Global Scans · Retail · Weekly Summary

• [New] Zebra Technologies rolled out advanced AI-powered solutions for retail frontline operations, moves that could lift hardware attach rates and SaaS revenue for supply-chain and store-level use cases. Stock Titan
• [New] By the 2030s, AR could exceed $300 billion, creating unprecedented opportunities across retail, education, healthcare, and entertainment. Gadget Hacks
• [New] Retailers have spent years layering new technology atop legacy systems, but in 2027 demands a shift from expansion to integration. Cision PR Newswire
• [New] By 2027, artificial intelligence will no longer be a layer on top of retail operations. SiliconANGLE
• [New] Accenture is betting that the future of retail will run through AI with an investment in Profitmind, an agent-based platform that automates pricing decisions, inventory management, and planning. The Register
• [New] The firm projects Bitcoin will reach a new all-time high in the first half of 2026, driven by macro demand for alternative stores of value and improved regulatory conditions. yellow.com
• [New] In 2026, the success or failure of AI initiatives will depend less on algorithms and more on whether retailers have a connected, enterprise-wide data foundation. Signity Software Solutions Pvt Ltd
• [New] In 2026, retailers that operationalize AI across forecasting, supply chain, labour, and store intelligence will achieve measurable ROI. Signity Software Solutions Pvt Ltd
• [New] In 2026, retailers that adopt agentic AI will operate with greater speed, resilience, and precision. Signity Software Solutions Pvt Ltd
• [New] Up to 40% of workers in consumer goods and retail industries in developed countries may need to reskill or transition to new roles by 2030 due to technological progress. The Business of Fashion
• [New] Retail media CTV ad spending will grow 45.5% in 2025, with one in five CTV ad dollars projected to go to retail media by 2027. AI Digital
• [New] McKinsey estimates that the transition toward Agentic Commerce could represent US$ 1 trillion in the U.S. B2C retail sector by 2030, with a global opportunity reaching US$3 to 5 trillion as automated shopping and payment flows become part of everyday life. FinExtra
• [New] Amazon is developing AR glasses targeting late 2026/early 2027 retail timing. Glass Almanac
• [New] In 2026, retailers will accelerate their transformation into media businesses. Retail Systems
• [New] Retailers like Amazon and Walmart use AI to predict demand for millions of products, taking into account seasonality, holidays, weather, local events, and many other factors. Ysell.pro
• [New] By 2026, a significant portion of global retail supply chains will incorporate nearshoring strategies, particularly in sectors where speed, sustainability, and quality are critical. BusinessCraft Nordic
• [New] In 2026, global retail e-commerce sales are projected to reach $6.88 trillion, accounting for 21.5% of total global sales. Wiserreview
• [New] Retail AI investments are projected to surpass $100 billion by 2030. Loss Prevention Media
• [New] Retail media will transition from a niche opportunity to a central pillar of digital ad budgets by 2026. Communicate online
• [New] The overall retail sector, valued at US$ 1.06 trillion in 2022, is projected to expand to US$ 1.93 trillion by 2030, reflecting rising consumer demand and growth in categories such as FMCG and consumer durables. / India Asia IP

Last updated: 15 January 2026