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Innovator Profile | March 17, 2024

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Innovator Profile: aiphrodite.ai Revolutionizes Ad Testing in Marketing with AI Personas

As part of our Innovator Profile series in the lead-up to the Shoptalk 2024 Startup Pitch Competition, we present aiphrodite.ai, which is using AI (artificial intelligence) personas and neuroscience to predict the success of an ad, saving time and costs in marketing.

Event Presentation | March 14, 2024 Premium

AI @ Retail: Supercharging the Customer Experience—Insights Presented at the Vision Monday Leadership Summit 2024

How can retailers supercharge the customer experience? In this presentation, discover the uses cases of AI (artificial intelligence) across multiple US retail sectors. Plus, delve into the headwinds, tailwinds, and trends set to impact retail in 2024. Read our full presentation from the Vision Monday Leadership Summit 2024.

Deep Dive | March 13, 2024 Premium

Retail-Tech Landscape: Generative AI Applications

We discuss the need for generative AI (GenAI) applications and present selected technology providers globally, with innovative solutions spanning audio, code generation, productivity, video and more.

Event Coverage | March 13, 2024 Premium

Salesforce TrailblazerDX 2024: New Einstein Tools Unleash the Genius of AI for Developers

We present key insights from Salesforce’s TrailblazerDX 2024 conference, with a focus on next-generation AI (artificial intelligence). Read about the company’s new Einstein 1 Studio and Einstein Copilot solutions.

Event Coverage | March 11, 2024 Free Report

Shoptalk 2024 “Shark Reef” Startup Pitch Competition: Preview—12 Innovators, Four Areas of Retail Disruption

We preview the Shoptalk 2024 “Shark Reef” startup pitch competition, providing details on the event’s format and judging panel as well as the 12 participating retail-technology innovators.

Infographic | March 8, 2024 Premium

Three Data Points We’re Watching This Week: Tech Special

In a tech-focused special this week, we spotlight the factors driving global tech layoffs, consumer attitudes to AI customer-service chatbots and hospitality businesses’ plans for AI/ML investment.

Insight Report | March 7, 2024 Premium

Generative AI Latest: The Copilots Are Now Flying the Plane

Continuing our Generative AI Latest series, we present recent announcements in the GenAI (generative artificial intelligence) space globally—including new applications and infrastructure, and the launch of new GenAI copilots with advanced capabilities.

Innovator Profile | March 7, 2024

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Innovator Profile: Two Boxes Enables Efficient, Intelligent and Environmentally Friendly Returns Management

As part of our Innovator Profile series in the lead-up to the Shoptalk 2024 Startup Pitch Competition, we present Two Boxes, which is streamlining retail returns operations through strategic partnerships with third-party logistics providers, with a focus on environmental sustainability.

Innovator Profile | March 7, 2024

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Innovator Profile: Tare Elevates Email Marketing with the Power of AI

Enter a 150 character summary description of the report which will be displayed on the website as a teaser for the report.As part of our Innovator Profile series in the lead-up to the Shoptalk 2024 Startup Pitch Competition, we present Tare, whose AI (artificial intelligence)-powered email marketing platform features automated image generation, customer segmentation and more.

Insight Report | March 7, 2024 Premium

Data Dive: Global Tech Layoffs—Cyclical or Structural?

We review data on layoffs in the global technology industry and pose the question of whether workforce reductions are cyclical, due to a slower economic cycle and a reaction to pandemic-era expansion, or structural, amid the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI (GenAI).

Innovator Profile | March 7, 2024

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Innovator Profile: Node Makes Guest Users Loyal Customers

As part of our Innovator Profile series in the lead-up to the Shoptalk 2024 Startup Pitch Competition, we present Node, whose commerce platform allows merchants and consumers to interact with each other without the need for sign-up or any servers, facilitating a frictionless customer experience.

Innovator Profile | March 6, 2024

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Innovator Profile: PSYKHE AI Accurately Predicts Purchasing Behavior Using Deep-Learning Models

As part of our Innovator Profile series in the lead-up to the Shoptalk 2024 Startup Pitch Competition, we present PSYKHE AI, which leverages deep learning to accurately predict consumer purchasing behavior, optimizing product discovery and enhancing sales potential for retailers.

Innovator Profile | March 6, 2024

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Innovator Profile: Primis Enhances the Post-Purchase Journey for Brands and Customers

As part of our Innovator Profile series in the lead-up to the Shoptalk 2024 Startup Pitch Competition, we present Primis, whose tailored and sustainable strategies are helping e-commerce brands elevate the post-purchase experience to cultivate brand loyalty.

Innovator Profile | March 6, 2024

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Innovator Profile: Portless Streamlines Cross-Border Logistics with Direct Shipping Solutions

As part of our Innovator Profile series in the lead-up to the Shoptalk 2024 Startup Pitch Competition, we present Portless, whose direct shipping solutions simplify cross-border logistics for e-commerce brands.

Innovator Profile | March 5, 2024

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Innovator Profile: Raleon’s AI-Powered Solution Optimizes Loyalty Programs To Enhance Customer Engagement

As part of our Innovator Profile series in the lead-up to the Shoptalk 2024 Startup Pitch Competition, we present Raleon, whose AI (artificial intelligence)-powered solution enables merchants to optimize their loyalty programs and enhance customer engagement.