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Top 55 New Ventures Trends in October

From Scent-Enabled VR Therapy to Video Gamer Talent Agencies

— October 16, 2021 — Autos
The top October 2021 new ventures see companies refreshing familiar offerings, as seen with department stores introducing their own subscription services, the launch of news-centered streaming services and sustainable grocery stores that offer waste-reducing refill services.

Across a wide range of industries, companies are getting into the creation of their very first NFTs. While some take the form of magazine covers or collectible digital art pieces, others are paired with physical assets that offer even more value in the real world. Iconic video game company Atari, for example, will soon be introducing The Arcade OG Series and Maxim is launching its own blockchain-based marketplace platform. Designed to put power back into the hands of creators and provide collectors with authentic ownership, NFTs speak to a new generation of collectors.
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Brand-Backed Grant Programs
Brand-Backed Grant Programs
Reebok Foundation's BOKS Announced a $250,000 Grant Program
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Multiscreen TV Measurement Solutions
Multiscreen TV Measurement Solutions
Ampersand Launches Its 'Total TV Measurement' Tool
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Curated Movie Trailer Platforms
Curated Movie Trailer Platforms
Loop Media Launches Streaming Channel Dedicated to Film Trailers
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News-Focused Streaming Services
News-Focused Streaming Services
CBS News Launches New Content Provider 'See It Now Studios'
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Creativity-Centered Business Ventures
Creativity-Centered Business Ventures
Accenture Acquires Malaysia-Based Marketing Firm Entropia
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Vegan QSR Expansions
Vegan QSR Expansions
Plant-Based Fast Food Chain Odd Burger Announces New Calgary Franchise
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AI-Enabled Innovation Tools
AI-Enabled Innovation Tools
Turbine Labs Has Launched 'Thought Leadership Briefing'
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Satellite-Powered UAV Connectivity Solutions
Satellite-Powered UAV Connectivity Solutions
Inmarsat Laucnhes 'Velaris' For Air Traffic Managment
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Day-Definite Shipping Services
Day-Definite Shipping Services
FedEx Launches an International Shipping Service in the AMEA Region
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B2B Video Streaming Platforms
B2B Video Streaming Platforms
VideoElephant Launches Channels Marketplace With 150 Video Feeds
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Basketball Magazine Cover NFTs
Basketball Magazine Cover NFTs
SLAM Set to Launch Massive NFT Collection On Tom Brady's Autograph
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Voice-Controlled Smart TVs
Voice-Controlled Smart TVs
Amazon Launches Its First Line of TVs Called the 'Fire TV Omni Series'
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Digital-Only Retail Banks
Digital-Only Retail Banks
JP Morgan is Set to Launch Digital Bank 'Chase' in the UK
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Live Video Shopping Expansions
Live Video Shopping Expansions
Clarins Group Expanded its Live Interaction With Consumers
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Cultural-Wear Brick-and-Mortars
Cultural-Wear Brick-and-Mortars
Libas Unveils its Plans to Open Two New Locations in New Delhi
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Amateur Photography Classes
Amateur Photography Classes
Canon South Africa Launched Canon Academy for Photography Enthusiasts
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Heavy-Duty Electric Distribution Trucks
Heavy-Duty Electric Distribution Trucks
Performance Team Launches an Electric Distribution Pilot
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Stylish Wearable Payment Devices
Stylish Wearable Payment Devices
Thames Technology Launches New 'PayCard+' Offering
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Magazine-Owned NFT Platforms
Magazine-Owned NFT Platforms
Maxim Announced the Launch of its Own Blockchain-Powered Marketplace
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Video Gamer Talent Agencies
Video Gamer Talent Agencies
Achieveminds Offers Support to Esport Competitors
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CBD-Focused Live Commerce Events
CBD-Focused Live Commerce Events
Uncle Bud's CBD Launches on Chinese Commerce Platform Tmall
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Interest-Free Pay-Later Apps
Interest-Free Pay-Later Apps
LayBuy Launches in the UK Presenting a Viable Alternative to Afterpay
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Eco-Friendly Bike Share Initiatives
Eco-Friendly Bike Share Initiatives
Humanforest Has Launched a Fleet of 800 E-Bikes in London
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Digital E-Commerce Concierges
Digital E-Commerce Concierges
High Alpha Has Launched 'HumanKind' For Online Retailers
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Vegan Gluten-Free Cakes
Vegan Gluten-Free Cakes
Organic Bytes Offers Organic, Vegan, and Dairy-Free Cakes
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Generous In-Flight Entertainment
Generous In-Flight Entertainment
Delta's Partnership with Spotify Brings New In-Flight Music
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E-Platform-Hosted Beauty Shops
E-Platform-Hosted Beauty Shops
Alleyoop Announced that it Launched an Official Shop on Amazon
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Checkout-Free Technology Startups
Checkout-Free Technology Startups
Zippin Secured Funding to Bring Its Technology to Stores by 2025
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Magazine-Owned Creative Agencies
Magazine-Owned Creative Agencies
Crack Magazine Launches Multi-Faceted Brand Agency Called 'CC Co'
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Department Store Beauty Subscriptions
Department Store Beauty Subscriptions
Liberty Now Offers The Beauty Drop Subscription Service
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Metaverse-Based Skateparks
Metaverse-Based Skateparks
Roblox and Vans Join Forces to Launch Virtual 'Vans World'
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Advanced Live Commerce Features
Advanced Live Commerce Features
Taobao Live Announces Plan to Supercharge Its Livestream Ecosystem
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Social Selling Cosmetic Platforms
Social Selling Cosmetic Platforms
MyL'Occitane is the Beauty Brand's New Social Sales Model
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UK Beauty Hall Expansions
UK Beauty Hall Expansions
Boots Announced its Expansion Plans with 30 New Beauty Stores
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Multi-Modal Travel Apps
Multi-Modal Travel Apps
Arriva Has Released a Smart Mobility App for Public Transport In Europe
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Economical Coffee Subscriptions
Economical Coffee Subscriptions
Pret a Manger Offers a Coffee Subscription Plan to Its Customers
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K-Beauty E-Commerce Content Platforms
K-Beauty E-Commerce Content Platforms
PowderRoom is Expanding to Include Product Co-Creation
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Hemp-Based Wellness Products
Hemp-Based Wellness Products
Love Hemp Group Expands to the Asian Market
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E-Bike Subscription Services
E-Bike Subscription Services
Dance Launched a Subscription Service to Access its New E-Bike
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Ultra-Fast Grocery Delivery Services
Ultra-Fast Grocery Delivery Services
Kroger and Instacart Launch 'Kroger Delivery Now'
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Fragrance Brand Subscription Expansions
Fragrance Brand Subscription Expansions
Scentbird is Officially Expanding its Services to Canada
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Wellness-Enhancing AR Glasses
Wellness-Enhancing AR Glasses
TRIPP Launches Augmented Reality Tool on Nreal's 5G Glasses
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All-In-One Finance Apps
All-In-One Finance Apps
The PayPal "Super App" Arrives Following Partnership With Synchrony Bank
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AR-Enabled Arcade Game NFTs
AR-Enabled Arcade Game NFTs
Atari's Founder is Set to Launch 'The Arcade OG Series' NFT Collection
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At-Home IV Therapies
At-Home IV Therapies
Home Infusion Startup HealthIV Promises to Cure Your Hangover
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Sports Brand Cosmetic Investments
Sports Brand Cosmetic Investments
JD Sports Invests in the Hair Care Brand Hairburst
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Waste-Reducing Furniture Resell Programs
Waste-Reducing Furniture Resell Programs
Ikea Launched its Buy Back & Resell Program in the US
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Highly-Immersive Whiskey Bars
Highly-Immersive Whiskey Bars
Lark Distillery Has Launched a Luxury Whiskey Experience in Tasmania
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Scent-Enabled VR Therapy
Scent-Enabled VR Therapy
Ketamine One Partners with OVR to Diversify Mental Health Offerings
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Chef-to-Consumer Meal Subscriptions
Chef-to-Consumer Meal Subscriptions
CookUnity Creates an Elevated Dining Experience at Home
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Blockchain-Based ASMR Marketplaces
Blockchain-Based ASMR Marketplaces
Xtingles Has Launched the First NFT Platform Dedicated to ASMR
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Millennial-Targeted Telehealth Platforms
Millennial-Targeted Telehealth Platforms
Hims & Hers Partners with REVOLVE to Reach Younger Crowds
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Sustainable Refill Grocery Stores
Sustainable Refill Grocery Stores
Asda Introduced a Refill Store With Loose Format Products
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Body-Inclusive Activewear Lines
Body-Inclusive Activewear Lines
Peloton Has Announced the Launch of 'Peloton Apparel'
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Microdosing Mushroom Gummies
Microdosing Mushroom Gummies
Gwella Mushrooms Launches Legal Magic Mushroom Gummy Called 'Mojo'
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