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IKEA introduces AI assistant in OpenAI GPT

The feature offers specific and customised home design needs for IKEA customers.

IKEA introduces AI assistant in OpenAI GPT

The feature offers specific and customised home design needs for IKEA customers.

How AI reshapes Asia’s foodservice sector

Operational efficiency due to AI use boosts companies’ bottom line.

True Religion gains new licensees for Star Ride Kids and Mad Engine Global

Star Ride Kids and Mad Engine Global will be featured in True Religion.

Crocs names CFO Anne Mehlman as President

Michelle Poole will step down from the role as EVP and President

Coupang finalises Farfetch acquisition

Farfetch will also improve its brand through $500m in capital.

Why FMGC specialists need loyalty schemes to succeed

Around 55.3% cite loyalty schemes as an influence in purchasing food and grocery.

H&M Group names new President and CEO

Outgoing CEO Helena Helmersson has left the company after 26 years.

Pandora shifts to recycled silver, gold for jewellery

It used 97% recycled silver and gold materials in 2023.

ASIA’S PAYMENTS, BANKING AND E-COMMERCE LEADERS TO CONVENE IN SINGAPORE TO SHAPE THE FUTURE OF DIGITAL COMMERCE IN THE REGION

Seamless Asia, the region’s leading payments, banking and e-commerce event, will once again convene in Singapore on 20 and 21 February 2024.  

Levi Strauss & Co. names new president, CEO

The company also assigned the new Chief Marketing Officer and Chief Merchandising Officer.

Lazada CEO appointed as Daraz’s acting CEO

James Dong succeed Daraz founder Bjarke Mikkelsen in the role.

Yoshinoya unveils discount e-card for transformative dining experience

Yoshinoya’s “Privilege Pass” provides customers with discount prices for various products.

Alibaba.com inks partnership with Alioth to support SMEs

Through the deal, Alioth will be given access to Alibaba’s online tools and sales channels.

JD Worldwide opens Paris warehose for cross-border purchases to China

The fashion goods warehouse will contain over 100 brands.

Fila appoints new Global Brand President

Klein has previously served as President of Fila USA.

FMCG spending up 6.1% YoY in 2023

This is mainly driven by inflation.