🕔 Retail Daily Minute | Amazon's Add-to-Delivery Launch, Activist Wants Cornell Out & Seven-Eleven Builds Humanoid Robots

Hello Omni Talk Fans! Happy Monday. I hope everyone had a wonderful weekend with the friends and families. I know I sure did.

In today’s Retail Daily Minute:

Amazon debuts a single-tap “Add to Delivery” feature for Prime members, already used over 50 million times, allowing shoppers to add items to existing orders with no extra fees.
An activist investor files a shareholder proposal to block Brian Cornell’s transition to Target’s executive chairman role, citing sustained challenges in performance and reputation.
Seven-Eleven Japan partners with Telexistence to develop AI-powered humanoid robots for in-store deployment by 2029, aiming to tackle labor shortages and reduce costs.
And, my “One Big Thought” for the day on Target

Plus, this month’s retail tech startup of the month and a quote from the film that made hostile takeovers a household name.

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Today’s Top Headlines

1. Amazon Launches One-Tap ‘Add to Delivery’ Feature for Prime Members

Amazon introduced “Add to Delivery,” allowing Prime members to add eligible products to existing upcoming deliveries with one tap at no extra cost. Launched in August, the feature has been used over 50 million times. Users can undo additions immediately, making Amazon’s checkout process more streamlined and convenient. (Read More)

2. Activist Shareholders Challenge Target’s Cornell Executive Chair Plan

The Accountability Board filed a shareholder proposal demanding Target require an independent Board Chair, challenging the decision to appoint CEO Brian Cornell as executive chair in 2026. The proposal argues independent leadership is crucial for oversight. Target will consider the request at its shareholders meeting. (Read More)

3. Seven-Eleven Japan to Deploy AI Humanoid Robots in Stores by 2029

Seven-Eleven Japan partners with Telexistence to deploy generative AI-powered humanoid robots called “Astra” in convenience stores by 2029. The robots will automate routine tasks, allowing employees to focus on customer services. With 20,000 stores, the initiative aims to address labor shortages and enhance operational efficiency. (Read More)

4. Jordan Brand Opens First U.S. World of Flight Flagship in Philadelphia

Jordan Brand opens its first U.S. World of Flight flagship store in Philadelphia on October 10, the sixth location globally. The expansion signals Nike’s recovery efforts as Jordan rebalances supply and demand. The store will feature comprehensive product assortments, exclusive drops, and community events in basketball-rich Philadelphia. (Read More)

5. Amazon Unveils AI-Enhanced Devices with New Alexa+ Voice Assistant

Amazon unveiled a refreshed lineup of Echo speakers, Fire TV devices, Kindle Scribe, and Ring/Blink cameras at a New York event. The devices feature the new AI-powered Alexa+ assistant with enhanced home security capabilities, facial recognition, and conversational AI, as Amazon aims to make its voice assistant profitable. (Read More)

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