A recent consumer report by dunnhumby revealed that most shoppers will trade data for relevant ads, but only when trust and timing align. Retailers who blend familiar products with smart recommendations can influence purchases without crossing into intrusive territory.
The USDA is partnering with Palantir Technologies on a $300M modernization of its farm support systems. The effort aims to simplify how farmers access services while improving data coordination and cybersecurity, highlighting the increasingly integral role of digital infrastructure in managing and protecting the U.S. food supply.
Walmart’s sweeping digital shelf label rollout has sparked a familiar debate. The last time retail faced this much resistance to a shelf-level technology, it was called the barcode.
Sustainable packaging materials are moving from concept to real-world testing as scrutiny of microplastics intensifies. Explore three emerging solutions that show promise, though experts say scalability and cost remain barriers to widespread adoption.
