Mon.Nov 25, 2024

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Are You Making These DevSecOps Mistakes? The Four Phases You Need To Know Before Your Code Becomes Your Vulnerability

Forrester eCommerce

In Forrester’s Security Survey, 2024, 56% of security decision-makers at firms that experienced an external attack indicated that the breach was the result of an application-related exploit. Why do we continue to be so bad at this!? Part of the problem is that the journey to DevSecOps is bumpy and long. But don’t give up!

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From Niche Product to Viral Sensation: How Bogg Bag Ventured into 1,800 Target Stores

Retail TouchPoints

If you’ve recently been to the beach, or maybe a kids’ baseball or soccer game, you’ve likely seen a Bogg Bag. Known (and loved) for its functionality, durability, and fun color and pattern combinations, the Bogg Bag has become the ultimate sidekick for many suburban moms nationwide. On Amazon alone, the bag has garnered more than 5,000 five-star reviews and was named the best beach bag and tote by Travel + Leisure and Good Morning America.

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Atelier VM Opens First UK Flagship Store in Burlington Arcade, Mayfair

365 Retail

Italian fine jewellery brand Atelier VM has officially opened its first UK flagship store in London’s prestigious Burlington Arcade. This marks a significant milestone for the brand, which has steadily expanded its presence in the UK since entering the market in 2018 with a dedicated counter in Liberty London. Situated in Mayfair, the 401 sq ft boutique at House 5 of Burlington Arcade offers a refined and intimate space for customers to explore Atelier VM’s handcrafted jewellery collections.

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Macy’s Delays Q3 Earnings to Investigate Financial Irregularity

Retail TouchPoints

Macy’s reported preliminary earnings for its Q3 2024, which ended Nov. 2, 2024, but has delayed the full release of results while it investigates an incident in which it appears an employee hid millions of dollars of expenses for nearly three years. The irregularity was uncovered as the retailer was preparing its financial statements for the current quarter.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Inflation might be returning, says BRC

TalkingRetail

Fresh food inflation increased fractionally in November but ambient food rises dropped from 3.1% to 2.7% year on year, according to the latest BRC NielsenIQ survey. While food prices continued to rise, non-food saw a deflation rate of 1.8%, compared with deflation of 2.

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Mango Plans to Operate 42 U.S. Stores by Year End, 20+ More in 2025

Retail TouchPoints

Moving toward its goal of making the U.S. one of its three main markets by 2026, Mango plans to operate 42 stores in the country by the end of 2024. The apparel retailer also plans to open more than 20 locations next year, primarily in the Sun Belt and Northeast, according to CNBC. The retailer’s target is to operate approximately 65 U.S. stores by the end of 2025.

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E.l.f. Leans into Sports Fandom with Holiday Campaign Debuting During Macy’s Parade

Retail TouchPoints

E.l.f. Cosmetics will once again tap into the universality of sports in its new multi-platform campaign, “ Eyes. Lips. Face. Fandom. ,” which will make its broadcast debut to an estimated 22 million viewers during the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade on Thursday, Nov. 28. Image courtesy E.l.f. Beauty Starring actors Joey King ( The Kissing Booth, A Family Affair ) and Lucien Laviscount ( Emily in Paris, Waterloo Road ), the spot features the ultimate face-off — meeting the parents on Thanksgiving whil

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Kohl’s names new CEO

RetailDive

The department store has tapped Michaels CEO Ashley Buchanan to lead the retailer beginning early next year, replacing Tom Kingsbury.

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Action Steps for Bing’s AI SEO Guidelines

Practical eCommerce

Bing's newly published optimization guidelines are short on implementation tactics. The post Action Steps for Bing’s AI SEO Guidelines appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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Macy’s delays full Q3 report over millions in fraudulent expense accounting

RetailDive

Starting in 2021 an employee hid $132 million to $154 million in delivery expenses, a disclosure overshadowing an otherwise decent quarter.

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AI for Commerce: Foundations, Aspirations, and Hype

AI is rapidly transforming digital commerce, but how do you separate real opportunities from hype? Moderated by Orium, AI for Commerce: Foundations, Aspirations, and Hype , experts from Bloomreach , commercetools , Contentstack , and Fluent Commerce explores where AI is already delivering results and where its potential is still unfolding. This masterclass dives into proven AI applications, emerging innovations , and the gaps between promise and reality in commerce.

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Amazon Invests Another $4B in Anthropic, Adds Program for Quantum Computing

RetailWire

Amazon is going all in with AI startup Anthropic as well as getting ready for quantum computing.

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Big Lots sold to private equity

RetailDive

An affiliate of Nexus Capital Management plans to acquire the retailer for $2.5 million in cash, debt payoff and some assumed liabilities.

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Krispy Kreme Launches Festive ‘Grinchmas’ Holiday Doughnuts

RetailWire

To give a naughty and nice twist to the holiday season, Krispy Kreme has launched a line of "Grinchmas" holiday doughnuts.

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Macy’s chief marketer on why telling a cohesive marketing story is crucial

RetailDive

With its Thanksgiving Day Parade days away, Sharon Otterman explains how the retailer brought its gift guide to life in its holiday campaign.

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!

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Taco Bell Finally Brings Beloved Caramel Apple Empanadas Back to the Menu

RetailWire

Taco Bell has finally brought back the beloved sweet treat.

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Vuori doesn’t need money. Investors keep knocking anyway.

RetailDive

A recent $825 million fundraise from General Atlantic and Stripes tipped the brand into the $5 billion valuation range. Investor Jon Kossow says the company still doesn’t need the cash to fund its own operations.

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Amazon Live Taps Martha Stewart and Jennifer Hudson To Host Black Friday Shopping Shows

RetailWire

On the biggest shopping day of the year, Black Friday, Jennifer Hudson and Martha Stewart will pitch Amazon special deals as part of a series of live shopping shows produced by TalkShopLive.

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VF to lay off 242 employees at Virginia distribution center

RetailDive

The facility’s closure, announced earlier this year, comes as the company faces declining earnings and a recent S&P downgrade.

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Staying Ahead of UFLPA Enforcement: Best Practices for Retail Supply Chains

Speaker: Ethan Woolley, Director at Kharon

This webinar will explore how companies can proactively address compliance risks–rather than reactively responding to–UFLPA enforcement actions. Ethan Woolley will provide insights into the latest CBP enforcement trends, entity list updates, and industries under increased scrutiny, with a look at potential shifts under the Trump administration. Ethan will also explore how predictive data and strategic due diligence can help organizations stay ahead of regulatory challenges and strengthen complia

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Egg Prices Keep Rising as Avian Flu Continues Affecting Supply

RetailWire

Egg prices continue to climb, and it's not just because of inflation.

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Target adds Bogg to its assortment

RetailDive

The brand, known for its colorful tote bags, will land in the mass merchant early next month.

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JetBlue Teases New European Destinations, Brings Back Seasonal Routes

RetailWire

JetBlue is adding even more routes.

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Walmart updates virtual store with seasonal shopping features

RetailDive

Four new holiday environments showcase a selection of gifts curated by content creators and inspired by social media trends.

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Future-Proofing Enterprise Commerce: Why Extensibility Wins with Shopify

Speaker: Benjamin Woll, Tiffany Spizzo, and Jaime Santos Alcón

Enterprise commerce is evolving fast, and brands relying on rigid, one-size-fits-all solutions risk losing agility. But modernization doesn’t have to mean disruption. In this webinar, we’ll explore how an extensible, modular approach empowers brands to integrate new capabilities, enhance performance, and scale efficiently—all while leveraging Shopify’s strengths.

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New Red Bull Zero hits the shelves

TalkingRetail

Red Bull has broadened its no sugar offer with the launch of Red Bull Zero, delivering Zero sugar and Zero calories, with the flavour of Red Bull Original Energy Drink.

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Baskin-Robbins Pardons Frozen Turkey Cake in Honor of White House Thanksgiving Tradition

RetailWire

Baskin-Robbins spared its own special turkey in honor of the annual White House tradition of pardoning live birds for the Thanksgiving holiday.

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Tesco’s rapid c-store expansion continues

TalkingRetail

Tesco is planning another 150 Express stores in the next three years, further fuelling the battle for convenience spending.

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Bath & Body Works Raises Outlook in Advance of Shorter Holiday Season

RetailWire

Bath & Body Works is seeing its stock soar after a promising earnings report.

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🚀Future-Proof Your Salesforce B2C Commerce: Modernization Strategies Inside!

Outdated platforms are costing you sales. Legacy platforms like Salesforce SiteGenesis and SFRA can slow innovation, increase maintenance costs, and frustrate customers. This playbook provides a strategic roadmap to modernizing your Salesforce B2C Commerce platform using a composable approach to transition to faster, scalable, and flexible e-commerce solutions —without disrupting your business.

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Two festive launches from Terry’s

TalkingRetail

Terry’s Chocolate Minis Mint Crisp features mini segments of Terry’s milk chocolate made with crispy bits and natural mint flavouring in a shareable pack that is described as “perfect for snacking”.

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Macy’s Employee Hides Up to $154 Million in Expenses, Delaying Q3 Earnings Report

RetailWire

A Macy's employer hid up to $154 million in expenses over the last three years. What's next?

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Bestway backs Duke of Edinburgh scheme with big donation

TalkingRetail

Bestway has given £100,000 to the Duke of Edinburgh’s award scheme. The money was formally handed over last week at Bestway’s group head office in Park Royal, London.

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Thanksgiving 2024: Which Restaurants Are Open & Which Are Closed

RetailWire

Thanksgiving 2024 has a variety of restaurants open for those who aren't cooking.

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5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales

Incorporating generative AI (gen AI) into your sales process can speed up your wins through improved efficiency, personalized customer interactions, and better informed decision- making. Gen AI is a game changer for busy salespeople and can reduce time-consuming tasks, such as customer research, note-taking, and writing emails, and provide insightful data analysis and recommendations.