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October 28, 2025
 
 
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Hire Smarter This Holiday Season
Hire Smarter This Holiday Season
It's time to think about holiday hiring, already. Last year, employers across the country added 12,000 jobs in October, after adding more than 200,000 in September. Which means the time is here to start getting your plan in place to tackle your high-volume, hourly holiday hiring. The name of the game is speed, scale, and quality. Here's your playbook for tackling this year's seasonal hiring challenges.
Full Story: TWICE (10/28)
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AI is the Future of Commerce. Stay Ahead.
AI isn't hype anymore—it's here. Join EPAM, Stripe, and commercetools to learn how to harness AI—responsibly and effectively. See how AI is reshaping the shopper journey, and learn why composability is key to doing it right. The brands moving first are already winning. Register now!
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Martin Puleo Hired As Petra Industries CFO
 
Martin Puleo Hired As Petra Industries CFO
Consumer technology authority and wholesale electronics distributor, Petra Industries, has announced the appointment of Martin Puleo as the company's new Chief Financial Officer.
Full Story: TWICE (10/28)
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The Future of Retail: What's Coming in 2026
AI personalization and seamless customer experiences defined 2025, but the retail landscape is about to shift again. Join us on November 5th for a fast-paced webinar where industry experts reveal the top trends and technologies shaping 2026. Discover how to stay ahead, boost productivity, and deliver next-level shopping experiences. Register now!
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Retail
 
Retailers enter a generative AI feedback loop
 
Retailers enter a generative AI feedback loop
The retail industry is working to catch up on generative AI as the technology evolves at a rapid pace. While plenty of companies are using it to drive efficiency, it's also presented a change to how consumers discover new products.
Full Story: Retail Dive (10/27)
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How tariffs may skew retail sales results this earnings season
CNBC (10/28)
 
 
Retail sales show US consumer spending holds up, but 'almost everyone' is looking for deals
Yahoo (9/16)
 
Is Your AV Business Built to Sell?
Every owner dreams of a big payout, but few know how to get there.
Join our webinar to discover what really drives buyers to pay top dollar for an AV business. Learn how to strengthen your company's value, and prepare for a smooth transition.
Even if selling feels years away, the moves you make now can define your future payday.
Register now!
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Enter Your Products In The 2026 TWICE Picks Awards At CES 2026
Enter Your Products In The 2026 TWICE Picks Awards At CES 2026
The world of technology is ever-evolving and it's important to recognize those brands who are leading the way with their innovative products and creative solutions. TWICE, Residential Systems, and TechRadar Pro are again proud to celebrate those products and solutions with the CES Picks Awards for 2026. These awards provide an opportunity for you to earn the publicity and accolades your business deserves as we enter the new year.
Full Story: TWICE (10/21)
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The Power of AI in Contact Centers
AI offers a solution for contact centers to achieve more with fewer resources, without compromising quality. Join the webinar with Salesforce and Leaptree on October 29th and learn the three types of AI every contact center leader needs: Predictive AI, which automates QA scoring; Generative AI, which delivers clear agent feedback; and Autonomous AI, which drives real-time training. Register now!
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Audio News
 
JBL Reveals New Flagship Studio Monitor
 
JBL Reveals New Flagship Studio Monitor
HARMAN unveiled the new JBL 4369 Studio Monitor at the this year's Tokyo International Audio Show. The new flagship in the JBL Studio Monitor Series, the 2-way floorstanding loudspeaker features a suite of acoustic and design upgrades.
Full Story: TWICE (10/28)
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This French brand's new premium range of hi-fi separates promises a potent blend of "form, function and value"
What Hi-Fi? (10/24)
 
 
This $170 super-budget soundbar + subwoofer has me torn: Is it excellent value or a waste of money?
Tom's Guide (10/25)
 
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