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Australian retailers boost holiday discounts to combat rising living costs
Artificial Intelligence

Australian retailers boost holiday discounts to combat rising living costs

Australian retailers are planning to offer bigger discounts this holiday season, with 44% expecting an increase in sales, according to a survey by Fiverr.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 6th Nov 2023
Tech sector rebalances after period of unsustainable growth, says index
Human Capital Management

Tech sector rebalances after period of unsustainable growth, says index

New data suggests a 'correction' in the Australian tech sector as valuations and salaries stabilise after unsustainable growth.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 16th Oct 2023

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Holiday season stories

Tradies' guide: Prepare now for a fresh start in 2024
Fintech

Tradies' guide: Prepare now for a fresh start in 2024

It's critical that tradies take the opportunity ahead of the January cashflow slowdown to get their business in shape so they can make a fresh start.

By Dan Pollard • 4 min read • Thu, 30th Nov 2023
Festive season alert: Rising cybercrime threatens businesses
Firewalls

Festive season alert: Rising cybercrime threatens businesses

As another holiday shopping season arrives, with sales and special offers everywhere you turn, it is important to remember that cybercriminals are also out in force.

By Paul Crighton • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Nov 2023
Storyblok survey reveals consumers' festive buying behaviour and trust issues
Enterprise Content Management

Storyblok survey reveals consumers' festive buying behaviour and trust issues

Storyblok survey shares festive buying behaviours, revealing brand websites hold most trust, while AI and influencers fall out of favour.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Nov 2023
Black Friday & Cyber Monday see rise in 'false positives', warns SEON
Sales

Black Friday & Cyber Monday see rise in 'false positives', warns SEON

Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales lead to rise in 'false positives', warns SEON, complicating transactions for merchants.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Nov 2023
Grab showcases Southeast Asian cuisine on Times Square billboard
Digital Signage

Grab showcases Southeast Asian cuisine on Times Square billboard

Food delivery app, Grab, aids appreciation for Southeast Asian cuisine, honouring regional vendors on Times Square billboard.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Nov 2023
Fidelity Apps to revolutionise Aussie holiday shopping with VR platform
Customer Experience

Fidelity Apps to revolutionise Aussie holiday shopping with VR platform

Tech entrepreneur, Jackson Meyer, aims to transform festive shopping with cutting-edge VR platform, Fidelity Apps.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 20th Nov 2023
Why retailers need to embrace modern observability to thrive this holiday season
Customer Experience

Why retailers need to embrace modern observability to thrive this holiday season

Today, the retail industry faces new macroeconomic challenges, with the rapid increase in energy costs, high inflation, and supply chain disruptions.

By Kris Day • 3 min read • Mon, 20th Nov 2023
Yubico's tips on online security for travellers over the holiday season
Multi-factor authentication

Yubico's tips on online security for travellers over the holiday season

Cybersecurity firm Yubico offers insightful advice on enhancing online security for travellers this festive season.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Nov 2023
Preparing for peak holiday season with Composable Commerce
Software-as-a-Service

Preparing for peak holiday season with Composable Commerce

This article discusses what Composable Commerce is, the benefits of the technology, how it makes peaks in trading easier and how retailers can get started.

By Rob Crowley • 4 min read • Fri, 3rd Nov 2023
Aussie shopping habits may leave online buyers at risk
Marketing Technologies

Aussie shopping habits may leave online buyers at risk

Online shopping used to mean sitting at the computer, however Australians are now shopping anytime, anywhere, and are at risk of distraction.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Dec 2022
Board games go digital for the festive season
Gaming

Board games go digital for the festive season

More than a million people are using the Bubble system, which allows gamers to add friends and family to group video chats.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Dec 2021
Heightened cyber threats this holiday season according to McAfee and FireEye
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Heightened cyber threats this holiday season according to McAfee and FireEye

Australian enterprises targeted by cyber threats this holiday period, costing some over AUD$130,000, according to McAfee and FireEye research.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Dec 2021
Times Square brings New Year's Eve to homes around the globe
Gaming

Times Square brings New Year's Eve to homes around the globe

Organisers of the New Year's Eve Ball Drop Celebration are bringing the world's biggest party to homes around the world, live and direct from Times Square.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 31st Dec 2020
Zoom lifts 40-minute limit on free accounts for the holidays
Unified Communications

Zoom lifts 40-minute limit on free accounts for the holidays

Zoom is lifting its 40-minute limit on free accounts for the holidays, allowing virtual holiday gatherings to continue uninterrupted.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Dec 2020
Top tips for using big data to your advantage this holiday season
Data Analytics

Top tips for using big data to your advantage this holiday season

It is important you research the market to ensure that you can beat the competition and sustain long-term growth.

By Julia Gabel • 4 min read • Thu, 30th Nov 2017

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