app technology has ushered in a new era of customer service in our digital age. No traditional retail sector has been overlooked; in this period of print and online simultaneity, all businesses with aspirations toward a larger scale have had their horizons widened by technology.

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Retail Gazette

APRIL 8, 2025

Superdrug is introducing around 500 digital screens across its UK store estate as part of its ongoing strategy to modernise its physical retail offering and deliver tailored content to customers in real time. The health and beauty retailer said the high-tech screens will help transform its stores into dynamic advertising platforms, allowing suppliers to target the right customer, with the right advert, at the right time.

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Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar

Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 8, 2025

Australian coffee roaster and cafe, The Reformatory Labs, has opened its first international location in Dubais W Residences. Founded by fourth-generation Colombian coffee farmer Simon Jaramillo, The Reformatory Labs opened its first store in Sydney in 2013 and sources specialty coffees from Latin America, Africa and Panama. The Arada real estate firm was part of the organisations UAE launch and has plans to open 10 more stores across Dubai, Sharjah and Abu Dhabi by the end of 2027.

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365 Retail

APRIL 8, 2025

Silverburn, one of Glasgows main retail and leisure destinations, has strengthened its streetwear offering with the arrival of urban fashion brand Bee Inspired. The new store marks another step in the centres ongoing expansion of trend-focused fashion options. The outlet features a selection of Bee Inspireds menswear and accessories, highlighting collections known for their contemporary designs and premium fabrics.

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Retail Wire

APRIL 8, 2025

JCPenney has announced that it is closing eight of its stores by mid-2025.

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365 Retail

APRIL 8, 2025

The House of Creed has reopened its Regent Street flagship boutique, marking a significant enhancement to its presence in London. The newly redesigned store, the brands largest in the capital, is situated within the Grade II listed 1920s Quadrant Arcade. The two-storey space now features the full range of The House of Creed offerings, including signature fragrances, along with body care and home products.

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Retail Wire

APRIL 8, 2025

Target features a fun throwback song as the cornerstone of its spring campaign.

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AI agents already analyze trends, draft content, and trigger actions across leading commerce platforms. Yet most organizations still rely on workflows built for human‑only teams, losing speed, margin, and customer loyalty. Humans + Agents: Rethinking Enterprise Commerce in the Age of AI Collaboration shows how to close that gap. In one concise read you’ll see where agent gains surface first, how early adopters prove ROI, and which lean controls keep innovation moving without risking data or bran

365 Retail

APRIL 8, 2025

The lines between entertainment platforms and online retail are blurring. As retailers compete for consumer attention in an increasingly digital world, many are borrowing tried-and-tested design strategies from industries that thrive on user engagement. Online casinos, in particular, have mastered the art of keeping users active, excited, and returning for more.

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Retail Wire

APRIL 8, 2025

Reese's fans were frustrated that the brand's PB&J Sandwich Kits sold out so quickly.

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365 Retail

APRIL 8, 2025

Retail has changed dramatically in the past decade, but one things clear: consumers expect more. Traditional personalisation is no longer enough. Shoppers now want hyper-individualised experiences that anticipate their needs, preferences, and timing. Predictive AI makes this possible, shifting the focus from mass personalisation to precision engagement and setting a new standard for modern retail.

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Retail Wire

APRIL 8, 2025

Walgreens delivered a relatively positive Q2 2025 earnings report.

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Category Management is a cornerstone of a successful retail strategy. While it promotes collaboration between manufacturers and retailers to optimize category performance, challenges persist in its effective implementation due to hurdles in communication and collaboration across teams and partners, and more. In this guide, we outline five essential strategies for success in 2025 that will touch on all the essential pieces of a successful strategy and implementation.

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365 Retail

APRIL 8, 2025

In an era where customers have endless options at their fingertips, retaining them is more challenging than ever. Traditional loyalty programspoint systems, tiered rewards, and basic discountsare no longer enough to keep shoppers engaged. Consumers now expect personalised experiences, gamification, and real value in exchange for their loyalty. As we move through 2025, retailers must rethink their strategies and implement innovative approaches to ensure customers keep coming back.

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Retail Wire

APRIL 8, 2025

GapStudio blends expert tailoring with the classic American style the line is known for.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 8, 2025

In a rush to create a shopping environment that wows customers and entices them to spend, many retailers overlook the payment process’s impact on the overall customer experience. Many businesses spend a lot of time trying to nail their in-store experience and leave the payment touch as an afterthought, warns Andrew Thornton, retail industry lead at Tyro Payments.

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365 Retail

APRIL 8, 2025

The retail landscape has changed dramatically in recent years, especially with the rapid growth of virtual retail. As more and more consumers turn to online shopping, virtual retailers are increasingly relying on cutting-edge technologies to enhance the customer experience, build loyalty, and stay competitive. In an era of convenience, speed, and personalised services, these technologies are transforming how customers engage with brands, leading to more streamlined and satisfying shopping experi

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Late deliveries. Split shipments. Spiraling freight costs. For home, furniture, and DIY brands, fulfillment has never been more complex—or more critical. This report outlines how a smarter, AI-ready order management system (OMS) helps you reduce shipping costs, streamline project-based fulfillment, and ensure accurate inventory across every channel.

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Retail Wire

APRIL 8, 2025

Walmart+ Week will run from April 28 through May 4.

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365 Retail

APRIL 8, 2025

Some of the worlds most successful entrepreneurs are known for being school dropouts. Richard Branson, Bill Gates, Steve Jobs, and Michael Dell, to name a few. These are all real-life examples of why you dont need a degree to build a thriving business. While education is important, entrepreneurial success often depends on life experience, soft skills, character, and mindset.

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Retail Wire

APRIL 8, 2025

Big Lots is relaunching under new ownership.

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Retail Times

APRIL 8, 2025

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Tambia, the single origin, speciality coffee from Colombia is launching a new look and feel this month as it evolves its original craft paper bagsto an elegant andfully recyclable pack. A new recyclable & colourful packaging Each coffee bag has adeep navy-blue background with the gold logo, a radiant sun encircling a coffee bean, paying […] If

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Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.

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Retail Dive

APRIL 8, 2025

CEO Kecia Steelman didn’t comment on plans for next year, but said the break in 2025 is geared at investing in the current 610 locations.

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365 Retail

APRIL 8, 2025

Eldon Square in Newcastle has announced that Oliver Bonas will open a new store this summer, marking the lifestyle brands largest site in the North East. The 2,809 sq ft unit, located in St Andrews Way, is set to offer a comprehensive range of fashion, homeware, and gifts. The upcoming store will showcase Oliver Bonas distinctive aesthetic, including bold prints, bright colours, and contemporary designs.

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Retail Times

APRIL 8, 2025

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Iceland Foods and Mumsnet have partnered to create a new range of quality meals designed to provide healthy choices for families at affordable prices. The new Little Explorer ready meals have been taste-tested by the team at Alder Hey Childrens Hospital and the charitys child ambassadors, who gave their stamp of approval for flavour, quality, […] I

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Retail Wire

APRIL 8, 2025

The company is issuing a sausage recall for its cheddar brats.

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Retail Times

APRIL 8, 2025

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Vitabiotics, the UKs No.1 vitamin company, has expanded its Wellwoman range with the launch of Wellwoman Perimenopause. Wellwoman is the UKs No 1 womens supplement brand and the pioneering, original supplement especially made for women.

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Retail Gazette

APRIL 8, 2025

Sainsburys has launched a new partnership with Royal Mail to install parcel lockers at stores across the UK, becoming the first major supermarket to join Royal Mails growing network of drop-off and collection points. Royal Mail , which launched its locker network in December, currently has units installed at six Sainsburys locations, with further expansion planned.

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Retail Times

APRIL 8, 2025

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The UKs biggest retailers are failing to make their websites accessible, with a new report showing that shopping sites remain among the worst-performing for digital inclusion. The 2025 WebAIM Million Report, which assesses the accessibility of the worlds top one million websites, found that online shopping platforms had an average of 71.2 accessibility e

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