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Walmart veteran Alison Hilzer steps into new social commerce content and platform ecosystem role

Scott Thompson 26/05/2026 Scott Thompson 26/05/2026

Walmart veteran Alison Hilzer steps into new social commerce content and platform ecosystem role

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The hidden economics of TikTok Shop: why content quality outperforms follower count

Yu Jiang 21/05/2026 Yu Jiang 21/05/2026

The hidden economics of TikTok Shop: why content quality outperforms follower count

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Shoezone goes live on TikTok Shop platform as omnichannel retailer leans into social first approach

Scott Thompson 18/05/2026 Scott Thompson 18/05/2026

Shoezone goes live on TikTok Shop platform as omnichannel retailer leans into social first approach

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IGD research: Gen Z puts quick commerce on the map as online grocery space fragments in the UK

Staff Writer 08/05/2026 Staff Writer 08/05/2026

IGD research: Gen Z puts quick commerce on the map as online grocery space fragments in the UK

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UK-based cosmetics brand Doll Beauty opts to step off TikTok Shop discount train amid strategy shift

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AI generated content boom boosts demand for authentic experiences in social buying journeys

Staff Writer 10/04/2026 Staff Writer 10/04/2026

AI generated content boom boosts demand for authentic experiences in social buying journeys

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Staff Writer 26/03/2026 Staff Writer 26/03/2026

Korean skincare brand Beauty of Joseon enlists THG Commerce to power UK TikTok Shop launch

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Kanzen Skincare and other brands prep TikTok Shop livestream event on London's Oxford Street

Staff Writer 24/03/2026 Staff Writer 24/03/2026

Kanzen Skincare and other brands prep TikTok Shop livestream event on London's Oxford Street

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Pinterest teams with creators as it announces launch of first shoppable TV series on Roku

Staff Writer 24/03/2026 Staff Writer 24/03/2026

Pinterest teams with creators as it announces launch of first shoppable TV series on Roku

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Snapchat lays claim to benchmark breaking US campaign with Danish wishlist app GoWish

Staff Writer 19/03/2026 Staff Writer 19/03/2026

Snapchat lays claim to benchmark breaking US campaign with Danish wishlist app GoWish

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Ulta Beauty scores a beauty retail social commerce first with 17th March launch on TikTok Shop

Staff Writer 16/03/2026 Staff Writer 16/03/2026

Ulta Beauty scores a beauty retail social commerce first with 17th March launch on TikTok Shop

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Retail technology innovation of the week: John Lewis invests in AI and social shopping experiences

Staff Writer 13/03/2026 Staff Writer 13/03/2026

Retail technology innovation of the week: John Lewis invests in AI and social shopping experiences

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TikTok Shop connects with Sophie Tea as social commerce platform enters art market for first time

Staff Writer 10/03/2026 Staff Writer 10/03/2026

TikTok Shop connects with Sophie Tea as social commerce platform enters art market for first time

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THG Studios, Topshop, PayPal, Google Cloud bag world record with AI powered shoppable catwalk

Staff Writer 02/03/2026 Staff Writer 02/03/2026

THG Studios, Topshop, PayPal, Google Cloud bag world record with AI powered shoppable catwalk

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Retail Technology Show: Roblox tops TikTok as biggest commerce channel for Gen Z shoppers

Staff Writer 25/02/2026 Staff Writer 25/02/2026

Retail Technology Show: Roblox tops TikTok as biggest commerce channel for Gen Z shoppers

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Shark Beauty and LOOKFANTASTIC bring live social commerce to AI driven shoppable catwalk

Staff Writer 24/02/2026 Staff Writer 24/02/2026

Shark Beauty and LOOKFANTASTIC bring live social commerce to AI driven shoppable catwalk

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Staff Writer 19/02/2026 Staff Writer 19/02/2026

UK family run brand L’ERA Jewellery pulls in £140k in revenue via TikTok Live during 2025

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Habitat and Pinterest launch final social story in their Home of Attention partnership

Staff Writer 16/02/2026 Staff Writer 16/02/2026

Habitat and Pinterest launch final social story in their Home of Attention partnership

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Pacsun claims market first with launch of its social commerce app PS Community Hub

Staff Writer 12/01/2026 Staff Writer 12/01/2026

Pacsun claims market first with launch of its social commerce app PS Community Hub

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TalkShopLive announces appointment of former TikTok e-commerce leader Sandie Hawkins as its new CEO

Staff Writer 12/12/2025 Staff Writer 12/12/2025

TalkShopLive announces appointment of former TikTok e-commerce leader Sandie Hawkins as its new CEO

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