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Why Retail Tech Gets So Little Venture Capital

Retail tech receives disproportionately little venture capital because investors perceive slow adoption, difficult integrations, and failed pilots in the sector, according to Forbes contributor Richard Kestenbaum. The article notes that the rise of AI is raising the stakes for retailers, yet funding remains scarce.

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Why Retail Tech Gets So Little Venture Capital
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By Richard Kestenbaum, ContributorSource:

Forbes InnovationRetail tech doesn't get enough venture capital. Investors see slow movers, hard integrations and failed pilots while AI raises the stakes for retailers.

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