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In collaboration with tech start-up AiFi, Carrefour has opened its first automated store in its headquarters in Massy. Separately, the retailer has said it has extended the use of blockchain technology to more of its products. Store to operate as part of a six-month test The opening of the 56 sq. m store, as reported by trade publication LSA, sees Carrefour trial a solution that will enable...

Two of the leading checkout-free innovators in the US, Standard Cognition and Zippin Market, will deploy their technology at concession stores within sports stadiums. Standard Cognition partnering with Worcester Red Sox Both San Francisco based companies are set to deploy their solutions over the next nine months. Standard Cognition, which operates a cashier-less store in the city, is partn...

M&S has partnered with Infarm - one of the world's leading urban farming platforms - to deliver a range of fresh produce grown and harvested in a selection of M&S' London stores. Six stores to trial six herb range The range includes a selection of fresh herbs - basils, mint, parsleys and coriander - grown in a special cabinet at M&S’ newly re-opened Clapham Junction store in South West Lond...