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Uniqlo is bringing back its UNtrash It clothing recycling program this Earth Month.

Uniqlo Brings Back ‘UNtrash It’ Apparel Recycling Program for Earth Month

This Earth Month, Uniqlo is bringing back its “UNtrash It” initiative to keep unwanted clothing out of landfills.…

News March 24
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Gap is launching checkout on Google Gemini and new agentic fit guidance.

Gap Dives into AI Commerce with Checkout on Google Gemini and New Fit Guidance Tech

Gap Inc. brands, including Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta, will soon be shoppable via Google Gemini through adoption…

News March 24
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Dollar General has named a new CEO to takeover in 2027.

Dollar General Names Ahold Delhaize Veteran to Succeed Todd Vasos as CEO

Dollar General has appointed Jerry “JJ” Fleeman Jr. to succeed Todd Vasos as CEO, effective Jan. 1, 2027.…

News March 24
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Costco to Open Standalone Gas Stations in California and Hawaii

Costco will open a 40-pump, 17,000-square-foot gas station in Mission Viejo, Calif. in June, according to USA Today…

News March 23
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David Simon, the leader of Simon Property Group, has passed away at the age of 64.

Simon Property Group Founder and Chairman Passes Away, Son Eli Simon Appointed as CEO

David Simon, Chairman of the Board, CEO and President of retail real estate juggernaut Simon Property Group, has…

News March 23
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Betsey Johnson is returning to brick and mortar with a new pop-up hosted by Shopify.

Betsey Johnson Returns to Brick-and-Mortar with NYC Pop-Up Hosted by Shopify

It’s been a while since shoppers could visit the colorful, boisterous world of Y2K style icon Betsey Johnson in person,…

News March 23
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Puma to Debut AI-Powered Interactive In-Store Concierge

This spring at its flagship store in Las Vegas, Puma will introduce AI Store Concierge, a multilingual AI-powered…

News March 23
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Google, OpenAI and Amazon are all making moves in agentic commerce.

Google Adds New Agentic Shopping Features as OpenAI Pivots, Amazon Enters the Mix

As OpenAI pulls back on ChatGPT Instant Checkout, Google is introducing new capabilities for its Universal Commerce Protocol…

News March 20
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David’s Bridal Enters Indian Wedding Category with Kynah Partnership

David’s Bridal is moving into the $130 billion global Indian wedding industry via a partnership with Kynah, offering…

News March 20
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