UK-based Warehow has raised $2.7M in a Series A round to expand its fulfilment services. Led by Mercia Ventures, the funds will grow storage and improve technology for major clients like Puma and River Island.

Gymshark appoints Sian Keane as chief people officer, while Fabien Versavau is set to take over as CEO of La Redoute. Both brands focus on global growth, with Gymshark transforming into an omnichannel giant and La Redoute strengthening its home and fashion segments.

Reboxed's new platform, ReboxedOS, empowers brands to scale resale and recycling programs. Founded in 2019, the London startup helps retailers like Three Mobile, aiming to rehome 100M devices and promote sustainability.

ASOS sold a 75% stake in Topshop to Heartland, generating $146M to strengthen its balance sheet. ASOS retains 25% and faces pressure from rivals like Shein and Temu. Shares rose 18% following the announcement.

Littlest Luxuries has relaunched after a merger with peer platform Little Fashion House. The business aims to be the leading marketplace for authenticated luxury childrenswear, addressing high clothing circulation and reducing waste. The marketplace had 600+ sellers on a waitlist before launch.

Shift has launched a logistics driver marketplace to serve enterprise clients like IKEA. The service aims to reduce last-mile delivery costs using proprietary tech. This follows the acquisition of Tuffnells and a $6.8M funding round led by Fuel Ventures.

Trouva, an online marketplace, has left many of its 650 boutique partners unpaid for over a month, despite promises of swift payment resolution. Trouva's acquisition by Fy! and a pending funding round are cited as reasons for the delays.

Zapp is expanding in London after the exit of rivals like Getir. It has added new stores and is hiring for 20 senior roles. Zapp focuses on premium customers, offering luxury items with an average order value of $50. The company aims for further growth in London.

Asos may be ending free returns for some customers in the UK. An email update hinted at changes to the returns policy, similar to a move made in the US last year where a $4.99 fee was introduced. The potential change targets "serial refunders".

Fruugo appoints ex-Amazon director Fergal Gara as COO, leveraging his retail expertise to drive global growth. Gara brings deep experience from Amazon, Sony, and Asda to guide Fruugo's strategy in 2024 and beyond.

eBay UK's new policy reduces free private seller listings from 1,000 to 300 monthly, starting October 1st. A fixed 3% international fee will apply to all regions, and cash on collection payments will be removed for increased security.

Fresha, a London-based beauty platform, raised €27.8M in venture debt from J.P. Morgan. This funding will enhance their AI and machine learning capabilities, fueling global expansion and helping beauty professionals offer tailored services.

Tilt, a UK-based live-shopping app, raised $18M in Series A funding, led by Balderton Capital. The app, founded by ex-Revolut employees, has gained 500K users since launching. Tilt focuses on real-time fashion sales, aiming to tap into the Gen Z market.

Yodel unveils new collection services for SMEs, offering tailored solutions for businesses sending over or under 50 parcels weekly. Following a 200% rise in C2C volumes, Yodel supports the growing £7B resale market in the UK.

SportsShoes launched a new composable website on BigCommerce after a £2.5M overhaul. The site increased conversion rates by 19% and average order value by 10%. It uses Next.js and Prismic.io CMS for a seamless customer experience.

Waitrose launched its first 'delivery hatch' on August 21 at Finchley Road, extending delivery hours via Deliveroo and Uber Eats. This innovation helps manage demand and attracts new customers. The grocer plans to open 100 new convenience shops.

Just Eat's ad, featuring McDonald's burgers, has been banned by the UK's ASA for targeting minors. Despite using age filters, the ASA ruled that the ad violated the CAP code by not preventing exposure to those under 16.

Boohoo has halted payments to a few suppliers due to low-quality clothing. Sales dropped 17% to $1.8B as Boohoo faces tough competition and rising inflation. The company, dealing with $407M in debt, is under pressure to resolve issues.

Sephora UK partners with DHL to manage its supply chain, including a new carbon-neutral distribution center in Coventry. This five-year deal supports Sephora's UK expansion strategy, aiming for sustainable growth.

Newless, a new UK-based fashion service, lets customers transform old clothes into custom pieces. The process is easy, with prices ranging from $88 to $188. Newless will also hold pop-ups where customers can upcycle garments live.

Shein, valued at $63B, might let the British public buy shares in its London IPO. This unusual move, backed by JP Morgan, faces criticism due to Shein's alleged environmental issues. Originally, Shein considered a US listing but shifted to London.

Asos has introduced Nibble, an AI chatbot that lets shoppers haggle on prices. Some users reported discounts of up to 40%. This move follows Asos' ongoing commitment to AI, including a new 3-year deal with Microsoft signed earlier this month.

Fanatics renewed its deal with the FA after record sales of England merchandise during Euro 2024. The extended deal includes e-commerce rights and in-stadium retail operations, helping the FA invest in football development.

Shein is exploring warehouse sites in the UK's Midlands ahead of its expected $63B London IPO. The fashion giant seeks locations of up to 600K sq ft, focusing on sites ready for e-commerce operations. This move ties to its future growth plans.

Amazon will trial its Prime Air drone delivery service in the UK, partnering with six organizations. This test aims to gather data on drone safety, airspace integration, and regulatory clarity. The goal is to modernize UK airspace.

Yodel, a UK delivery firm, secured £85M to fuel growth. The funding will enhance automation, infrastructure, and partnerships like PayPoint. With a 200% rise in customer-to-customer deliveries, Yodel plans to strengthen its market position.

Deliveroo, backed by Amazon, reported a $1.65M profit for H1 2024, marking its first-ever profit. This marks a significant recovery from a $105.1M loss last year. Consumer demand rose, driving a 10% stock surge to $1.80 per share.

La Redoute has appointed Richard Burke as the new CEO of its UK operations. Burke, who has been with the company since 2012, will focus on maintaining commercial success and planning for long-term growth and profitability.

Depop and Selfridges are leveraging AI analytics from Truss to enhance their second-hand fashion offerings. The project, supported by the UK government, aims to automate pricing, optimize product recommendations, and lower carbon emissions. With fast fashion cycles shortening, AI insights have become essential for retailers.

Vinted's attempt to streamline shipping by limiting seller choices backfired. UK sellers, many lacking printers and nearby drop-off points, forced the platform to restore the option to deselect shipping methods.

ASOS signed a 3-year deal with Microsoft to enhance AI in operations. The retailer will use tools like Power Automate and Microsoft Copilot to automate tasks and boost efficiency. This deal strengthens their AI Stylist feature, offering personalized shopping experiences.

Amazon has launched its first micromobility hub in Norwich, adding to over 40 similar hubs across Europe. The Norwich hub is part of a £300M investment to electrify deliveries, using electric cargo bikes to cut emissions and deliver thousands of packages weekly.

The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is investigating Amazon's $4B investment in Anthropic, an AI startup. The probe comes after similar inquiries into Google and Microsoft, signaling rising concerns over Big Tech's market influence in AI.

B&Q collaborates with Deliveroo to provide over 600 DIY products for delivery from nine B&Q Local stores in London within 25 minutes. This partnership aims to meet the growing demand for convenience and speed in home improvement shopping.

Morrisons and Just Eat have expanded their partnership, now including 380 Morrisons supermarkets across the UK. Customers can get groceries delivered through the Just Eat app. The partnership began in 2022, expanded in 2023, and offers free delivery for orders over £15 until the end of 2024.

Clifford Cohen, Asos CTO, leaves after 9 years. He joins the renewable energy sector in August. Hugh Williams steps in as interim EVP for technology. Cohen thanks the team and leaders for their support over the years. Williams has advised Asos for 18 months.

John Lewis introduces a retail media platform in partnership with Epsilon, letting brands manage ads on johnlewis.com. The platform provides real-time data, campaign control, and performance metrics, enhancing customer-brand connections.

Shein aims for a £50B IPO on the London Stock Exchange. US concerns about forced labor halted its NY listing. LSEG denies lowering standards to attract Shein. Critics worry about transparency. Labour Party supports the UK listing.

The Perfume Shop is partnering with Deliveroo to deliver over 1,000 fragrances in cities like London and Manchester. Deliveroo data shows a 300% rise in perfume searches. The service will start in the coming months from 21 stores.

Ocula, an AI startup from Belfast, raised $4.2M in Series A funding led by Praetura Ventures, with Castelnau Group and Lloyds Banking Group participating. Founded in 2021, Ocula plans to triple its client base in two years.

Boohoo launches "Boohoo brands" marketplace with 200 fashion, beauty, and lifestyle brands, including L'Oréal, Garnier, Ray-Ban, and Michael Kors, aiming to become a one-stop shop for fashion, beauty, and lifestyle needs.

Wayfair UK's profit fell from £2.7M to £2.6M by December 31. Sales declined 17% to £69M. The company laid off 30% of staff, cutting numbers from 847 to 587, part of a $1.4B cost-saving plan. Strategy aims for European growth.

Tesco collaborates with Marketplacer to launch an online marketplace on June 4th, adding 29 third-party sellers by July. This partnership enhances Tesco’s product range, improves customer experience, and boosts revenue.

Former Asos CEO Nick Beighton expresses concerns about Shein’s London Stock Exchange listing. He highlights transparency issues and raises questions about the retailer's business model. A backlash grows, risking Shein's £50bn IPO.

Gymshark eyes more stores in the US and Europe as its Regent Street flagship exceeds expectations. Founder Ben Francis highlights a quality-over-quantity approach. The next store opens in Westfield Stratford this weekend.

dunnhumby launches AI-powered assortment tool on 1 July 2024. The tool helps retailers create localised product ranges, optimise shelf layouts, and streamline the ranging process. Tesco is already using this tool to improve customer experiences.

HyperFinity introduces an AI-driven pricing product that improves profit margins by over 5%. The tool provides retailers with vital insights for pricing decisions, replacing cumbersome spreadsheets and offering advanced analytics. Retailers like cardfactory benefit from these insights.

Ocado is building a third robotic warehouse with Aeon in Japan. The new site in Kuki-Miyashiro will open in 2027. This follows a recent setback with Canadian partner Sobeys. The expansion includes advanced Ocado technologies.

TikTok Shop launched the £1Million Club to help merchants hit £1M in revenue. Benefits include 0% commission, free storage, and dedicated promotion support. Made By Mitchell became the first UK brand to hit $1M in a day on TikTok Shop.

Channel 4 Ventures partners with AI-powered home marketplace Fy! in a £3M deal. The partnership aims to leverage Channel 4's home improvement shows to enhance consumer shopping experiences. Fy! acquired Trouva in April to expand its market reach.