Bentonville, Arkansas-based Walmart has entered into an agreement to acquire Memomi, an augmented reality optical tech company, reinforcing Walmart’s commitment to frictionless and omnichannel optical care. Memomi Labs Inc. is a provider of cutting-edge technology to enhance virtual try-on user experiences through artificial intelligence, deep learning and augmented reality. Since 2019, Memomi has enabled digital measurements […]
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H-E-B Edges Out Amazon As Top E-Commerce Grocery Retailer
Dunnhumby has released its first “E-Commerce Retailer Preference Index,” a nationwide study that examines the emerging $100 billion U.S. e-commerce grocery market. In a near statistical tie, San Antonio, Texas-based H-E-B narrowly edged out Amazon and Amazon Fresh as the top ranked e-commerce grocer. Walmart landed in the fourth spot and Sam’s Club rounded out […]
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Rold Gold Celebrates Anniversary With Redesign, Giveaway
Plano, Texas-based Rold Gold is celebrating its 106th anniversary with a new limited-edition bag design and by giving away more than $106,000 in gold bars through its Gold Hunters campaign. This program sends consumers on a hunt to find Rold Gold hidden in the background of their favorite television shows, movies, sports and music that span decades, all for a chance […]
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H-E-B, Butt Family Commit $10M To Build New Uvalde School
The Butt family and H-E-B have announced they will commit $10 million to help build a new elementary school campus in Uvalde, Texas. In partnership as founding donors, the family and H-E-B will work with other stakeholders and organizations on the development of the project. Texas firms Huckabee and Joeris General Contractors, which are also […]
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Opopop Launches Dill Pickle Flavor Wrapped Popcorn Kernels
Denver, Colorado-based Opopop is celebrating the start of the summer season with a new limited-edition product: Pickle Monster. Opopop’s limited edition Pickle Monster flavor provides customers with a blend of tartness, salt and dill. Pickle Monster will be available in 320g bags, which makes four bags of popcorn. “Here at Opopop, we want to keep pushing the […]
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Doritos Partners With Nwodim To Bring Back Solid Black Initiative
Plano, Texas-based Doritos is teaming up with actress and comedian Ego Nwodim to announce the return of Solid Black, a multi-platform initiative backed by action and funding to shine a light on Black changemakers – people who are driving impact, activism and a culture of change in their communities. In its sophomore year, Doritos Solid Black […]
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Tyson Launches Pork Ribs At Walmart Locations
Springdale, Arkansas-based Tyson pork ribs are available in 800 Walmart stores across the country for Fourth of July celebrations. To spread the word, pitmaster and Tyson ambassador Sterling “Big Poppa” Ball appeared on a local morning show, Good Day NWA, to offer viewers tips and tricks for preparing ribs. During the segment, Ball educated viewers on how […]
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Whole Foods Market Reveals First Summer Condiment Trends Predictions
Austin, Texas-based Whole Foods Market’s Trends Council revealed its first summer condiment trends predictions, along with a list of corresponding products from emerging and established brands. The Trends Council – a collective of Whole Foods Market buyers and experts with extensive industry knowledge – predict global barbecue, chili peppers, elevated ketchup and mustard, next-level fermentation and new […]