Contactless stores to grow in Europe as Sensei reels in another $16M
Amazon Go's contactless store concept has inspired major retailers and startups globally, with European startup Sensei also entering the market.
MAIN POINTS
- Amazon Go pioneered the contactless store concept, influencing major retailers like 7-Eleven and Walmart.
- The contactless retail market is expanding with startups like Standard Cognition, Zippin, AiFi, Grabango, and Trigo.
- These startups offer their technology to retailers, enhancing the contactless shopping experience.
- European startup Sensei is emerging as a competitor in the contactless retail space.
TAKEAWAYS
- Contactless retail is a growing trend attracting both established companies and new startups.
- Technology from startups is crucial for retailers to adopt contactless shopping solutions.
- The market is competitive, with both global and regional players entering the space.
- Innovation in contactless technology is driving changes in the retail industry.