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Australians warned of increased risk of online scams
Phishing

Australians warned of increased risk of online scams

As shoppers gear up for the festive season, Australians are being cautioned about a rise in online scams amid a forecasted spend of AUD $11.8 billion.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 25th Nov 2024
Oclean unveils AirPump A10 flosser with festive discounts
Health Technologies

Oclean unveils AirPump A10 flosser with festive discounts

Oclean has unveiled the AirPump A10 Portable Water Flosser, featuring unique AirPump Flossing Technology, now priced at AUD $129 as part of festive promotions.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 25th Nov 2024
ASX 200 report reveals cybersecurity risks in retail sector
Firewalls

ASX 200 report reveals cybersecurity risks in retail sector

A new report reveals alarming cybersecurity vulnerabilities in Australia's ASX 200 Consumer Discretionary sector, exposing major companies to increased breach risks.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
EcoFlow offers up to 45% off in Black Friday Australia sale
Power / Energy

EcoFlow offers up to 45% off in Black Friday Australia sale

EcoFlow has launched significant Black Friday discounts in Australia, offering up to 45% off portable power products to help consumers this holiday season.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Australians warned of Black Friday online shopping scams
Malware

Australians warned of Black Friday online shopping scams

Australians are being warned to stay vigilant as online shopping scams surge during Black Friday, with losses exceeding AUD $14.9 million this year.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024

Global Stories

Cybercriminals target shoppers with 38 million phishing scams
Malware

Cybercriminals target shoppers with 38 million phishing scams

Cybercriminals launched over 38 million phishing attacks in 2024, with a 25% rise in threats targeting online retailers amid Black Friday sales.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 25th Nov 2024
AI adoption in retail: Opportunities & readiness gaps
Customer Experience

AI adoption in retail: Opportunities & readiness gaps

A new survey from Riverbed reveals that while 95% of retail leaders view AI as crucial, only 40% feel prepared for its implementation.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
UK shoppers plan record Black Friday spend, survey reveals
Supply Chain

UK shoppers plan record Black Friday spend, survey reveals

With inflation rising, 54% of British consumers plan to take advantage of Black Friday and Cyber Monday for their average Christmas budget of GBP £352.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
New Relic report: Observability quadruples retail ROI
Artificial Intelligence

New Relic report: Observability quadruples retail ROI

New Relic's latest report reveals that investing in observability solutions can deliver a fourfold return for retail businesses by enhancing customer interactions.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Gift shopping best BLUETTI Black Friday deals for everyone on your list
Opinion

Gift shopping best BLUETTI Black Friday deals for everyone on your list

This Black Friday, BLUETTI offers exceptional deals on portable power stations, perfect gifts for indoor and outdoor use, from November 11 to December 3.

By BLUETTI • 4 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Electronic retailers anticipate web traffic surge for Black Friday
Marketing Technologies

Electronic retailers anticipate web traffic surge for Black Friday

Electronic retailers expect a surge in web traffic this Black Friday, anticipating a 76% increase in sales from last year, according to a new report.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Shoppers warned of AI scams as Black Friday nears
Phishing

Shoppers warned of AI scams as Black Friday nears

As Black Friday nears, experts warn consumers of sophisticated AI-driven scams, urging caution as losses from fraud continue to escalate.

By Imee Dequito • 4 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
App usage boosts loyalty in UK consumers, study reveals
Customer Experience

App usage boosts loyalty in UK consumers, study reveals

New research reveals UK shoppers who use brand apps are 20% more likely to exhibit true loyalty, driven by rewards and personalised experiences.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
High payment security fears lead UK customers to abandon carts
Customer Experience

High payment security fears lead UK customers to abandon carts

Nearly half of UK shoppers abandon online purchases over payment security fears, according to new research ahead of the Black Friday shopping event.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Ecommpay advises on optimising festive checkout processes
Crypto

Ecommpay advises on optimising festive checkout processes

Ecommpay is urging eCommerce merchants to enhance checkout processes ahead of the festive season, with conversion rates averaging just 58%.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
Don't ignore payments tech ahead of retail's most important events
Customer Experience

Don't ignore payments tech ahead of retail's most important events

As Black Friday approaches, retailers are urged to adopt advanced payment technologies to tackle rising fraud and ensure smooth transactions.

By Carol Grunberg • 4 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2024
UK shoppers struggle with tech issues on Black Friday deals
Customer Experience

UK shoppers struggle with tech issues on Black Friday deals

New research by HONOR reveals UK shoppers face technology challenges during Black Friday, with 1 in 3 experiencing device freezes while bargain hunting.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Nov 2024