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Oodie fined $100,000 for failing to put warning labels on kids products

Inside Retail

The supplier of loungewear brand The Oodie has been fined $101,280 for failure to include high fire danger warning labels to its kids products. The Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC) has issued Davie Clothing with six infringement notices related to its Kids Beach Oodie range. The company supplied six designs without the fire label fixed to the garment or displayed on its website, as required by the safety standard.

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H Mart Upgrades Ecommerce CX with Real-Time Inventory Availability

Retail TouchPoints

Asian-American supermarket chain H Mart has migrated from a legacy commerce platform to VTEX , an upgrade that allows the retailer to leverage store inventory to provide online shoppers with real-time product availability. Additionally, H Mart customers can now order both shelf-stable and fresh products in the same cart. The composable VTEX platform also includes a pick-and-pack app for use in the retailer’s 90 stores, enabling more seamless in-store picking of online orders.

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OpenAI Whistleblowers Warn of AI’s Risk to Humanity

Retail Wire

In a major turn of events, OpenAI whistleblowers are alleging the company illegally prevented employees from alerting government regulators about the potential risks posed by its technology to all people of the world. As a result, they have decided to file a complaint with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in order to change things.

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Mango celebrates strongest ever first half as sales hit £1.3bn

Retail Gazette

Mango recorded its strongest-ever first half sales this year, pulling in £1.3bn (€1.54bn). The Spanish fashion giant reported revenues were 6.3% higher in the first six months of 2024 compared to last year, despite the business facing climate, inflationary and geopolitical pressures. Mango attributed its performance to the positive reception of its collections and value proposition, having launched various new capsule collections during the period, such as its collaboration with Victoria Beckham

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NEWS: SML RFID Delivers 98% Inventory Accuracy to Gina Tricot

I’m getting in touch with the news that fashion retailer, Gina Trictot, has achieved 98% inventory accuracy thanks to its partnership with SML RFID. Please see the full press release below, including exclusive quotes.

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Behind Booktopia’s demise and what it says about the future of indie bookstores

Inside Retail

The collapse of Australian online book retailer Booktopia has not come as a shock but rather a reminder that retailers, especially in publishing need to maintain a competitive edge. The compounding reasons that led to the voluntary administration have been cited as a slowdown in book sales, reduced discretionary spending and overspending on a distribution centre.

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Walmart Canada Debuts No-Emissions Hydrogen Fuel Cell Trucks

Retail TouchPoints

Walmart Canada has taken another step on its journey toward operating a 100% alternatively powered truck fleet with the introduction of a hydrogen fuel cell-powered electric semi-truck. The Nikola Hydrogen Fuel Cell EV Class 8 tractor, which is already on the roads in Mississauga, Ontario, has a range of approximately 800 kilometers (just under 500 miles) and, on average, can avoid 97 metric tons of CO2 tailpipe emissions annually, according to the manufacturer.

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Creative Retail Awards Finalises Shortlist for 2024

Retail Focus

At a crucial time for the industry, The Creative Retail Awards is the ultimate celebration of innovation and excellence in retail, leisure and hospitality design. It allows retailers and creatives from around the world to compete for glory in a range of categories, culminating in a glittering awards presentation in London, a global hub for the creative industries.

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Universal Store Holdings forecasts annual sales to rise 9.7 per cent

Inside Retail

Universal Store Holdings expects higher sales for the fiscal year ending June 30, thanks to improved performance in the majority of its segments. The fashion retailer – which sells more than 100 ‘trend-led’ apparel, footwear and accessories brands including Champion, Perfect Stranger, Tommy Jeans, Thrills, and Wrangler – forecasts annual group sales to rise 9.7 per cent from last year to $288.5 million.

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GlassesUSA.com Leverages AI to Bring Online Eyewear Recommendations into Focus

Retail TouchPoints

GlassesUSA.com has long deployed a range of technologies, including computer vision and AR try-on technology, to streamline product discovery and provide better recommendations. Now the retailer has added its proprietary AI engine to facilitate online eyewear purchases with the “Pairfect Match AI” solution, which helps customers find frames suited to their unique facial structure and draws on the retailer’s stock of more than 10,000 frame styles.

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Amazon’s Rufus Shopping Chat Assistant Goes Live for Consumers

Retail Wire

Rufus, Amazon's new generative AI-powered shopping assistant, is now available to all U.S. customers through the Amazon Shopping app. The goal of Rufus is to help users make informed purchase decisions by answering a wide range of shopping questions and providing product recommendations based on details from listings and customer reviews.

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eCommerce in 2025: How Customer Experience Drives Online Retail Success

Speaker: Jennifer Wright and Nick Barron

2025 is right around the corner, and with it comes a new wave of consumer expectations, competitive pressures, and operational challenges. Success lies in finding the balance between operational flexibility and creating experiences that keep customers coming back. The future of retail belongs to those who can stay ahead of shifting customer preferences and marketing trends. 🔮 In this session, we’ll dive deep into what it takes to keep customers engaged and your operations nimble, no matt

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Swedish sports safety pioneers, POC, launches online flagship store to drive global DTC, in partnership with Centra

Retail Focus

POC , the Swedish manufacturer of helmets, protection, eyewear and apparel for cycling and skiing, has launched its flagship direct-to-consumer (DTC) online store, fully localised to sell in 35 global markets, in partnership with Centra , the specialist fashion and lifestyle ecommerce platform. Founded in Sweden in 2004, POC is a manufacturer of helmets, eyewear, protection and apparel in snow sports and cycling.

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Crocs and Mosaic Brands settle lawsuit over copyright allegation

Inside Retail

Crocs and Mosaic Brands have settled their lawsuit after the former alleged that several moulded foam shoes of Mosaic violated its intellectual property. Crocs filed the case in late 2021 after discovering Mosaic was selling footwear that was similar to its Classic Clog shoes. The company said it has been selling the Classic Clog in more than 85 countries and owns trademark registrations covering the iconic shape and design in over 30 countries, including Australia.

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Fender Strikes the Right Note with Digital Identification Support for Customer-First Marketing

Retail TouchPoints

Over the course of its 80-year history, Fender has acquired “legendary” status. The guitar maker has become a household name and built a loyal, passionate fan base along the way. But with such an expansive reach — one that extends across its branded channels as well as a robust network of national, regional and local retailers — Fender has sought better ways to understand the behaviors of these consumers and engage with them in more intentional and relevant ways.

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Hugo Boss Stock Drops 10% on Lowered 2024 Outlook Due to China Demand

Retail Wire

Hugo Boss saw its shares drop as much as 10% following a downward spiral in its sales forecast. This highlights ongoing challenges in the luxury fashion industry.

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How to Maximize Amazon Sales and Crush the Competition

With over 9 million sellers on Amazon, online marketplaces are more crowded than ever. Whether you’re looking to fine-tune prices in real-time or align strategies across channels, this guide provides the tools to understand how to maximize sales and secure a lasting competitive edge. Download now to transform your pricing strategy and drive holiday success.

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The Perfume Shop improves customer journeys while driving profitability in partnership with Scurri

Retail Focus

Specialist fragrance retailer, The Perfume Shop (TPS), has seen “out on time” shipment rates across the UK and Ireland hit 99.2% and has also implemented “ship from store” following the appointment of Scurri as its delivery management partner. Highly regarded as a market leader of omnichannel retail, TPS is the UK’s largest specialist fragrance retailer with 209 stores in UK&I as well as an industry-leading ecommerce offering.

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Essilor Luxottica to buy Supreme for $2.2 billion

Inside Retail

European eyewear giant EssilorLuxottica has purchased the streetwear brand Supreme from VF Corporation (VFC) for US$1.5 billion (A$2.2 billion). Originally acquired by the company for $2.1 billion in 2020, according to The Business of Fashion VFC will offload Supreme at a significant discount due to declining sales and interest in streetwear. The brand generated revenues of $523.1 million last year, down from $561.5 million in 2022.

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Whole Foods Expands Food Waste Reduction Efforts with New App Integration

Retail TouchPoints

Whole Foods Market has announced a nationwide partnership with Too Good To Go , a marketplace dedicated to finding distribution channels for surplus food. Whole Foods customers can now purchase “surprise bags” of surplus food items from more than 450 stores across the U.S. through the Too Good to Go app. The partnership will help Whole Foods reach its goal of cutting food waste in half by 2030.

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Delta, United, & American Airlines Flights Grounded Due to Worldwide Communication Outage

Retail Wire

Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, and American Airlines flights nationwide were grounded this morning due to a communication outage.

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Pricing for Profit: How to Set, Negotiate, and Succeed

Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader

In today’s competitive market, pricing is more than just a number — it’s the cornerstone of profitability. The right pricing strategy ensures that you capture the true value of your offering, paving the way for sustainable growth and long-term success. Join Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader, in this exclusive session where he will explore how a well-crafted pricing approach balances customer perception with business objectives, creating a powerful tool for securing both competitive advantage a

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Personalised, product-specific promotions are twice as likely to convert UK shoppers compared to general sale discounts

Retail Focus

While discount codes top UK consumers preferred promotions, offers that are personalised and tailored to a specific product a consumer has viewed are almost twice as likely to prompt a sale compared to general ‘range-wide’ discounts, according to the latest data from Wunderkind , based on a survey of over 1,500 shoppers. Original research by AI-driven performance marketing solution Wunderkind, published in its 2024 Consumer Insights Report , revealed that demand for personalised promotions remai

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Leica opens its largest store globally in Melbourne CBD

Inside Retail

Luxury camera and lens brand Leica has opened its largest store anywhere in the world, in Melbourne’s CBD. The four-storey store at 267 Lt Collins Street is Leica’s third shop in Australia and its 29th gallery globally. It features a retail shop and full cafe on the first level and a photographic gallery on the second. A mezzanine photographic gallery currently showcases ‘Colours of Antarctica’ shots by Leica ambassador Stuart Robertson.

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Coach Deploys Digital Gamification to Promote ‘Find Your Courage’ Campaign

Retail TouchPoints

Coach has partnered with metaverse platforms Roblox and Zepeto to support its Spring 2024 collection’s campaign theme, “Find Your Courage.” The luxury brand will offer items to help users playing the competitive Roblox fashion games Fashion Famous 2 and Fashion Klossette and in the Zepeto social avatar app. The campaign follows virtual human Imma’s journey of self-discovery toward finding the courage to be real.

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China Declares Plans To Focus on Domestic Economy

Retail Wire

In response to rising geopolitical trade tensions, Chinese officials have emphasized focusing on internal economic stability and development.

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A Blueprint for B2B Commerce

In the B2B space, digital expectations are higher than ever. Consumer platforms have made online experiences incredibly user-friendly and efficient, adding pressure for businesses to follow suit to meet the expectations of the modern B2B buyer. Take inspiration from B2C commerce strategies and adapt them for B2B digital interactions. Learn to create engaging and well-crafted consumer shopping experiences with insights and tools from Orium’s report, A Blueprint to B2B Commerce.

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Co-op launches brand campaign to ‘re-introduce core values’

Retail Gazette

Co-op has launched one of its biggest ever brand campaigns to encourage the UK to turn into a nation of co-operators. The ‘Owned by You. Right By You’ campaign highlights the social and financial benefits of a co-operative business model, and comes as a new survey by the retailer found that more than 50% of consumers don’t understand what it means when a business is a co-operative or a mutual.

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Perth Airport seeks retailers for 32 tenancies in expansion plan

Inside Retail

Perth Airport is looking for retail tenants for 32 new sites across all terminals as part of a multi-billion-dollar expansion project. The expansion and refurbishment project will deliver new terminal facilities, a new parallel runway, two new multi-storey car parks and an airport hotel over the next decade. Existing terminals and their retail precincts will also undergo upgrades to meet growing passenger numbers.

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Pacsun Taps Pinterest to Drive Home Fall Campaign: ‘Better in Baggy’

Retail TouchPoints

This fall, things are going to get baggy, at least according to Pacsun and its consumer community, The Pacsun Collective. The retailer’s back-to-school campaign centers on the theme “Better in Baggy,” and features models from the Collective as well as a number of interactive initiatives with Pinterest. To showcase the campaign, Pacsun is working with Pinterest to create interactive store window displays, event collaborations and digital marketing initiatives aimed at leveraging Pinterest’s visua

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Social Security For Senior Citizens Faces Challenges

Retail Wire

Social Security is crucial for many seniors, with 60% relying on it as a major income source according to a Gallup poll. The annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) based on inflation is vital for these beneficiaries. Analysts predict a 2.63% COLA for next year, lower than the current 3.2% but still good news as it could preserve more buying power amid lower inflation.

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Loyalty 101: How To Turn Browsers Into Buyers For Lasting Engagement

Speaker: Shaunna Bruton, Danielle Wyllie, and Kailey Holmes

Say goodbye to one-size-fits-all retail, and say hello to experiences that keep your customers coming back for more! Customer loyalty isn’t just earned - it’s cultivated through meaningful engagement with the help of data. This webinar will take you behind the scenes of how top retailers turn customer data into personalized experiences that drive engagement and retention.

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Tapi Carpets edges closer to deal to snap up Carpetright

Retail Gazette

Carpetright’s largest competitor Tapi Carpets is moving closer to a deal to snap up its rival, potentially saving hundreds of stores and jobs. More to follow… Related Story As Carpetright puts administrators on standby, what went wrong?

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US investment firm takes majority stake in Coco & Eve 

Inside Retail

Texas-based private equity firm Gauge Capital has acquired a majority stake in beauty brand Coco & Eve for more than $100 million. Founded in 2018 by Emily Hamilton and her husband Alexander Ostrowski, Coco & Eve offers a range of hair, self-tan and body care products. The company sources ingredients from Bali, Indonesia and claims to be 100 per cent clean and cruelty-free.

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Advanced Brand Tracking Ramps Up Data-Driven Marketing for M.M.LaFleur

Retail TouchPoints

As a female-founded womenswear brand, M.M.LaFleur knew its target audience was changing. Following COVID lockdowns and the massive shift toward remote and hybrid work scenarios, the brand’s founder and leadership team realized they had to evolve its product set and marketing positioning in order to maintain relevance. Sarah LaFleur started the brand in 2013 to provide functional, comfortable yet stylish workwear for the modern woman.

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Google is Rumored to Acquire Wiz

Retail Wire

One of the most dominant tech companies in the world, Google is continuing to make moves in order to continue its influence as well as its nearly unbeatable value. Currently, Google is reportedly in advanced talks to acquire a cybersecurity startup firm named Wiz for approximately $23 billion. If this deal does indeed come to fruition, this would be Google's largest-ever acquisition so far.

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Innovation Fest: Summer of AI

Join Bloomreach at Innovation Fest: Summer 2024, a virtual event, to explore the future of personalized marketing and merchandising! Along with the company’s top product experts, CEO Raj De Datta will provide an exclusive look at the company’s latest AI innovations reshaping the omnichannel experience. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to connect with fellow industry leaders and explore the latest trends in retail technology.