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Retail
Forever 21, once a dominant force in American mall culture and a fast-fashion pioneer, has filed for bankruptcy protection for the second time in six years. This time, the outlook is even more grim. The operating company behind the brand is expected to liquidate all U.S. operations and close
Retail
Retail store closures are accelerating in 2025, and now Dollar General is the latest major chain to downsize. Following the likes of Joann Fabrics, Walgreens, and Big Lots, Dollar General Corporation announced it will shutter 141 stores across its two brands: Dollar General and PopShelf. The closures were revealed in
E-commerce
Shopify has acquired Vantage Discovery, a startup focused on building AI-powered search technology for retailers, as part of its ongoing push to deepen its artificial intelligence capabilities. Founded in early 2023 by former Pinterest engineers Lance Riedel and Nigel Daley, Vantage Discovery was created to bring “Pinterest-like” search functionality to
Food
PepsiCo Inc. is reportedly in advanced negotiations to acquire Poppi, a rapidly growing functional soda brand, in a deal valued at over $1.5 billion. According to sources familiar with the matter, the announcement could come as early as next week, although talks are still ongoing and could face delays.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
SoftBank is doubling down on its AI ambitions with a bold move in its home market of Japan. The tech conglomerate has officially confirmed the purchase of Sharp’s former LCD panel factory in Sakai, Osaka, for a hefty $676 million (100 billion yen). The goal? Transform the sprawling facility
Transportation
After four turbulent months under bankruptcy protection, Spirit Airlines is plotting a radical departure from its roots as a no-frills, budget carrier. The Florida-based airline announced on March 12 that it has officially exited Chapter 11 and is embarking on a rebranding journey aimed at transforming itself into a premium
E-commerce
When was the last time an ecommerce brand told you how many zip codes they’ve shipped to? It’s a small detail—but one that subtly tells you people everywhere trust us. In an era where online shoppers are bombarded with choices and promises, building trust is no longer
Tech Insights
We’re living in a world where AI can respond to our emails, and video calls feel as casual as catching up over coffee. As the digital world becomes more fluid and intelligent, the bar for innovation in SaaS (Software as a Service) has never been higher. SaaS companies are
Retail
Retail giants Shein and Temu, known for their low-cost, direct-to-consumer goods shipped from overseas, experienced a noticeable sales slowdown following former President Donald Trump's February announcement targeting tariffs and the de minimis import loophole. According to Earnest Analytics, which tracks debit and credit card spending from millions of
Robotics
Just when we’re getting used to Gemini helping us with PDFs and horoscopes on our phones, Google is taking things up a notch—or ten. The tech giant has announced that Gemini 2.0, its latest AI model, is stepping off the screen and into the real world—inside
Transportation
Southwest Airlines is phasing out one of its most iconic promises — “Bags Fly Free.” Starting with flights booked after May 28, passengers who aren’t part of the airline’s loyalty program or seated in upgraded tiers will be required to pay for checked baggage, marking the end of a
Semiconductors
Meta is making a bold move to take more control of its AI infrastructure. The company has begun testing its first in-house chip for AI training, signaling a major step toward reducing reliance on NVIDIA and slashing its massive compute costs. This custom chip is part of Meta’s Training