While the September 2021 business trends span an impressive range of industries and boast a variety of innovative new ventures, there is a notable theme within this month's collection. In commerce, retail, art, sports, healthcare, and more, company's new and old appear to be eagerly embracing the new, virtual frontier.
In fact, a large number of this month's new ventures and business launches were in the burgeoning space of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and the metaverse. Commerce-oriented metaverse company Highstreet secured major funding to build its virtual world of retail experiences, while Atari announced the launch of its crypto casino, which will be accessible via 'Decentraland' -- a fully virtual metaverse platform. Moreover, VUELE premiered the first-ever Hollywood feature film to be delivered solely as an NFT, while Method Man tokenized a variety of hip-hop legends.
In addition, a range of virtual retail ventures and experiences were launched including a digital-only fashion platform called DressX, as well as an avatar-based shopping tool called 'PICTOFiT.'
Top 100 Business Trends in September
From Instant Metaverse-Focused Startups to NFT Movie Premiers:
Niko Pajkovic — Sep 4, 2021 — Business
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Phygital Sneaker Stores
Nike Rise Seoul Offers the Future of Digital & Physical Experiences
99
Autonomous Indoor Farming Drones
Aerofarms Teams Up With Nokia Bell Labs to Develop New Ag Tech
98
Sustainable Packaging Alternatives
L'Occitane Introduces In-Store Product Refills
97
Immersive Furniture Stores
IKEA's Home Experience of Tomorrow Introduces a New Store Design
96
Automated Dark Stores
Cache Creates & Operates Convenience Stores on Doordash and Ubereats
95
Innovative cannabis packaging
Child resistant, eco-friendly cannabis packaging
94
Express Cannabis Shops
Sip ‘N’ Smoke by Superette is Styled Like a Cafeteria with a Moving Line
93
Digital-Only Fashion Retailers
DressX Launches App That Lets Shoppers Try-On Virtual 3D Clothes
92
Text-Based Therapy Apps
K Health Expands into the Mental Health Space by Acquiring Trusst
91
Immersive Art-Focused Retail Stores
ECCO Has Launched One-Of-A-Kind Flagship Store in Shanghai
90
Exclusive Art-Covered Credit Cards
The American Express Centurion Art Cards are Eye-Catching
89
Versatile Retail Coffee Makers
The Franke A1000 FLEX Coffee & Espresso Machine is Feature-Rich
88
AR-Enabled Retail Tools
Reactive Reality Has Launched an Avatar-Based Shopping App Called PICTOFiT
87
Robotic Pizza Makers
Food Automation Startup 'Picnic' Has Launched Its First Pizza Making Device
86
Smart Retail Fridges
Micron Smart Vending's Machines Let Users Access Scan Codes to Access Items
85
Roving Industrial Retail Kiosks
The Conceptual XiaoChi Mobile Kiosk by Ky Luca is Accessible
84
Luxury Tequila Packaging
Cincoro Tequila Recently Updated Its Packaging to be More Refined
83
Canadian-Owned Online Baby Stores
Fox + Cove is an Elevated Online Baby Apparel Store
82
Instant Cash Resale Apps
Twig Lets Users Instantly Turn Their Used Things Into Cash
81
Playful Greengrocer Pop-Ups
Anya Hindmarch Launches Local Grocery Shop Called 'Anya’s Fruit & Veg'
80
Real-Time Online Shopping Services
'Korkuma' Converts Websites for a Live Shopping Experience
79
Exclusive Superhero NFTs
Marvel Launches First-Ever Spider-Man NFT Collectibles
78
Grab-And-Go Café Initiatives
Farmer's Fridge Has Partnered with Dunkin' in a New Pilot Program
77
Pop-Up Running Labs
On's Performance Running Lab Helps Runners Harness Their True Potential
76
Commerce-Oriented Metaverses
HTC-Backed Highstreet Secures Funding For Retail-Focused Metaverse
75
E-Commerce-Backed NFT Platforms
Alibaba Launches Digital Art Marketplace Called 'Alibaba Auction'
74
Small Business Workshop Series
The TikTok Small Biz Block Party Supports Small Businesses Recovery
73
Secondhand Wedding Pop-Ups
Resellfridges: The Wedding Lets People Shop for Pre-Loved Pieces
72
Community Athleisure Hubs
Gym+Coffee's Clubhouse is a Place to Socialize and Get Active
71
Vibrant Cruelty-Free Cosmetics
Sugarpill Recently Debuted its 10th Anniversary Collection
70
Metaverse-Focused Startups
TetaVi Rasises $20 Million to Develop Accessible Computer Vision Tech
69
In-Store Ghost Kitchens
Kroger & Kitchen United are Offering On-Demand Meal Pick Up and Delivery
68
Curated Food Delivery Platforms
'Foxtrot Anywhere' is a Delivery Service Favoring Local Businesses
67
Chic Upcycled Mask Designs
Onzie's Mindful Masks are Performance-Driven and Locally Made
66
Hybrid Workplace Platforms
Smarten Spaces Launches Tech for the Post-Pandemic Work World
65
Pop-Up Tennis Museums
The Wilson Pop-Up Museum Pays Homage to the Sport & Athletes
64
Collaborative Recycling Initiatives
Procter & Gamble Announced Its New Recycling Pledge
63
Specialized Virtual Marketing Startups
COGENT360 Rebrands and Expands Its 360 VR Platform
62
Racecar-Themed Virtual Restaurants
Virtual Dining Concepts Introduces 'NASCAR Refuel'
61
Immersive Airport Shops
Hudson Set to Launch Innovative Airport Store Called 'Evolve By Hudson'
60
Algae-Made Packaging
DS Smith Launches a Project to Develop Eco Packaging Made from Algae
59
Storytelling Wine Displays
Looma's Education Platform Helps Customers Make Informed Choices
58
Business-Focused App Stores
The Xero App Store Offers Over 1,000 Apps For Small Business Owners
57
Children-Focused Investment Apps
Hapi Assists Parents in Planning for Their Child's Future
56
Cotton Mesh Grocery Bags
Big Bee, Little Bee Offers Its Mesh Grocery Bag in Three Colors
55
Secondhand Fashion Marketplaces
Nuuly Thrift is for Buying and Selling Secondhand Goods
54
Runway Fashion Pop-Ups
Afterpay is Hosting Online & Offline Activities with See-Now-Buy-Now Tech
53
Female-Focused Health Platforms
InMode Launches a New Wellness Platform for Women
52
Hard-to-Recycle Packaging Programs
The Body Shop Recycling Program Processes Cosmetic Packaging
51
Plant-Based Sausage Expansions
The 'Impossible Sausage' Gets a Naionwide Grocery Store Launch
50
Subscription-Based Home Tech Repairs
Asurion Offers Tech Coverage Plans Fit For Pandemic Life
49
Dynamic Tech Repair Services
Likewize Disrupts the Tech Protection Industry with its New Model
48
Sustainable Fashion Marketplaces
Dayrize Helps Consumers Make Informed Purchasing Decisions
47
NFT Movie Premiers
VUELE Set To Release New Anthony Hopkins Film Exclusively on Its NFT Platform
46
Lavender Farm Events
Terre Bleu is Closing the Farming Season with an Exciting Collaboration
45
Immersive Cityscape Shops
Diptyque Created Travel-Themed Experiences in Selfridge’s Corner Shop
44
Non-Toxic Product Stores
The 0% Toxicity Store Provides Toxic-Free Healthy Everyday Products
43
Affordable Gym Center Expansions
Planet Fitness Announces Plans to Expand to Mexico
42
Bespoke AI-Designed Jeans
Unspun Uses Fit Technology To Create Custom-Fitted Jeans
41
Haircare-Backed Reforestation Campaigns
Herbal Essences and TerraCycle Take on an Eco Initiative
40
WFH Socialization Solutions
Video Window Remote Helps Workers Connect to One Another From Home
39
Mobile Auto Repair Services
RepairSmith Sends Certified Mechanics Right To Drivers Homes
38
Blockchain-Based Metaverse Casinos
Atari Set to Launch Interactive Crypto Arcade in Decentraland
37
Alcohol Delivery Service
7-Eleven Has Partnered with Minibar Delivery in a Alcohol Delivery Pilot
36
AR-Enabled Tech Repair Solutions
Vuzix and TechSee Partner to Deliver Eyewear Tool for Technicians
35
Evening Wear Rental Services
BORROW Offers Reasonably-Price Formal Wear Rentals
34
90s Hip-Hop NFTs
Russel Simmons Announces Launch of 'Masterminds of Hip-Hop' NFT Collection
33
Carbon-Farming Platforms
Growmark Announced its Initiative That Simplifies Carbon Trading
32
Automated Food Storage Systems
The Kardex Remstar Shuttle XP Vertical Lift Module is Advanced
31
Natural Home Cleaning Services
AspenClean Contributes to Comfort, Without Harming the Environment
30
Fast Fashion Resale Platforms
H&M Rewear Exclusively Available to Canadians
29
Bespoke AI-Based Serums
Openface is an AI-Powered Personalized D2C Skincare Solution
28
NFT-Based Gaming Initiatives
Refinable's New Program Will Support Play-To-Earn Video Game Movement
27
Virtual Movie Ad Experiences
Metamedia Joins Super 78 and Howie Mandel to Launch 'Magic Screen'
26
Sustainable Electricity Sources
IKEA Recently Launched a New Renewable Energy Service
25
Mobile Tech Repair Companies
NerdsToGo Expands Home Tech Repair Services Throughout the U.S.
24
Canadian Skincare Brand Expansions
Indeed Labs Unveiled its Newest Location in Hong Kong
23
Fast-Food Delivery-Only Kitchens
Wendy's Announced Plans to Open 700 Delivery-Only Kitchens
22
Cryptocurrency Conversion Services
MovoCash's New Feature Lets Users Convert Crypto Into Cash
21
Plant-Based Breakfast Snacks
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf Launches a Menu with Meat-Free Options
20
Decentralized Social Media Initiatives
Twitter Announces the Launch of 'Bluesky' Crypto Venture
19
International Virtual Food Auctions
eZad is a New Online Auction House for Date Vendors and Buyers
18
Hybrid TV Platforms
Elisa Releases Next-Generation TV Service Built For Mixed Viewing Habits
17
Cash-Back Cryptocurrency Reward Initiatives
Venmo is Launching the New Cash Back to Crypto Option
16
Global Digital Payment Apps
Purplepay has Launched its Mobile Payment Solution for Global Use
15
Third-Party IT Solutions Software
Teamviewer Partners with Jamf to Help Clients Fix Apple Devices
14
Weather-Based Food Recommendations
Pizza Hut Announces its Plans to Build a New AI Technology
13
Lawyer-Locating Apps
The 'LegalShield' App Connects Individuals & Businesses to Attorneys
12
Flexible Payment Apps
NET-A-PORTER Partners with Klarna to Offer Customers New Payment Options
11
Sustainable Hydrating Body Lotions
Nola Skinsentials' Love Your Body Lotion is Natural and Vegan
10
Alternative Streaming Platforms
Electric Entertainment Launches OTT Service for Vizio Smart TVs
9
Ultra-Conformable Face Masks
Prototypum is the Newest Face Mask Designed for Frontline Workers
8
Extremely Black Inks
Stuart Semple's New Blink Color is One of the Blackest Blacks Available
7
Digital Break Room Platforms
The 'Virtual Break Room' is a Place for Non-Essential Topics
6
Wellness-Focused Retail Credit Cards
The myWalgreens Credit Card Rewards Health-Focused Purchases
5
Blockchain-Based Comic Book Platforms
Method Man Launches Crypto Comic Universe 'Tical World'
4
Crypto-Forward Movie Theatres
AMC Set to Accept Bitcoin for Movie Tickets and Concessions
3
Group-Oriented Finance Apps
'Micc Financial' Helps Groups Work Towards Their Financial Objectives
2
Pay-At-Your-Convenience Digital Services
Mercedes-Benz Makes Payment Stress-Free and Digital
1
Workplace Video Chat Apps
Popcorn's New App Lets Coworkers Connect Via Short Recorded Videos
Related Ideas
Virtual Fashion Contests
Bratz and ZEPETO Launch a Four-Week Avatar Styling Challenge
Gamified AR Footwear Fittings
Tootsie Augmented Reality Makes Shoe Shopping More Fun for Kids
Fashion-Focused AI Production Studios
Vyking Debuts an AI-Driven Content Creation Module
Spatial AI Shopping Technologies
VusionGroup EdgeSense AI Immerses Shoppers
Co-Branded Immersive Blockchain Events
Pudgy Penguins and OpenSea Host Pengu Pier
Art-Display Smart TVs
Amazon Turns Televisions into Gallery-Style Digital Canvases
AI Virtual Fitting Rooms
Perfect Corp. is Bringing a Try-On Experience to Fashion Forward Week
Social Media-Inspired Retail Apps
Depop Outfits Lets Users Create Moodboards and Collages
Show-Inspired Marketplace Campaigns
Facebook Marketplace x Netflix Launch a Bridgerton Experience
Hyper-Personalized AI Shopping Tech
OTB Group Embraces Hyper-Personalization with Google Cloud
Metaverse-Powered Watch Campaigns
Casio's G-SHOCK Watch Line Partners with The Sandbox
AI-Driven Shoppable Catwalks
Topshop and THG Studios are Hosting a Next-Gen Fashion Experience
AI-Powered Fashion-Focused Digital Platforms
Makalot & Meta Intelligence Spotlight StyTrix
Community-Driven Shopping Experiences
A TikTok Shop Pop-Up is Coming to Westfield Stratford
Sci-Fi Sneaker Capsules
PUMA x E.T. Collection Has Nostalgic Graphics Through Footwear and Apparel
Fashion-Branded Café Experiences
Vogue Blends Retail with Immersive Hospitality Spaces
Dynamic Scent-Inspired Fashion Presentations
Startup Fashion Week 2026 Concluded Its Program
Interactive Toy Experiences
Spin Master Highlights Opportunities in the Toy Sector in 2026
Fandom Culture Retail Experiences
EB Games x Vibrant Marketing Launch an 'EB Trends' Store Concept
Fashion-Inspired Coffee Events
Starbucks Partnered with NYFW2026 and Hosted a Coffeehouse Rave
Live Social Shopping Expansions
QVC® Announces New Brands That Will Join Its Roster in 2026
Blockchain Learning Tools
Web3 Quest Platforms Helps Founders Engage Users and Reward Learning
Ai-Powered Metaverse Collaborations
Futureverse Strengthens Its Reebok Impact Collaboration
AI-Generated Fashion Week Content
Miami Fashion Week Willl Make Use of AI-Generated Content
Immersive Video Shopping Experiences
ASOS Live Blends Creator-Led Content with Real-Time Shopping
Entertainment-Powered Retail Experiences
AT&T Brings Toy Story 5 to Interactive Store Activations
Entertainment Insight Platforms
Celebs Bucks Delivers Celebrity News And Net Worth Insights
AI-Powered 3D Avatars
AVATAi's Platform Creates Customizable Digital Brand Ambassadors
Beauty Entrepreneurs Growth Studios
Breakout Beauty UK Represents a Strategic Initiative
Marketer-Targeted Albums
The Spotify Tunetorials Campaign Blurs Education and Entertainment
Experiential Brand Stores
New Era Creates Interactive Retail Space With Custom Cap Design
AI Retail Forecasts
Experts Outline how AI will Reshape Commerce By 2026
Playable Brand Universes
adidas and Brawl Stars Connect Gaming, Apparel and Live Fan Experiences
Imaginative Fantasy-Inspired Campaigns
Canva Spotlights its Creative Tools Ahead of Halloween
Virtual Live-TV Experiences
DIRECTV Launches Its DIRECTV on Meta Quest Viewing
Mobile Beauty Pop-Ups
Henkel’s göt2b Debuts a Citywide Mobile Beauty Experience
Hybrid Resale Platforms
StockX Adds Used Sneakers and Vintage Apparel to Its Platform
AI-Powered Shoppable Runways
Topshop and THG Studios Hosted a Front Row AI Experience
Comprehensive Fast Food Reports
Yum! Brands, Inc. Explores Food Trends Influencing the Industry
Renaissance-Inspired Curated Beauty Marketplaces
Rennaï Has Launched an E-Commerce Website
AI Influencer Platforms
Statusphere Raised $18 Million to Scale Micro-Influencer Marketing
AI-Driven Wholesale Platforms
Hypedrop Validates, Designs and Develops Products in Six Weeks
Social Commerce Supplements
youtheory Expands Wellness Sales Through TikTok Shop
Corporate Travel Trends
Navan Reported Its Corporate Booking Data for FIFA World Cup Host Cities
AI-Driven Sports Startups
IBM Launches Its Sports Tech Startup Challenge
Art-Tech Zine Collaborations
twentynine zine Turns AI Nostalgia to Art Using Yoga 9i Aura Edition
Streamlined Wedding-Focused Retail Experiences
The Knot Worldwide Boasts New WeddingPro Features
Pop-Up Sports Hospitality
Toronto’s FIFA Fan Festival Turns Urban Spaces into Immersive Fan Hubs
Production-Led Live Commerce Events
P.Louise Launches Get Unteddy With Me on TikTok Shop
Customer-Led Loyalty Programs
The Iconic Unveils a Loyalty Program Built on Community Insight
Next-Gen Consumer Goods Technologies
Unilever and Google Cloud Partner to Produce Strong Products
Curated Discovery Stores
The Shelf Spotlights Emerging Food, Drink and Wellness Brands
Film Masterpieces-Focused Programming Initiatives
Regal Cinemas Debuts the Month of Masterpieces
AI-Centric Publication Podcasts
VentureBeat Announced a New AI Podcast Alongside its Research
Social-First Retail Commerce
Shoezone expands TikTok Shop through creator-led shopping
Curated Resale Experiences
Poshmark Blends Community Curation with Personalized Shopping
Limited-Edition Designer-Forward Collaborations
Black Market Debuts the Highly Anticipated Capsule
Novel Multi-Brand Retail Experiences
Lightspeed Commerce Debuts Multi-Brand Shopping and Ordering
Offline Dating Experiences
Beyond Debuts Social Club Prioritizing In Person Connections
Digital Game Distribution Platforms
Sony Innovation Fund & London Venture Partners Support VaultN
Video-Centric World Models
Runway Launches Its First World Model
AI Sports Research Platforms
Ten Toes Launched Its Ten Beat Sports Fan AI Intelligence Platform
Anniversary-Celebrating Marketplace Events
eBay Inc. is Commemorating Its Thirtieth Anniversary
Shoppable Reel Features
Meta Expands Reels with Product Tagging on Instagram and Facebook
Interactive Digital Humans
Beyond Presence Enables Real-Time Humanlike Video Agents at Scale
Unique Co-Designed Capsules
Etsy Partners With WNBA Players for The 'Icon Collection'
Lifelong Reskilling Cultures
McKinsey And General Catalyst Highlight Continuous AI-Era Upskilling
Shoppable Microdramas
Crocs and SuperOrdinary Turn TikTok Storytelling Into Shopping Experiences
Future Tech Blogs
Next Horizon Covers AI, Space, Biotechnology And Emerging Technologies
Digital Fashion Design Competitions
CLO Virtual Fashion Launches CUT, SLASH & CORSET
Multi-Revenue Fashion Platforms
Rent the Runway expands into resale, ads and cleaning services
Shared Reality Entertainment
Sony Pictures invests in Cosm to expand Shared Reality entertainment
Curated Resale Storefronts
eBay's The NYC Edit Storefront Shares Tastemaker Selections
Startup Idea Newsletters
Easy Startup Ideas Delivers Business Roadmaps For Aspiring Founders
Retail-Style Hotel Commerce
Aven Hospitality Embeds E-Commerce Features into Hotel Journeys
Human-Centered Marketplace Campaigns
Etsy's Shop Other Jeffs Celebrates Independent Sellers
Personalized Telehealth Service Platforms
Enhanced Reports Success of the Inaugural Enhanced Games
Fashion-Beauty Convergence
Première Vision and Cosmetic Valley Unite Fashion and Beauty Brands
Expanded Tech Marketplaces
Best Buy Unveils a Digital Marketplace with New Possibilities
Soccer-Themed Entertainment Events
Sky Zone Turns Global Soccer Excitement into Active Play
Mainstream Storefront Metaverse Launches
Decentraland Debuts On Epic Games Store and Mobile
Limited Gaming Merchandise
The XBOX Game Studios Shop Launches Merchandise Tied to Xbox Franchises
Sports Lifestyle Retail
Nordstrom Blends World Cup Fashion with Immersive Pop-Ups
Celebrity-Supported Luxe Fashion Campaigns
BOSS Taps Renowned Public Figures for Fall 2025
Social-First Beauty Retailers
Sally Beauty Joins TikTok Shop
Franchise IP Platforms
Authentic Acquires Care Bears to Expand Entertainment Ecosystem
Performance Marketing Platforms
PebblePost Expanded into Connected Television Advertising
Self-Expression Retail Campaigns
Tillys Marked Ten Months of Its Discover Your Style Campaign
AI Market Insights
Byte AI Helps Analyze Stock Trends With AI-Driven Insights
Agentic Beauty Shopping
Ulta Beauty Integrates Gemini AI for Seamless Product Discovery
Mobile Luxury Boutiques
Mytheresa Tours the Hamptons with a Curated Mobile Boutique
In-Store Creator Commerce
Mac Cosmetics Turns Retail Employees into Live-Streaming Creators
Conversational Video Discovery
Youtube Introduces AI-Powered Search with Interactive Responses
Live Resale Marketplaces
StockX Brings Live Auctions and Shopping to Its Platform
Parental AI Insights Features
Meta Launches Its Insights Tab For Meta AI
Art-Focused Retail Capsules
Mattel and MoMA Partner to Craft a New Collaborative Collection
Circular Fashion Platforms
eBay Acquired Depop to Grow Its Fashion Resale Ecosystem
Attention Economy Agencies
VaynerX Launches Tamara Group to Drive Social-First Brand Relevance
Pop-Up Mini Malls
The Disney+ Hulu Throwbacks Mini Mall Revisits 90s & Y2K Classics
Spatial Commerce Platforms
Curie Shop Brings Interactive Product Exploration To Sneaker Shopping
Creator-Led Beauty Commerce
Amazon India Combines Creator Content and Beauty Shopping
City-Focused Influencer Platforms
Storytime Launches Storytime Marketplace in Cities
Social-to-Outdoor Campaigns
Tribesigns Extends TikTok's Super Wish Campaign to Times Square
Exclusive AI-Driven Hardware Exhibitions
Gotvoom Organized a Private Exhibition Space for CES 2026
Social Media-Inspired Streaming Apps
The Netflix App Feed Will Introduce a TikTok-Like Style
Conversational Streaming Apps
Tubi Launches a ChatGPT App for Easier Content Discovery
Empathy-First Loyalty Playbooks
SumUp's CEO Highlights Main Street Tactics For Tech Loyalty
Multimodal Data Marketplaces
Wirestock Raises $23M To Fund Its Data Supply Platform
Social Finance Ecosystems
Venmo blends payments, rewards, and social discovery features
Product Discovery Communities
MillionShip Turns Product Discovery Into A Playful Experiences
Small Business-Honoring Events
Fairfax City Economic Development Brings Back Small Business Month
Bespoke DOOH Storytelling Channels
Hello! And Limited Space Have Launched Orbit Channel
Consumer Brand Launches
Labor Smart Announced Culturally-Driven Product Collaborations
Global Brand Refresh Systems
'Face the Future' Announces Rebrand With ShopTalk Studio
Service-Backed Recommerce Platforms
Commonplace Launches Marketplace With Built-In Delivery
Balanced Venture Bets
Nexus Venture Partners Splits $700M Fund Between AI and India Startups
Event-Centric Camping Experiences
Huttopia Hosts World Cup Viewing and Activities at Its Campsites
AI Adoption Insights
The 2025 State Of AI Development Reveals Key Industry Trends
Digital-First Furniture Stores
Article Debuted Its Direct-To-Consumer Furniture Stores in the U.S.
Tabletop-To-Digital Franchises
Descent Expands into a Cooperative Tactical RPG Experience
Startup Deal Platforms
Discover Hidden Startup Gems With Micro Deals This Black Friday
Marketplace Showrooms
StockX Combines Shopping, Seller Services and Community Events in New York
Curated Film Selections
The Planet Classroom Network Debuts Nine Short Films in October
Outdoor Lifestyle Brand Platforms
Merrell Launches the It Starts Outside Campaign
Interactive Traveler-Focused Campaigns
Tessan Will Spotlight the 100 Travelers Campaign
Strategic Reward-Focused Retail Campaigns
WeShop Launches 'Shopping Starts Here' Campaign
Retail Media Leadership Communities
RETHINK Retail Launches Executive Media in Retail Community
Streaming-Inspired Toy Lines
Moose Toys Expands Netflix Stories Into Toy Collections
Retail Marketing Advancements
Westfield Rise Debuts a Programmatic Targeting Solution For Malls
Data-Led Brand Creation
AS Watson Builds Brands Using Shopper Insights and Loyalty Data
Purpose-Led Emerging Brands Initiatives
7-Eleven Taps 27 Brands for Its 2026 Brands with Heart™
Digital Sharing Platforms
Venture Vault Enables Innovators to Share Ideas and Collaborate
Omnichannel Retail Media Networks
Target's Roundel Expands Advertising Across Streaming and Stores
Prediction Market Integrations
Polymarket and Parti.com Embedded Live Trading Into Livestreams
AI Leasing Accelerator Programs
RET Ventures Launches RET Ventures AI Accelerator Program
Live Event Fan Platforms
SeatGeek Launched Its Game Day Your Way to Unify Stadium Fan Data
High-Profile Festive Marketplace
Naturally New York Launches the Second Annual Holiday Bazaar
Category-Focused Ball Retailers
The Ball Depot Launches its New E-Commerce Platform
AI-Native Commerce Platforms
VTEX Introduced the AI-Native Commerce Suite for AI Adoption
Connected Ecosystem Rebranding Initiatives
WithU Group Announces Its Rebrand as 10XU