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>> How retail lows could fuel other highs (Forbes)

>> Walmart gains on grocery competitors in Nebraska (Omaha.com)

>> Virtual reality is now in 2.3 million households (Twice)

>> Store-in-stores are on rise (Chicago Tribune)

>> Google Home takes aim at Amazon Echo (Consumerist)

And Finally… Uber is testing driverless cars in Pittsburgh (Uber)

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