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Top 100 Retail Trends in December
Top 100 Retail Trends in December
From Cinematic Holiday Retail Pop-Ups to Live Shopping Flagships
The 2024 December retail trends highlight an array of holiday-themed experiences and pop-up events, with both retailers and brands embracing the festive season. One notable example is Old Navy’s &#... MORE
Waste Management Technologies
Waste Management Technologies
NULIFE Revolutionizes Waste Management with PFAS Removal Technology
PFAS removal technology is at the forefront of environmental innovation, and NULIFE GreenTech is leading the charge with its groundbreaking HydroThermal Liquefaction (HTL) process. This Canadian... MORE
Holiday Activewear Pop-Ups
Holiday Activewear Pop-Ups
Gymshark Pop-Up Brings Fitness Energy to SoHo
The Gymshark pop-up has landed in New York’s SoHo, creating a dynamic hub for fitness enthusiasts just in time for the holidays. Located at 105 Wooster Street, this pop-up offers a sneak peek into... MORE
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Community Retail Events
The Nisa Making a Different Locally Pink Friday Event is Supportive
The Nisa Making a Different Locally Pink Friday event is being run by the retailer to help offer support for the community and foster the sense of community associated. The event is taking place on... MORE
Sustainable Textile Chemicals
Sustainable Textile Chemicals
ERCA TCS is Focusing on Sustainable Chemical Innovations
ERCA TCS (Textile Chemical Solutions) is a pioneering company in sustainable textile chemicals, part of the ERCA Group. The company has been recognized for its commitment to sustainable innovation,... MORE
Airline Waste Management Solutions
Airline Waste Management Solutions
Qatar Airways Addresses Airline Catering Food Waste
To address the catering food waste generated by its operations, Qatar Airways has successfully installed the ‘LFC-500 biodigester’ from Power Knot LLC. This partnership underscores Qatar... MORE
Clean Energy Expansions
Clean Energy Expansions
Masdar Acquires TERNA ENERGY to Expand into Greece and Eastern Europe
Masdar has acquired “70% of the shares in TERNA ENERGY, becoming the majority shareholder of the Greek clean energy company.” Following this transaction, Masdar will seek regulatory... MORE
Modular Reactor Distributions
Modular Reactor Distributions
Small Nuclear Plant (SNP) Plans for Mass Global Manufacturing
Small Nuclear Plant (SNP) is a company focused on the production and global distribution of ‘Small Modular Reactors’ (SMRs). The company plans to manufacture these reactors in facilities... MORE
Circular Textile Ecosystems
Circular Textile Ecosystems
Reju and Nouvelles Fibres Textiles Partner for an Initiative in France
Reju and Nouvelles Fibres Textiles (NFT) have entered a strategic partnership to enhance textile waste recycling and establish a robust circular textile ecosystem in France. NFT will “supply... MORE
Packaging-Free Produce Ranges
Packaging-Free Produce Ranges
ALDI is Trialling New Loose Fruit and Vegetable Options
ALDI is trialling some new loose fruit and vegetable options in the UK as part of the retailer’s initiative to reduce unnecessary packaging by encouraging shoppers to choose from produce a la... MORE
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AI tools that prepare applicants for professional interviews are on the rise
Trend - Companies are creating suites of AI-powered tools designed to improve the experience of job searching and interviewing. These tools range from resume generators and optimizers to mock interviews or interview feedback platforms. These brands aim to provide a leg-up in a competitive job market.

Insight - The rise of artificial intelligence is increasingly being integrated into countless professional and personal fields, with the hiring and onboarding processes being no exception. Human Resources departments are turning to AI tools to sift through resumes, leading to a competitive job market being made more competitive for applicants with less experience. In order to appeal to these aspiring professionals, brands are creating AI tools that streamline application processes.
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Extra-Speedy Last-Mile Deliveries
Extra-Speedy Last-Mile Deliveries
Snappy Shopper and Stuart Announced a New Partnership in the UK
Snappy Shopper and Stuart have announced a new partnership in the UK to provide customers with intuitive, easy access to their orders than ever before. The partnership will see both brands... MORE
Sustainable Digital Transformation Partnerships
Sustainable Digital Transformation Partnerships
ENOC Group is Working with SAP and Moro Hub
ENOC Group, a leading integrated global energy player, has announced a partnership with SAP, a global leader in enterprise application software, and Moro Hub, a subsidiary of Digital DEWA, the... MORE
Sustainable Plastics Innovations
Sustainable Plastics Innovations
SABIC Showcased its Plastics Innovations at NPE 2024
At NPE 2024, SABIC showcased its advancements in sustainable plastics under the theme “Collaborating to Create the Future.” The company presented a range of solutions designed to promote... MORE
Complimentary Christmas Shopping Campaigns
Complimentary Christmas Shopping Campaigns
The ALDI Big Advent Giveaway is Running in the UK
The ALDI Big Advent Giveaway is being run by the retailer in the UK to provide shoppers with the chance to win free Christmas shopping this holiday season. The promotion will see shoppers encouraged... MORE
Global Fashion Promotions
Global Fashion Promotions
E-Commerce Giant SHEIN Launches Extended Holiday Shopping Event
SHEIN is initiating an unprecedented holiday shopping campaign featuring discounts up to 90% across 300,000 items through December 30. The e-retailer’s strategic early launch aims to ease... MORE
Modular Empanada Manufacturing Machines
Modular Empanada Manufacturing Machines
The Anko EMP-3000 Empanada Making Machine is Speedy
The Anko EMP-3000 Empanada Making Machine is a speedy piece of equipment that’s engineered to make quick work of the preparation task related to the namesake Spanish food. The system is... MORE
Foam-Free Wine Pump Systems
Foam-Free Wine Pump Systems
The Vogelsang Wine Pump Has a User-Friendly Form
The Vogelsang wine pump has been introduced by the brand as a newly designed solution for manufacturing environments that aims to elevate the gentle process of transporting grapes and wines. The... MORE
play_circle_filledEasy-to-Shop Christmas Movies
Easy-to-Shop Christmas Movies
Roku's Jingle Bell Love Offers Viewers Walmart Shopping Integration
Jingle Bell Love is a full-length Christmas movie coming exclusively to The Roku Channel for viewers to enjoy this season for free with the ability to even do some of their own holiday shopping as... MORE
POM-Free Beauty Dispensers
POM-Free Beauty Dispensers
Aptar Beauty is Removing Polyoxymethylene From its Beauty Products
Aptar Beauty has announced the removal of polyoxymethylene (POM) from its beauty dispensing products, effective January 2025. POM, a formaldehyde releaser, has been replaced with polypropylene (PP)... MORE
Expedited Eyewear Services
Expedited Eyewear Services
GlassesUSA.com Launches Next-Day Prescription Glasses Delivery Service
GlassesUSA.com is upgrading the online eyewear shopping experience with the new Next Day Delivery service. The service, available for $19.95, offers thousands of frames across various price points,... MORE
Sustainable Innovation Funds
Sustainable Innovation Funds
Unilever and the US Government are Launching a $21M Fund
Unilever has partnered with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and EY to launch the CIRCLE Alliance, a $21 million public-private collaboration aimed at reducing plastic... MORE
Sustainability-Focused Energy Companies
Sustainability-Focused Energy Companies
MIMOS Berhad in Malaysia is Investing in Smart Technology
MIMOS Berhad, a national research and development agency under the Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation (MOSTI), is actively advancing sustainable energy solutions to position Malaysia as... MORE
Curtain-Free Packaging X-Ray Systems
Curtain-Free Packaging X-Ray Systems
The Loma X5 Pack Curtainless System Addresses Customer Needs
The Loma X5 Pack Curtainless System has been created by the brand in response to customer need to provide them with a curtain-free solution to incorporate into their setup. The unit is suited for... MORE
Natural Product-Focused Holiday Bazaars
Natural Product-Focused Holiday Bazaars
Naturally New York Plans a Special Event on December 11
Naturally New York, an organization that fosters connections within the natural products industry, is hosting its first-ever Holiday Bazaar on December 11 at Home Studios Inc. in New York City. The... MORE
Blockchain Office Spaces
Blockchain Office Spaces
Foresight Ventures Establishes a Strategic Office in New York City
Foresight Ventures, a prominent player in the crypto and Web3 investment space, has established a strategic office in New York City’s One World Trade Center. This move strengthens the company’s... MORE