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Pickle-flavored tart? AI inspires Japan's convenience stores

6 days ago

For customers tired of the usual egg sandwiches and rice balls, major convenience stores are turning to AI to develop...

Food and Leisure

Ministop's new 'creative' business seen to boost profits

August 3, 2009 - 12:00am

After opening its 250th store, Ministop pulls all the stops in becoming the fastest growing convenience store chain in the country today.

Business As Usual