JD Sports: AI is 'the future of how people will shop'
JD Sports announces plans for direct shopping through AI platforms like ChatGPT. The rollout begins in the US, targeting younger shoppers. Read more about this retail revolution.
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JD Sports to let shoppers buy via AI like ChatGPT
JD Sports announces a major shift, enabling direct purchases through AI platforms like Copilot. The 'one-click' tech launches in the US soon, targeting young shoppers. Discover the future of retail.
JD Sports to let shoppers buy via AI platforms
JD Sports plans to enable direct purchases through AI like ChatGPT, starting in the US. The retailer calls AI 'the future of shopping'. Read the full details.
UK Retail Footfall Sees Biggest December Rise Since 2011
UK retail footfall surged 1.3% in December, the strongest annual uplift for the month since 2011, driven by evening socialising. Discover the festive trends reshaping shopping.
Morrisons to roll out digital shelf labels in 2026
Morrisons will become the first major UK supermarket to replace all paper price tags with electronic shelf labels from early 2026, modernising the shopping experience.
Morrisons Replaces Paper Price Tags with Digital Labels
Morrisons is set to become the first major UK supermarket to roll out electronic shelf labels across all 497 stores from early 2026, modernising the shopping experience.
Record 8,234 US stores close in 2025 as retail crisis deepens
A staggering 8,234 US stores shut permanently in 2025, a 12% rise on 2024. Discover which major chains collapsed and why experts say the 'retail apocalypse' is a myth.
Girl, 7, finds joy through tech after blindness diagnosis
Brave Katie-Rae Edmunds, 7, who has had three open heart surgeries and is now blind, finds laughter again through Lifelites' sensory technology. Support our Christmas appeal to help more children.
Costco Rolls Out New Tech to Speed Up Checkout Queues
Costco is deploying new in-line scanning technology to cut wait times, moving away from self-checkout. CEO Ron Vachris details the speed-focused strategy amid a wider retail shift.
Currys profits surge on AI and gaming demand
Electronics retailer Currys reports adjusted pre-tax profits more than doubled to £22m, driven by AI technology and major game launches. Read the full analysis.
Tesco partners with Mistral AI in new three-year deal
Tesco announces a major three-year partnership with French AI firm Mistral to enhance operations and customer experience. The deal includes a joint 'AI lab' for innovation.
Ocado gets £262m payout from Kroger after US closures
Ocado Group is set to receive a $350 million compensation payment from US partner Kroger following the closure of three automated warehouses. Discover the impact on the UK retail tech firm.
Walmart Drone Delivery Launches in Atlanta
Walmart expands its high-tech drone delivery service to Atlanta, aiming to get packages to doors in 30 minutes. The retail giant plans to roll out the service to 100 stores as competition with Amazon intensifies.
Asda's IT upgrade blunder hits sales and recovery
Asda's £1 billion IT system transition caused severe stock disruption, slashing sales by 2.8% and delaying its turnaround by six months. Discover the full impact.
Black Friday abuse crisis hits UK retail workers
As Black Friday begins, the Retail Trust reveals 77% of shop staff face intimidation. The charity urges shoppers to show respect with simple smiles and thank yous during the festive rush.
ADHD engineer creates credit card-linked tech nails
London robotics engineer Eneni Bambara-Abban reveals how her ADHD inspired revolutionary wearable tech including payment-enabled nails and smart clothing. Discover how she's inspiring STEM diversity.
Ocado shares crash 17% after Kroger warehouse closures
Ocado faces £350m value wipeout as US partner Kroger shuts three automated warehouses. Retail analyst calls it 'near knock-out punch' for the online grocer's technology ambitions.
Brits let AI assistants spend their money, study finds
New research shows over half of Brits are open to AI shopping assistants, with 28% happy for AI to make purchases on their behalf. Discover the future of retail.
Gen Z's BNPL Spending Revolution
Discover how 'Buy Now, Pay Later' services are revolutionising shopping habits among young Brits, offering flexibility while raising financial concerns.
Bunnings Faces Pressure to Ban Dogs From Stores
The beloved DIY chain Bunnings finds itself at the centre of a heated national debate as calls intensify to prohibit pets in stores following a series of concerning incidents. As opinions clash between animal lovers and safety advocates, we examine whethe
King Charles honours NVIDIA chief in Chinese AI deal
The monarch's recognition of Jensen Huang comes amid heated debate over UK-China tech collaboration and its implications for global AI supremacy and scientific ethics.
AI Gift Shopping: Brits Use ChatGPT for Presents
New research reveals millions of Britons are turning to AI chatbots like ChatGPT to solve their gift-giving dilemmas, with surprising results and significant time savings.
CarMax replaces customer service jobs with AI robots
CarMax revolutionises customer service with AI-powered robots, sparking debate about the future of employment in the retail sector as machines outperform humans in key metrics.
Primark sales jump 7% amid retail expansion push
High street giant Primark reports impressive 7% sales growth despite inflation pressures, with major expansion plans including new Twinings partnership and US store openings.
Ukraine's Brave1 drone system devastates Russian forces
Ukraine's cutting-edge 'Brave1' drone defence system is systematically dismantling Russian military positions, with devastating new footage revealing the destruction of armoured vehicles and soldier positions in a high-tech battlefield revolution.
Walmart CEO: AI Threatens American Jobs
Walmart's chief executive warns that artificial intelligence will fundamentally transform the American job market, with significant implications for employment across multiple sectors.
Walmart CEO: AI impacting thousands of retail jobs
Walmart's CEO confirms AI is reshaping the retail giant's workforce, with certain roles seeing significant changes as automation transforms traditional retail operations.
Blair: UK must lead quantum race or history won't forgive us
Former PM Tony Blair urges immediate action as Britain risks falling behind global rivals in the quantum computing revolution, calling it an economic and security imperative.
SF AI Crime Tool Sparks Controversy Over Trump Comparisons
A sophisticated AI system deployed by San Francisco police to forecast criminal activity faces mounting criticism after allegedly drawing parallels between crime patterns and Donald Trump's political rallies, raising serious concerns about algorithmic bia
AirPods Pro 3 to Feature Advanced Hearing Aid Technology
Apple's upcoming AirPods Pro 3 are poised to transform from premium earbuds into sophisticated hearing aids, featuring cutting-edge health monitoring technology that could disrupt the traditional hearing assistance market.
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