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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.

Finfare Connect and ZBD have partnered to enable ZBD users to earn Bitcoin rewards through everyday transactions by linking payment accounts via the ZBD app.

Dublin's Johnston Retail Services has launched the AgeAI app in Ireland, aimed at preventing underage vape sales through precise facial age estimation.

Megantic has earned eight nominations at the APAC Search Awards 2025, recognising its strong performance in eCommerce SEO campaigns.

Adyen has launched Tap to Pay on iPhone in New Zealand, enabling retailers like Lorna Jane to accept secure contactless payments without extra hardware.

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

ECI Software Solutions celebrates its 25th anniversary, having served over 25,000 customers across 90 countries and acquired 53 companies to enhance its offerings.

Red tape and exporters' fears of mistakes are damaging UK's clothing and footwear shipments to the EU, dropping by 18% post-Brexit.

As retailers prepare for the 2024 holiday season, inflation and consumer behaviour shifts prompt early shopping, affecting inventory management strategies.

Twilio has honoured 16 startups at the 2024 AI Startup Searchlight Awards for their innovative use of Twilio's tools to enhance customer engagement.

A new report reveals that 89% of Australian shoppers prioritise seamless online and in-store experiences, highlighting a significant trend in consumer behaviour.

Australian businesses are increasingly hiring skilled freelancers to navigate economic challenges, with demand for digital services surging dramatically.

As International Fraud Awareness Week unfolds, experts warn businesses about the rising threat of Business Email Compromise, urging vigilance amid evolving cyber risks.

House of Marley unveils a sustainable audio range, featuring the Roots Speaker and Positive Vibration Riddim Headphones, emphasising eco-friendly materials.

UK businesses could face losses of up to GBP £4.5 billion during the holiday season due to inadequate customer service, new research by Qualtrics reveals.

Halter shines with a remarkable 1539% growth, leading the 2024 Deloitte Fast 50 index while expanding its reach across New Zealand, Australia, and the US.

Australian SMEs are urged to prepare for cash flow challenges this holiday season, with concerns over profitability in retail and logistics sectors.

Singapore's Locad secures USD $9 million in pre-series B funding to fuel global expansion and enhance its AI-driven logistics solutions.

EastWest Bank has teamed up with MoEngage to enhance its digital banking experience with tailored engagement solutions for clients across various sectors.

Dell Technologies has unveiled new AI advancements and partnerships with Intel to boost solutions for telecommunications and enterprise sectors.