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UK retailers & tech firms seek clarity on tax as Budget nears
Small Business

UK retailers & tech firms seek clarity on tax as Budget nears

UK retailers and tech firms urge clear tax policies ahead of the Chancellor's Budget, fearing uncertainty could impact investment and Black Friday sales.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 13th Nov 2025
Adobe data shows USD $88.7 billion spend & AI boost in October
Data Analytics

Adobe data shows USD $88.7 billion spend & AI boost in October

Consumers spent USD $88.7 billion online in October 2025, up 8.2% year-on-year, as AI-powered shopping and mobile sales continue to surge.

By Vivek Pandya • 4 min read • Tue, 11th Nov 2025
Retailers urged to use programmatic OOH for Black Friday boost
Marketing Technologies

Retailers urged to use programmatic OOH for Black Friday boost

Retailers are urged to boost Black Friday sales by using programmatic out-of-home ads, blending digital speed with real-world shopper impact and flexibility.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Wed, 5th Nov 2025
Retailers boost observability to reduce AI risks & outage costs
Private Cloud

Retailers boost observability to reduce AI risks & outage costs

Retailers are boosting observability investments to manage AI-driven complexity and reduce costly digital outages, with median losses at USD $1 million per hour.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 5th Nov 2025
Australian shoppers cautious on AI, trust key for Black Friday
Customer Experience

Australian shoppers cautious on AI, trust key for Black Friday

Australian shoppers remain wary of AI-driven retail ahead of Black Friday 2025, prioritising trust and data privacy over automated experiences.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Oct 2025
Holiday sales success: essential insights for app marketers
Customer Experience

Holiday sales success: essential insights for app marketers

App marketers must start early, leverage AI, and optimise omnichannel strategies to capitalise on the 2025 holiday shopping surge amid evolving market challenges.

By Tiahn Wetzler • 4 min read • Sat, 11th Oct 2025
Robosen unveils Disney MINI Robots for Toy Story, WALL-E fans
Robotics

Robosen unveils Disney MINI Robots for Toy Story, WALL-E fans

Robosen launches Disney MINI Robots featuring Toy Story and WALL-E, offering programmable, interactive toys in Australia and New Zealand from AUD $199.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 26th Sep 2025
Preparing for BFCM 2025: Why tech-first strategies will separate winners from the pack
Customer Experience

Preparing for BFCM 2025: Why tech-first strategies will separate winners from the pack

BFCM 2025 demands tech-savvy strategies; brands using AI, personalisation, and data-driven insights will outperform those relying on broad discounts.

By Alon Abraham • 4 min read • Tue, 23rd Sep 2025
How retailers can nail peak season success in 2025
Customer Experience

How retailers can nail peak season success in 2025

Retailers must embrace technology and end-to-end planning to meet soaring consumer demands and excel in the 2025 peak shopping season.

By Jamie Cairns • 5 min read • Mon, 22nd Sep 2025
ShopVision raises USD $4.1 million to build AI for eCommerce teams
Digital Transformation

ShopVision raises USD $4.1 million to build AI for eCommerce teams

ShopVision secured USD $4.1 million to develop an AI platform offering eCommerce teams vital market insights and automation to boost decision-making.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Sat, 20th Sep 2025

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End of de minimis is maximising complexity and cost for UK retailers
Supply Chain

End of de minimis is maximising complexity and cost for UK retailers

UK retailers face rising costs and complexity as de minimis import duty exemptions end, challenging cross-border eCommerce and holiday sales.

By Emmett Young • 5 min read • Fri, 31st Oct 2025
Turning peak season buyers into lifetime customers
Customer Experience

Turning peak season buyers into lifetime customers

Australian retailers gear up for a $166 billion peak season, focusing on savvy inventory and loyalty strategies to turn seasonal buyers into lifetime customers.

By Nicole Buisson • 4 min read • Tue, 28th Oct 2025
Australians cautious around Xmas spending due to rising living costs
Online shopping

Australians cautious around Xmas spending due to rising living costs

Australians plan to spend AUD $491 on Christmas gifts in 2025, up from AUD $468, but remain focused on bargains amid rising living costs and budget caution.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 22nd Oct 2025
AI shopping assistants set to become mainstream for UK consumers
Marketing Technologies

AI shopping assistants set to become mainstream for UK consumers

80% of UK shoppers now use AI for online shopping, with most expecting AI assistants to be mainstream by 2026, revolutionising retail experiences.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Oct 2025
Retailers urged to boost week-long deals as Black Friday peaks shift
Buy Now Pay Later

Retailers urged to boost week-long deals as Black Friday peaks shift

Retailers are urged to extend Black Friday deals across the week as 2024 data shows shopping peaks shifting to earlier in the week and conversions rising to 5.3%.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Tue, 30th Sep 2025
European consumers weigh AI, privacy & personalisation for BFCM
Customer Experience

European consumers weigh AI, privacy & personalisation for BFCM

European consumers show cautious optimism towards AI easing Black Friday shopping, with 44% positive but 40% concerned over data privacy and personalisation.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Sep 2025
Brits turn to GenAI to find gifts & manage budgets at Christmas
Marketing Technologies

Brits turn to GenAI to find gifts & manage budgets at Christmas

UK shoppers are rapidly embracing generative AI this Christmas, with 71% using it to pick gifts and manage budgets amid rising cost of living worries.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Fri, 12th Sep 2025