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Ebay has acquired digital ID company Certilogo.

Ebay Continues Trust Offensive with Acquisition of Certilogo

Ebay’s spending spree is continuing with the acquisition of Certilogo, a provider of digital IDs and authentication tools…

News May 17
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The Boll & Branch store in New Jersey brings the brand’s comfy luxury aesthetic to life.

How DTC Brand Boll & Branch is Getting Comfortable in Brick-and-Mortar

There’s a special type of brand interaction that can only take place in stores. The ability to touch…

Features May 17
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Inside an Amazon warehouse.

Amazon’s ‘Regionalization’ of its U.S. Logistics Network Leads to Reduced Costs, Faster Delivery

Amazon has been overhauling its logistics network to “regionalize” where inventory is located across the U.S. in an…

News May 15
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Creating Accountability for Costly Returns, One Executive at a Time 

Any good business leader knows that ownership is important for productivity. When a department has a clear hierarchy…

Executive Viewpoints May 15
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Hey Alexa, How Can Marketers Personalize Content for You?

By the end of this year, more than 200 million smart speakers are expected to be sold globally,…

Executive Viewpoints May 15
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Bluestar Alliance Buys Scotch & Soda’s U.S. Business

An affiliate of brand management company Bluestar Alliance has purchased the U.S.-based wholesale and retail business assets of…

News May 12
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When it comes to connecting to young consumers online, UGC and gaming are crucial new battlegrounds.

Deloitte: UGC and Gaming Offer Brands New Opportunities to Build Connections

Could we soon have a follow-up to the Buggles’ 1981 song Video Killed the Radio Star? If the…

Features May 12
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How to Effectively Use Branding in Your Explainer Videos

Nowadays, video content has become the ultimate tool for any company wanting to stay relevant and keep potential…

Executive Viewpoints May 12
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Google is doubling down on its generative AI initiatives.

Google Aims to ‘Supercharge’ Shopping with Generative AI-Enhanced Search

As the CEO of ChatGPT developer OpenAI prepares to testify before the U.S. Senate next week about potential…

Features May 11
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