Meta oversight board urges changes to Facebook “cross-check” program: Panel says initiative puts social giant’s business interests above free speech.

Brick-and-mortar retail’s resurgence continues: Retailers opened more stores than they closed in Q3 while malls lean heavily on experiential tenants to drive traffic.

Microsoft is considering a super app: If the company proceeds with its plans, it could drive more advertising revenue—but that’s a big if.

What does the future hold for loyalty and rewards programs? We share insights from our recent report’s findings.

For holiday shopping, 56% of US consumers prefer online-only retailers, and 49% favor mass merchants, according to Deloitte. Off-price retailers rank No. 3 on this list, nearly tied with the remaining four retail formats.

Switzerland eyes draconian grid-saving measures: Amid a European energy crisis that’s growing dire as winter approaches, officials are considering an EV ban. Incorporating hydrogen and advanced solar is another option.

There’s still money in grocery delivery: But investors are prioritizing sustainable growth over rapid expansion.

Health and personal care will be the third-fastest-growing ecommerce sales category this year, growing 22.1% year over year, according to our forecast.

US consumers continue to spend: But they’re increasingly selective about their purchases, which is bad news for retailers selling pricey goods such as consumer electronics.

China eases COVID-19 mandates: Restrictions are lifting as Beijing softens its stance on zero-COVID, but uneven implementation, worker shortages, and production migration could prolong economic recovery.

Warner Bros. Discovery cuts through a brand crisis: The media giant is naming its merged streaming service “Max,” keeping brands like HBO in their own hubs.

2022 was a year of struggle—and innovation—for restaurants: But 2023 won’t be much easier as inflation causes consumers to cut back on dining out.

Retailers look to gain incremental sales via resale: eBay UK (via a partnership with ACS) and Archive both look to make it easier for companies to enter the growing space.

Tech’s recession another blow to Gen Z: After pandemic disruptions, career paths are foiled by tech’s upheaval. More schooling and work in other sectors have consequences for the tech industry.