Britain’s high street retailers leading AI revolution
Faire, which surveyed 300 independent retailers, found that 83% have begun adopting artificial intelligence and a third were now making use of it every single day. However, one in 10
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Faire, which surveyed 300 independent retailers, found that 83% have begun adopting artificial intelligence and a third were now making use of it every single day. However, one in 10
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A leading retail association representing thousands of independent businesses across the UK has outlined its key priorities ahead of the Chancellor's Spring Statement. Andrew Goodacre, CEO of the British Independent
Parenting brand, Infantino, will be launching its My 1st Tumbler into the UK this spring. This first-to-market tumbler is specifically for babies and toddlers, and aims to shake up the
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Loved Before, the UK’s pioneering sustainable soft toy rehoming agency, is entering the US market, launching with luxury department store Bloomingdale’s on 8 March 2025. Known for its mission to
Charlotte Broadbent, UK general manager at Faire, discusses how independent children's stores can capitalise on the latest retail trends. Shoppers will be looking for more adventure-inspired accessories, opulent vintage pieces, natural
British luxury childrenswear brand, Pepa London, has opened its first store located in the USA. Situated in Palm Beach, Florida, the new store at 312A South County Road is located
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