Which geographic retail technology innovation was first widely implemented and later adopted globally?

The retail landscape varies dramatically across different geographic regions, with technology adoption rates and innovations closely tied to local infrastructure, cultural preferences, and economic development. This trivia question explores how major retail technology advancements have been implemented differently around the world, reflecting the unique challenges and opportunities of various geographic markets.

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Scandinavian cashless stores using mobile payment systems (pre-dating Amazon Go by several years)
Japanese automated inventory robots that track stock levels using RFID technology
Indian facial recognition payment systems that eliminated the need for cards or phones
Australian drone delivery networks for rural retail distribution