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Top 88 Business Trends in October

From Anti-Consumerism Subscriptions to Virtual Shoppers

— October 28, 2023 — About
In the wave of October 2023 business trends, the modern business landscape is undergoing a transformative shift, underpinned by three key pillars: technology, sustainability, and consumer-centricity. Cutting-edge technological advancements, particularly the rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and 3D printing, are driving unprecedented innovation across sectors. From AI-powered resume platforms to large-format 3D printers, companies are leveraging these tools to create novel solutions and refine operational efficiency.

Concurrently, there's a palpable move towards sustainability. Eco-friendly initiatives, ranging from biodegradable pop-up cafes to sustainable fashion outlets, signal businesses' increased responsibility towards environmental conservation. This shift isn't just a corporate commitment; it's a response to growing consumer demand for green solutions.

Lastly, the market's evolution is unmistakably tilting towards consumer-centric products and services. Tailored experiences, such as digital customer-oriented platforms and specialized subscription services, underscore the importance of personalization. As businesses adapt, this trinity of themes offers a roadmap to navigating future success.
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Subscription-Based ROI Codes
Subscription-Based ROI Codes
Cashfree Payments and NPCI Team Up to Launch 'AutoPay on QR'
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82
Payout-Focused Artist Programs
Payout-Focused Artist Programs
Universal Music Group Debuts a New Royalty Model for Popular Songs
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81
Edge Infrastructure Solutions
Edge Infrastructure Solutions
Spectro Cloud Launches 'Palette EdgeAI' for Edge AI Administration
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80
Comprehensive Guitar Pick-Up Collections
Comprehensive Guitar Pick-Up Collections
The Gibson Pickup Shop Releases 22 New Offerings
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79
Tip-Enabling App Features
Tip-Enabling App Features
Zomato is Launching a New Feature that Lets Customers Tip Kitchen Staff
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78
Professional Edge AI Platforms
Professional Edge AI Platforms
Lenovo's TruScale Services Now Includes its Edge AI Platforms
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77
Speedy Same-Day Grocery Deliveries
Speedy Same-Day Grocery Deliveries
Instacart and Giant Eagle Have Partnered for Same-Day Delivery
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76
Last Mile Delivery Enhancements
Last Mile Delivery Enhancements
Oracle Taps Uber to Enhance its Uber Direct Delivery Service
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75
Enterprise-Grade Data Solutions
Enterprise-Grade Data Solutions
Cloudera's Edge AI Solutions Simplify Multisource Datastreams
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74
Next-Generation Connectivity Cables
Next-Generation Connectivity Cables
Intel Unveiled 'Thunderbolt 5' for Fast Data and Charging
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73
Late-Night Delivery Services
Late-Night Delivery Services
Walmart's Late-Night Express Delivery Allows Delivery Until 10PM
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72
Cloud-Based Transaction Softwares
Cloud-Based Transaction Softwares
Matera Debuts a Digital Twin for Various Financial Transactions
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71
Customizable Credit Rewards
Customizable Credit Rewards
ila Bank Launches a Credit Card Rewards Program for Clients
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70
Student-Targeted Delivery Memberships
Student-Targeted Delivery Memberships
The Gopuff Student FAM Membership is $3.99 Per Month
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69
Storewide Discount Promotions
Storewide Discount Promotions
Amazon's 'Prime Big Deal Days' Will Have Thousands of Deals
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68
Mobile Drive-Thru Lanes
Mobile Drive-Thru Lanes
Chick-fil-A is Adding Mobile Order Pickup Lanes to Over 300 Restaurants
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67
Multi-Asset Fund Investments
Multi-Asset Fund Investments
Monzo Unveils a New Investment Feature for UK Customers
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66
Secure Overseas Debit Cards
Secure Overseas Debit Cards
The Currencies Direct Card is Designed for Overseas Spending
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65
Virtual Shopper Solutions
Virtual Shopper Solutions
Firework Launches a One-to-One Video Chat Solution for Virtual Shoppers
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64
Bug-Inspired Portable SSDs
Bug-Inspired Portable SSDs
The SK Hynix Beetle X31 Features a Golden Scarab-Like Design
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63
Layer-1 Blockchain Platforms
Layer-1 Blockchain Platforms
Krafton Debuts a Cosmos-Based Settlus Blockchain for USDC Settlements
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62
Crafting Retailer Loyalty Apps
Crafting Retailer Loyalty Apps
The Hobbycraft Club App Offers Exclusive Discounts and More
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Contactless Mobile Payments
Contactless Mobile Payments
Intesa Sanpaolo Teams Up with Nexi to Launch the SoftPOS Application
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60
Edge AI Retail Technology
Edge AI Retail Technology
NEXCOM's Neu-X303mini Improves Data Analytics and Customer Experience
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MENA-Based Esports Events
MENA-Based Esports Events
Saudi Arabia is Expected to Host the World Esports Championship
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58
Battery Rental Services
Battery Rental Services
Swobbee Launches an Online Marketplace for Rental Batteries
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57
Low-Cost Retailer Pet Services
Low-Cost Retailer Pet Services
Walmart Pet Services Provides Transparent Pricing for Care
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56
Global Edge AI Platforms
Global Edge AI Platforms
Omdena is an Edge AI Platform that Connects Experts for Collaboration
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55
Magnetic Tool Organizers
Magnetic Tool Organizers
The ToolBox Widget is Your Gateway to a Clutter-Free Workspace
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54
Expansive Design Projects
Expansive Design Projects
favourized Partnered with Kinzo to Highlight a Number of Projects
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53
Italian Pantry Goods Subscriptions
Italian Pantry Goods Subscriptions
Giadzy Offers 3 Subscription Boxes Starting at $35 Per Month
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52
Cult-Favorite Pink Lemonade Spritzes
Cult-Favorite Pink Lemonade Spritzes
Spritz Society Brings Its Pink Lemonade Back for Good
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51
Premium Jelly Face Masks
Premium Jelly Face Masks
Utena's Puresa Golden Masks Offer Premium Skincare from Japan
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50
Interpersonal Colleague Review Platforms
Interpersonal Colleague Review Platforms
The 'Fordi' Web Platform Allows for Anonymous Feedback
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49
Communication App Shopping Experiences
Communication App Shopping Experiences
WhatsApp Flows Allow for In-App Booking and Shopping
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48
Digital Customer-Oriented Platforms
Digital Customer-Oriented Platforms
Twilio Debuts the CustomerAI Engagement Platform for Business
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47
On-The-Go Breakfast Bowls
On-The-Go Breakfast Bowls
Oscar Mayer Launched 'Scramblers' as a Premade Breakfast Product
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46
Edge AI Development Tools
Edge AI Development Tools
Imagimob Edge Simplifies the AI Application Development Process
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45
Affordable Bridal Retailers
Affordable Bridal Retailers
JJ’s House Boasts Dresses That are Priced Under $500 USD
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44
Sitcom-Inspired Coffeehouses
Sitcom-Inspired Coffeehouses
The Central Perk Coffee Co. is Opening in Boston
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43
Autonomous Dairy Manufacturing Strategies
Autonomous Dairy Manufacturing Strategies
Fairme Harnesses Artificial Intelligence and Robotics
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42
EV Market Expansions
EV Market Expansions
XPeng is Expanding to Three New European Markets with a New EV
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41
Affordable Bike-Leasing Programs
Affordable Bike-Leasing Programs
RydeEV Leases E-Bikes for as Low as $55 USD Per Month
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40
Secure Payment Partnerships
Secure Payment Partnerships
Verve Unites with Moniepoint to Debut the Moniepoint Verve Debit Card
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39
Integrated E-Commerce Apps
Integrated E-Commerce Apps
Amazon is Adding 'Buy with Prime' to Shopify through New Integrations
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38
Kenyan E-Bike Programs
Kenyan E-Bike Programs
Uber Drivers in Kenya can Now Use an Uber-Branded E-Bike with Electric Boda
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37
Refreshed Sandwich Rewards Programs
Refreshed Sandwich Rewards Programs
Subway MVP Rewards is Coming to the US, Canada and Puerto Rico
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36
Multipurpose Skincare Lotions
Multipurpose Skincare Lotions
The Radiant Skin Refiner Conditions Skin While Removing Dead Skin
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35
Midrange Small-Footprint PCs
Midrange Small-Footprint PCs
The KAMRUI CK10-C Packs 12th-Gen Intel in a 6-Inch Chassis
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34
Rare Still Strength Tequilas
Rare Still Strength Tequilas
Suerte Tequila Introduces Limited-Edition Still Strength Blanco
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33
AI-on-5G Computing Solutions
AI-on-5G Computing Solutions
Mavenir Launched a 'Hyperconverged' Edge AI Solution with NVIDIA
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Affordable Payment Acceptance Devices
Affordable Payment Acceptance Devices
Pine Labs Launches the 'Mini' QR Device with Card Acceptance
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31
Comprehensive Spot Clearing Gels
Comprehensive Spot Clearing Gels
Omy Laboratoires Launches New Targeted Anti-blemish Product
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30
Fan-Made Merch Stores
Fan-Made Merch Stores
The Wonder Shop Shares a Mix of Creator-Made Goods and Recipes
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29
Performance-Improved Electric Mopeds
Performance-Improved Electric Mopeds
Juiced's Scorpion X2 E-Moped Reaches 55 Miles on One Charge
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Supersized Chicken Sandwiches
Supersized Chicken Sandwiches
McDonald's is Testing the 'Grand McChicken' at Select Locations
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Detachable Controller Gaming Handhelds
Detachable Controller Gaming Handhelds
The Pimax Portal QLED Plays Everything on Android and VR
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26
Functional Collectible Figurines
Functional Collectible Figurines
Nintendo Showcased New 'Tears of the Kingdom' Amiibo
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25
Collaboration Retailer Bus Tours
Collaboration Retailer Bus Tours
SHEIN x Klarna 'In Pink We Trust' is Arriving in the UK
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24
Distillate-Infused Pre-Rolls
Distillate-Infused Pre-Rolls
Acreage Launches the Botanist Distillate-Infused Pre-Rolls
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Revolutionary Sleep Supplements
Revolutionary Sleep Supplements
Ritual's BioSeries Features a 3-in-1 Tablet in Capsule Technology
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Autumn Seasonal Ice Creams
Autumn Seasonal Ice Creams
Little Debbie Rolled Out a Set of Fall-Ready Ice Cream Flavors
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Luxury Consignment Services
Luxury Consignment Services
eBay Offers Luxury Consignment for Designer Handbags
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Automaker Brand E-Bikes
Automaker Brand E-Bikes
MINI Unveiled its First E-Bike Ever, Titled the 'E-Bike 1'
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Children's Birthday Party Venues
Children's Birthday Party Venues
424 Play Factory is the Ultimate Children's Birthday Party Venue
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Large-Format 3D Printers
Large-Format 3D Printers
Make3D's Pratham X Heats Up in Just 30 Seconds to Get Print-Ready
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Chickpea-Based Frozen Waffles
Chickpea-Based Frozen Waffles
'Banza' Added Three Frozen Waffle Flavors to its Portfolio
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Self-Ordering Table Systems
Self-Ordering Table Systems
GoTab Launches the Self-Ordering Kiosks for Table Service Businesses
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15
Effective Clump-Free Mascaras
Effective Clump-Free Mascaras
Transform Your Lashes with Annabelle's Skinny Mascara
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14
Car Rental Partnerships
Car Rental Partnerships
Turo & Hopper Join Forces to Revolutionize Car Booking in Travel Industry
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13
Skincare Moisturizer Bases
Skincare Moisturizer Bases
Kansosan's Moisturizer Base is Invigorating and Shielding
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3D-Printed Hypercar Components
3D-Printed Hypercar Components
Koenigsegg is Incorporating 3DPrinterOS Into its Production Flow
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Fitness Ecommerce Collaborations
Fitness Ecommerce Collaborations
Peloton Expands Availability of Apparel and More on Amazon Canada
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Leisure Activity Grocery Stores
Leisure Activity Grocery Stores
The FreshTake Concept Grocery Store Blends Experiences
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9
Ultra-Effective Biohacking Supplements
Ultra-Effective Biohacking Supplements
Xandro Lab is Pioneering Affordable Biohacking Supplements
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8
Flavorful Smoking Cones
Flavorful Smoking Cones
Twisted Hemp Elevates the Smoking Experience with the Pop Cones Range
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7
Discount Retailer Mobile Apps
Discount Retailer Mobile Apps
Family Dollar Debuted a New Mobile Shopping App for Customers
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6
Food-Focused GenAI Tools
Food-Focused GenAI Tools
FoodGPT is a Generative AI Tool for Food and Beverage Development
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5
Affordable Luxury Cashmere
Affordable Luxury Cashmere
Quince Elevates Affordable Luxury with Expanded Men’s Cashmere Capsule
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4
Four-Ingredient Energy Drinks
Four-Ingredient Energy Drinks
Repeak is a Self-Titled "Damn Clean Energy" Drink
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3
AI-Powered Resume Platforms
AI-Powered Resume Platforms
'Resume Generator' Makes Use of Recruiter Info and More
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2
AI-Based Reading Tools
AI-Based Reading Tools
Ello Aims to Eradicate Illiteracy with AI-Powered 1:1 Reading Coach
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Anti-Consumerism Subscription Services
Anti-Consumerism Subscription Services
The 'Nothing' Subscription Service Literally Offers Nothing
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