Wed.Mar 19, 2025

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583: Google’s Algorithm Update DESTROYED Affiliate Sites… Now What?

My Wife Quit Her Job

In this episode, Toni and I discuss how Googles latest algorithm update has shaken up the affiliate marketing world, leaving many sites in the dust. Well cover what this means for content creators and how to bounce back stronger than ever. So if you’re feeling the impact or just curious about the buzz, listen in! What You’ll Learn What the algorithm update really changed and why it matters to you Tips on how to adapt your strategies to stay relevant What you should be doing instead o

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Try-On Data Unlocked: Driving In-Store Analytics for a Smarter Retail Experience

Retail TouchPoints

Retail has always had its share of mystique. From the art of visual merchandising (VM) to the subtle science of store layout, many of the best decisions were historically guided by experience, gut instinct and the occasional stroke of genius. But today, a new era of real-time analytics – especially data drawn from fitting room activity – is demystifying the process and helping retailers understand the nuanced stories behind every try-on and purchase.

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Anarchy In The UK: The UK Government’s Wild Ride With AI And Big Tech In 2025 — And It’s Only March

Forrester eCommerce

The UK government has declared that it will take a test and learn approach with spending on AI and digital to push innovation. Staged funding, mission-driven prioritization, and outcome metrics the civil service bringing some Silicon Valley mentality to play. In theory, I like it. In practice hold that thought for now.

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You Don’t Have Customers, you Have Fans, so Put on a Show

Retail TouchPoints

Theres a lot retailers can learn from the success of immersive location-based entertainment spaces this past year. The Sphere in Las Vegas reimagined concertgoing, giving music lovers 360 degrees of eye-popping real-time visuals synced to music; Meow Wolf has reimagined museum visits; and Hollywood is taking its first stab at immersing fans in their favorite shows with Netflix Houses – built in post-COVID available retail spaces in malls.

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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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Call For Entries: The 2025 Forrester Enterprise Architecture Awards

Forrester eCommerce

Forrester is thrilled to announce the opening of nominations for the 2025 Global Enterprise Architecture Awards.

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Ikea to Open London Store Following Three-Year Environmental Renovation

Retail TouchPoints

Ikea will open its new store on Londons Oxford Street on May 1, 2025, featuring 62,430 square feet of retail space across three levels. The opening follows a three -year renovation of the building that included enhancing environmental performance by replacing gas-fired boilers with energy-efficient air source heat pumps and installing secondary glazing for improved insulation.

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PepsiCo launches ‘Max Your Snacks’ category guide

TalkingRetail

PepsiCo is introducing its Max Your Snacks retailer guide this March, a category guide designed to help convenience stores optimise their savoury snacks range through practical, easy-to-implement advice. According to PepsiCo, convenience retailers could be sitting on an average of 17.

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Iconic Bath Store Jollys Saved and Will Reopen Next Year

365 Retail

Morleys Stores has announced plans to reopen the historic Jollys department store on Milsom Street, Bath, bringing a revitalised shopping experience to the city. The move is seen as a boost for Baths retail sector, reinforcing investment in the high street at a time of industry challenges. The company, which operates eight department stores across the UK, is committed to restoring Jollys to its former status as a retail landmark.

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What 25 retail leaders are saying about tariffs

RetailDive

From price increase warnings to confidence that vendor relationships will help ride out the storm, here's how the retail C-suite plans to weather tariffs.

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Uber Eats and Co-op Extend Quick Commerce Partnership for Three More Years

365 Retail

Uber Eats and Co-op have announced a three-year extension of their quick commerce partnership, reinforcing Co-ops commitment to fast, convenient, and quality home deliveries across the UK. Since launching in 2022, the partnership has expanded to more than 1,300 Co-op stores, helping the retailer solidify its position as the UKs leading quick commerce supermarket through its own online platform and partnerships.

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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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Co-op and Uber Eats announce partnership renewal, extending delivery collaboration

TalkingRetail

Uber Eats and Co-op have announced a three-year extension of their quick commerce partnership. The partnership, which started in 2022, has seen the number of Co-op stores where Uber Eats is available increase to more than 1,300.

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First Phase of Topshop’s Much-Anticipated Return Launches With Soho Treasure Hunt

365 Retail

Topshop has officially kicked off the first phase of its much-anticipated return with We Missed You Too, an interactive art installation and treasure hunt in Londons Soho. The activation, created in collaboration with London-based artist Russ Jones , celebrates the unwavering love from Topshops loyal fanbase, marking the brands bold comeback. A Creative Comeback: Art, Fashion, and Fan Voices Known for his bold mirror installations featuring striking text , Jones has crafted twenty-one unique mir

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Illegal products seized during raid of 17 Kent stores

TalkingRetail

Illegal vapes and cigarettes have been seized after raids were carried out at 17 shops across East Kent. Police and Trading Standards carried out the operation yesterday morning (18 March). One of the stores was named as Kiki Grocery Store in Wincheap.

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LEGO Store Arndale to Relocate to Larger Space This Summer

365 Retail

LEGO Group has announced that the LEGO Store Arndale in Manchester will relocate to a larger store this summer, offering an enhanced retail experience for LEGO fans of all ages. The store, which has been a favourite in the city for nearly 15 years, will bring new interactive elements and immersive experiences to its expanded space. LEGO store aan de Spuistraat in Den Haag, 26 oktober 2022.

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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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Old Navy quietly debuts occasionwear

RetailDive

Prices start at about $25, answering demand for affordable dresses for weddings, parties and proms.

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The B Corp Blueprint: What the Retail Display Industry Can Learn From arken’s Journey to Purpose-Driven POP

365 Retail

In an era where greenwashing threatens consumer trust and climate challenges demand authentic action, the retail industry stands at a crossroads. This B Corp Month , as we reflect on the movement’s growing influence, it’s clear that the future belongs to businesses willing to transform how they measure success. At arken, our 77-year heritage in retail display manufacturing has taught us that true industry leadership means championing change beyond our own operations it means invitin

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Lee Castleton to issue proceedings in the High Court against Post Office and Fujitsu

TalkingRetail

Former postmaster Lee Castleton OBE has instructed the Simons Muirhead Burton (SMB) legal team to issue proceedings in the High Court against the Post Office and Fujitsu.

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Rita’s Italian Ice Celebrates First Day of Spring With Free Italian Ice Giveaway

RetailWire

Rita's Italian Ice also has a new Skittles flavor for customers to enjoy.

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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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Yodel strengthens employee wellbeing offering in partnership with the Retail Trust

TalkingRetail

Independent parcel carrier Yodel has strengthened its partnership with the Retail Trust, the industry charity protecting the health and happiness of people working in retail through wellbeing support.

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Retailers deploy AI in pursuit of CX gains, loss prevention

RetailDive

Despite adoption plans, companies are grappling with system integration issues, a lack of training resources and frayed customer trust, according to Everseen.

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Experienced c-store operator acquires Essex village store

TalkingRetail

Specialist business property adviser Christie & Co, has announced the sale of Budgens of Stock, in Essex. Centrally located in the affluent village of Stock, the Budgens branded convenience store is relied upon by local residents for its range of convenience offerings.

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Amazon uses Big Spring Sale to promote Amazon Haul

RetailDive

As part of the event, which returns next week, the retail giant is offering 50% off its Temu-like competitor.

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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.

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Complaint upheld against Bargain Booze Christmas advert

TalkingRetail

A compliant against a Facebook and Instagram ad for Bargain Booze has been upheld by the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA). The ad included a caption that began Its beginning to look a lot like Christmas.

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How to Beat Amazon at SEO

Practical eCommerce

Ted Kubaitis once feared competing against the ecommerce giant for organic rankings. Then an epiphany hit. The post How to Beat Amazon at SEO appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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Grace Foods UK introduces new PMP for Grace Tropical Rhythms

TalkingRetail

Grace Foods UK has launched Grace Tropical Rhythms in price-marked packs (PMPs). The drinks range are available in selected convenience stores across the country priced at 1.79 for 475ml bottles.

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Wendy’s Fuels Fans With $1 March Madness Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger or Double Stack

RetailWire

Wendy's celebrates March Madness with $1 burgers.

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The Evolving Retailers Fulfillment Strategy: Meeting Demands with Agility

Speaker: Becky Parisotto and John Vurdelja

Fulfillment is no longer just about getting products from point A to point B – it's about crafting seamless, scalable, customer first experiences. Flexible fulfillment strategies are more important than ever for those aiming to stay ahead and build resilience as retail enters a new era in 2025. Learn how to optimize fulfillment processes, tackle complex, multi-vendor orders, and create seamless customer experiences – from white-glove delivery for high-value items to quick-ship solutions for ever

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Del Monte takes LTA partnership to the next level  

TalkingRetail

Del Monte has announced the new phase in its partnership with the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) and professional British tennis star, Jodie Burrage.

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Macy’s moves private label focus to the home with latest launch

RetailDive

Dubbed Arch Studio, the brand will feature bedding, bath, kitchenware and dinnerware products at a price point of $14 to $220.

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Burts launches new Cheddar & Caramelised Onion Chutney flavour

TalkingRetail

Burts has unveiled new Cheddar & Caramelised Onion Chutney flavour and a packaging refresh for its Ridges range. Available as 40g packs, the crisps offer a blend of savoury cheddar sourced locally from Quickes Cheese Shop, complemented by the tang of caramelised onion chutney.

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Beyond Sells Zulily to Lyons Trading Company for $5 Million

RetailWire

Beyond unloaded Zulily to focus resources on its other brands.

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10 Ways to Leverage Buyer Signals and Drive Revenue

In today’s ultra-competitive markets, it’s no longer enough to wait for buyers to show obvious signs of interest. Instead, sales teams must be proactive, identifying and acting on nuanced buyer behaviors — often before prospects are fully ready to make a purchase. In this eBook from ZoomInfo & Sell Better, learn 10 actionable ways to use these buyer signals to transform your sales strategy and close deals faster.