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Meta has launched Muse Spark a new AI agent purpose built for its platforms.

Meta Debuts Revamped AI Model that Draws on its Social Media Prowess

Meta has released the first in a series of new large-language models, Muse Spark, intended to lay the foundation of what Mark Zuckerberg calls “personal superintelligence,” that is, AI systems…

News April 8

Lowe’s Plans $250M Investment to Help Train 250,000 Tradespeople by 2035

With the U.S. facing a critical shortage of skilled trades workers, the Lowe’s Foundation has expanded its commitment to help train and develop 250,000 tradespeople by 2035. As part of…

News April 8
Bed Bath & Beyond has acquired F9 Brands, owner of Cabinets to Go and Lumber Liquidators

Bed Bath & Beyond Expands Home Services Division with Acquisition of Cabinets To Go Owner F9 Brands

Less than a week after announcing plans to purchase The Container Store, Bed Bath & Beyond (BBBY) has announced another acquisition to round out its growing Beyond Home Services division.…

News April 8

Kroger Expands Food Waste Diversion Program to 100+ Mid-Atlantic Stores

Following a pilot program in 16 Virginia stores last summer, Kroger has expanded its partnership with Flashfood to the more than 100 stores in its Mid-Atlantic Division across Virginia, West…

News April 8

Why Cash Still has an Important Role in our Digital World

When was the last time you used cash for a transaction? Many of us can go for months without resorting to cash for our daily business. The convenience of tapping…

Executive Viewpoints April 8

Dollar Shave Club: Not Just for Bros Anymore

Dollar Shave Club has expanded into the women’s grooming category with razors, handles and shaving aids powered by hydrating ingredients, all priced from $5 to $10 and available from Dollar…

News April 7

Wayfair Sets Sights on Florida Mall for Latest Brick-and-Mortar Store

Furniture retailer Wayfair will open a two-level, 94,000-square-foot store at Galleria Fort Lauderdale, serving as an anchor for the shopping center’s ongoing comprehensive redevelopment. The new store, which will be…

News April 7
After over a year of negotiations, Amazon and USPS have reached a new last-mile delivery deal.

Amazon, USPS Reach Delivery Deal with Fewer Cutbacks than Expected

After more than a year of contentious negotiations, Amazon and the U.S. Postal Service have reached a new agreement that will see USPS retain 80% of the current delivery load…

News April 7

Amplifying the Incremental Impact of Influencer Campaigns

For most, influencer marketing isn’t a nice-to-have, it’s a mandate. As shoppers search for product recommendations, influencers provide heightened awareness, entertainment, authenticity and validation. We all know this. It’s no…

Executive Viewpoints April 7
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