Retail stories - Page 13

IKEA Australia is now accepting Afterpay for in-store and online purchases, allowing customers to make four interest-free payments on their shopping.

The Retail Score has unveiled a new Performance and Benchmark data service for Australia's retail sector, attracting over 100 brands and 3,500 locations.

Cisco has launched its new Wi-Fi 7 access points, promising to enhance connectivity and security for workplaces facing increasing network demands.

Mako Networks has partnered with Dynamic Supplies to bring its PCI-certified network security solutions to businesses across New Zealand.

Donald Trump's election victory has sparked a trading frenzy across Asia-Pacific markets, with volumes on Tiger Trade soaring by up to 96%.

Avalara has unveiled a suite of AI-driven innovations aimed at streamlining tax compliance during its recent CRUSH event in Austin.

Dell and Intel are expanding their AI for Telecom programme, launching new solutions aimed at enhancing efficiency for communications service providers.

Ahead of the holiday shopping rush, a report reveals one in three retail workers in Australia and New Zealand feel unsafe due to rising crime and understaffing.

Auror has raised AUD $72.6 million in Series C funding to enhance its retail crime-fighting technology and expand into North America and the UK.

Dell Technologies has enhanced its NativeEdge software with updates for secure, high-availability clustering, set to launch by January 2025.

Zoho reports a 19% rise in Australian customers and an 18% revenue increase, focusing on local partnerships and social responsibility initiatives.

As Black Friday and Cyber Monday approach, experts urge vigilance against online scams, with Australians losing AUD $14.9 million to scams last year.

Technology consultancy Restive predicts that convenience, personalisation, and sustainability will dominate retail trends in 2025 for both online and physical stores.

Wild Tech has appointed Matthew Rodgers as Head of Microsoft APAC, aiming to bolster its presence across Southeast Asia and Australia-New Zealand.

Dentsu has unveiled Smarter Media, an AI-driven solution aimed at enhancing personalised buying experiences while boosting retail media monetisation.

Sydney's Espresso Displays has unveiled the portable Espresso Display 15 and Stand+, enhancing ergonomics for travelling professionals.

SOTI's research reveals that by 2025, Australian eCommerce will be shaped by demands for quicker service, stringent data protection, and enhanced transparency.

The latest Hacker-Powered Security Report reveals 48% of security professionals cite AI as their top threat, amid a surge in AI-related vulnerabilities.

A new report reveals that 54% of UK marketers are using AI for Black Friday pricing, while 31% of consumers plan to harness AI for deal hunting.

Data breaches are costly, resulting in losses over USD $50,000 on average, while eroding customer trust and threatening company reputations.