Insight ReportAI in Retail: Healthy Fundraising, M&A and New Product Introductions as Current Environment Accelerates Need for Digitalization Coresight Research June 3, 2020 Reasons to ReadThe coronavirus outbreak has accelerated the digital transformation of many retailers, because they have experienced a greater need to achieve increased visibility over their supply chains and inventory. A number of companies are taking the opportunity to introduce or upgrade their retail analytics technology, and funding in AI startups continues to flow. This report, part of our AI in Retail series, covers the following topics: Recent funding raised by two AI companies—Bluecore and DefinedCrowd Intel Capital’s commitment to invest in 11 technology startups The launch of an AI e-commerce app in apparel retail—The Yes An acquisition by autonomous-checkout solution provider Standard Cognition AI applications for social distancing amid Covid-19 Click here to view more of our reports on AI in retail. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in: Analyst Corner: US Mass Merchandisers, Warehouse Clubs and Discount Stores—Target in Transition as Dollar Stores and Clubs Surge Ahead, With Sujeet NaikFinancial Confidence Stabilizes: Weekly US Consumer Sentiment, Week 42, 2025—Data GraphicUS Back to School 2025, Part 2: Where Consumers Will Shop—Opportunities with Higher-Income Shoppers, in Retail Media and on TikTokConsumer Optimism Softens Ahead of Golden Week: China Consumer Survey Insights
