Retail stories - Page 18
House of Marley unveils eco-friendly audio product line
Tue, 22nd Oct 2024
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cleantech
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bluetooth
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sustainability
House of Marley has launched a new eco-friendly audio range including the Revolution Turntable, Zion True Wireless Earbuds, and Smile Jamaica Mini Earbuds.
Warehouse challenges in Australia focus on tech upgrades
Tue, 22nd Oct 2024
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robots
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supply chain & logistics
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genai
Research by Manhattan Associates reveals 93% of Australian warehouse professionals face staffing challenges, highlighting urgent IT needs amid rising demand.
Australians increase Christmas budgets, focus on savings
Tue, 22nd Oct 2024
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ai
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christmas
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online shopping
A recent Pureprofile study reveals Australians plan to increase their Christmas spending, with budgets rising to AUD $468 for gifts and AUD $406 for food.
Gartner unveils top strategic technology trends for 2025
Tue, 22nd Oct 2024
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digital transformation
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quantum computing
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ai
Gartner has listed the top 10 strategic technology trends for 2025, emphasising AI, governance and sustainability to guide organisations' futures.
Red Energy partners with Zepto to introduce PayTo payment
Tue, 22nd Oct 2024
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Red Energy has teamed up with Zepto to launch PayTo, an innovative payment method aimed at enhancing user experience for over one million customers.
Brooke Eichhorn joins Behamics to lead APAC partnerships
Tue, 22nd Oct 2024
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cartech
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ecommerce
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ebay
Behamics has appointed former eBay executive Brooke Eichhorn as its new head of commercial partnerships for Australia and the Asia-Pacific region.
Fujitsu launches dedicated AWS cloud practice in Australia
Mon, 21st Oct 2024
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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partner programmes
Fujitsu has launched a dedicated AWS practice in Australia to provide comprehensive cloud solutions as the local market nears AUD $38.1 billion by 2027.
Diamond Logistics secures loan to expand partner network
Mon, 21st Oct 2024
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network infrastructure
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supply chain & logistics
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smb
Diamond Logistics has secured a GBP £1 million loan from Frontier Development Capital to enhance its national network and empower small businesses.
NBN Co achieves 8.7 Gbps speeds in HFC field trial
Mon, 21st Oct 2024
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uc
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telco
NBN Co has achieved a major milestone by demonstrating multi-gigabit speeds of 8.7 Gbps in a trial on its HFC network, boosting Australia's digital future.
J.P. Morgan partners with Quest to enhance Aussie payments
Fri, 18th Oct 2024
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fintech
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cx
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martech
J.P. Morgan has teamed up with Melbourne's Quest Payment Systems to enhance retail payments in Australia, promising streamlined transactions and improved customer experiences.
A chokehold on small businesses: how late payments are hindering economic growth
Fri, 18th Oct 2024
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financial systems
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xero
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inflation
Late payments cost Kiwi small businesses GBP £827 million in 2023, threatening their survival and hampering economic growth amidst rising inflation and interest rates.
UK consumers concerned as mobile fraud & attacks rise
Fri, 18th Oct 2024
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malware
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Research by Appdome reveals that 41% of UK consumers have faced mobile fraud, highlighting urgent security concerns as they shift towards app-based transactions.
Hands-on review: Narwal Freo Z Ultra
Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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reviews
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smart home
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gadgets
The Narwal Freo Z Ultra, retailing at AUD $1,999, impresses with powerful suction and smart cleaning, making household chores seem effortless.
Banked acquires Waave to expand Pay by Bank in Australia
Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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nab
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waave
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banked
Banked has acquired Australian payment technology firm Waave to enhance its Pay by Bank presence, partnering with Chemist Warehouse for seamless transactions.
Yaspa partners with ASK Global to enhance UK PINTO machines
Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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fintech
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open banking
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partners
Yaspa and ASK Global are teaming up to integrate open banking into PINTO machines across the UK, enhancing cashless payment options for customers.
Sitecore exceeds USD $500 million annual recurring revenue
Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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digital transformation
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ecm
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cx
Sitecore has announced it has surpassed USD $500 million in annual recurring revenue for fiscal year 2024, driven by strong demand for its digital experience platform.
ESG focus rising among Australia & NZ procurement leaders
Wed, 16th Oct 2024
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edutech
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dei
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cleantech
A new report reveals that procurement leaders in Australia and New Zealand increasingly recognise Environmental, Social, and Governance factors for strategic growth.
HCLTech posts strong Q2 growth, highlights AI successes
Wed, 16th Oct 2024
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uc
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genai
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ai
HCLTech has reported a 6.8% revenue increase to USD $3.4 billion for Q2, driven by growth in its software business and strong GenAI solutions.
Arlo launches Essential 2K XL camera in Australia
Wed, 16th Oct 2024
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storage
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surveillance
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smart home
Arlo Technologies launches its Essential 2K XL camera in Australia and New Zealand, featuring improved battery life and advanced security features.
AI takes center stage in Adobe's new GenStudio tool
Wed, 16th Oct 2024
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cx
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martech
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genai
Adobe has launched GenStudio for Performance Marketing, a new AI-driven tool designed to enhance the creation of personalised advertising campaigns.