Retail media, AI & automation: last week’s top plays
RTIH’s weekly roundup of retail media, AI and automation deals, pilots and deployments — includes Debenhams, Macy’s, Rokt, Swiftly and more. Don’t miss trends.
Category: Business Automation
Kasada launches AI Agent Trust for Tourism Security
Kasada launches AI Agent Trust to help tourism firms manage AI agents securely, protect customer data and keep agentic commerce running smoothly.
TikTok Smart+ Upgrade Cuts Advertiser Friction
TikTok revamps Smart+ with creative automation, ad previews and new efficiency controls — addressing advertiser complaints and restoring campaign control.
AI-Powered Visa Applications: Rapid Growth, Key Vendors
HTF report says AI-powered visa application solutions are seeking strong growth. CGI, Sopra Steria and IBM are named — what this means for travel and government services.
Human+AI: How to Balance Automation and Insight Now
Balancing automation with human insight can boost productivity and reduce risk. Learn practical steps leaders can use to get ‘Human+AI’ right—before it’s too late.
Dimon: JPMorgan Will Hire Fewer People Due to AI
At the World Economic Forum, Jamie Dimon said JPMorgan will hire fewer people over five years as AI expands — he cautioned against mass layoffs.
US Dealers Move Past AI Hype to Real, Measurable ROI
Before the NADA Show, U.S. dealers are shifting from AI hype to focused deployments that cut costs and boost efficiency—real ROI from low‑complexity wins.
AI Fuels $50B Sprint in Accounting Software Cloud Shift
Accounting software is racing to a $50B market as AI and cloud adoption accelerate — why businesses risk being left behind and what leaders should watch.
Why Marketers Choose AI Automation Over Creativity
Marketers are favoring AI-driven automation over creative work. See why backend AI is winning, what teams risk losing, and how to regain balance.
Appian Adds AI-Focused Board Member — What It Means
Appian named David Link (ScienceLogic) to its board and audit committee effective Jan 25, 2026 — a nod to AI-driven observability and automation investors shouldn’t ignore.
Opus Scale launches advanced AI automation for SMBs
Opus Scale, led by Michael Rahovich, has unveiled AI automation solutions for SMBs — a timely move as competitors adopt automation to cut costs and scale.
Mews raises €255M to modernise hotels with AI
Hospitality tech Mews raised €255M to fast‑track AI and automation — hotels that delay risk losing ground on operations and guest experience.