Merchandising & Store OpsThursday, September 3, 2026
Simbe has appointed Claudia Molina as VP of Client Success to oversee the rollout of its AI and robotics platform across thousands of retail locations in ten countries.
Wonder closed a $650 million Series D round at a $9 billion pre-money valuation on July 16, 2026, with plans to prepare for an initial public offering in early 2027.
The U.S. retail clinics market is forecast to grow at an 11.1% CAGR during 2026–2033, reaching $6.29B by 2033.
Retail media networks are entering a re-platforming phase as advertisers increasingly treat the channel as significant, prompting retailers to unify on-site, off-site, and in-store technology.
The top 60 funded restaurant technology startups have collectively raised approximately $8.8 billion, with leading platforms including Chowbus, Toast, and DoorDash.
Retailers report that 3D and AR product media correlate with significantly higher conversion rates and reduced return volumes.
