In 1948, a supermarket problem sketched in simple lines inspired a new code: And the barcode quietly transformed modern shoppingWhat began as a mundane challenge in a local grocery store ignited the spark of a revolutionary idea. Inventors Bernard Silver and Norman J...
Autodesk revamps self-serve store for next generation of creators and buildersThis digital-first approach simplifies discovery, purchase, and management of Autodesk solutions, reflecting India's growing digital econom...
Manam Chocolate raises $9 million funding from Omnivore, Turner MorrisonThe craft chocolate company plans to use the funding to expand its retail footprint to 18 stores in the next two years, adding more product...
Weis Markets rolls out Instacart's AI-powered caper carts to reinvent in-store shoppingWeis Markets has partnered with Instacart to launch AI-powered Caper Carts, bringing smart shopping cart technology to select grocery store...
Contactless card payments on the rise as Indian shoppers swipe less, tap moreIndian shoppers are increasingly opting for contactless 'tap-and-pay' card transactions, with estimates suggesting they now account for up ...
ADIA to sell Rs 1,944 crore Lenskart stake days after SoftBank exitAbu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) is set to divest up to 2.3% of its stake in eyewear retailer Lenskart for approximately Rs 1,944 cror...
Every '80s home had a velvet-lined box of silver flatware that never left the sideboard; now those sterling sets are the thrift-store kitchen find designers are hunting forThrift stores are witnessing a surprising surge in demand for vintage silver serving ware, with millennials and Gen Z leading the charge. T...
In 1893, a chemist was silvering double-walled glass for cold gases and made a stubborn flask, which created the thermosIn the pursuit of knowledge, scientist James Dewar engineered an innovative container specifically designed for the exploration of ultra-ch...
A new IPO frenzy: Why is Bharat making a beeline for bourses?Retail chains from smaller Indian towns are planning to raise over Rs 7,000 crore through IPOs. These companies see capital markets as a fa...
ChatGPT gets smarter memory as OpenAI launches Dreaming architectureOpenAI has introduced Dreaming, a new memory architecture for ChatGPT that continuously updates and refines what the AI remembers about use...
Zepto overtakes Instamart in order count, trails Blinkit in scale and profitabilityFor the January-March quarter of FY26, Blinkit reported a net order value of Rs 14,386 crore, compared with Zepto’s calculated net order va...
Customers will feast as Zepto to pour fuel into quick commerce fireZepto’s proposed Rs 9,500 cr ($1 billion) IPO could significantly intensify competition in India’s already crowded quick commerce market. T...
WWDC26: Apple's new Siri AI aims to become a truly personal assistantApple unveiled Siri AI at WWDC26, a significant overhaul powered by Apple Intelligence. The new Siri understands personal context across ap...
WWDC 2026: Siri AI, Apple Intelligence, child safety tools and more — Biggest announcements from AppleApple has announced its biggest AI advancements at WWDC 2026. A completely redesigned Siri will understand context and perform actions acro...
Here to win quick commerce, will become market leader in near-term: Samir Kumar, Amazon India chiefAmazon is planning to aggressively expand its 10-minute delivery service, Amazon Now, aiming for market leadership despite moderating quick...
Gas at $4: Americans cut back on discretionary spends as fuel bills mountAmericans are adjusting their spending as fuel prices climb. Shoppers are altering routines, visiting discount stores for gas, and cutting ...
Apple removes Russia's state-backed messenger from App StoreApple has removed Russia's state-backed Max messenger from its App Store, citing compliance with sanctions. The app, developed by VK whose ...