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Jumping off point: Edge computing in retail
Edge Computing

Jumping off point: Edge computing in retail

The launch of Amazon Australia has disrupted the retail industry, pushing the need for smart digital technologies and edge data centers.

By Joe Craparotta • 3 min read • Fri, 10th Aug 2018

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Predicted travel surge prompts Mystifly to implement new travel commerce solution
Data Analytics

Predicted travel surge prompts Mystifly to implement new travel commerce solution

Mystifly unveils its new Flight Data API, Mystifly Universe, offering better commerce solutions for the travel industry.

By Mitchell Hageman • 2 min read • Wed, 26th Jan 2022
Adobe announces new suite of tools for retailers with in-store and online capabilities
Data Analytics

Adobe announces new suite of tools for retailers with in-store and online capabilities

Adobe has announced new tools for retailers created to help further deliver personalised shopping experiences for businesses in-store and online.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Jan 2022
DHL tops list of companies most impersonated by criminals
Phishing

DHL tops list of companies most impersonated by criminals

DHL is the most imitated brand by cybercriminals, according to Check Point Software's 2021 Q4 Brand Phishing Report.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Jan 2022
App and mobile usage continues to soar according to new App Annie report
Gaming

App and mobile usage continues to soar according to new App Annie report

App and mobile usage has significantly increased around the world, according to the new App Annie State of Mobile 2022 report.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jan 2022
How retailers can accelerate their business through card-linked loyalty programs
Data Analytics

How retailers can accelerate their business through card-linked loyalty programs

Card-linked loyalty programs offer a seamless way for retailers to build stronger customer relationships. Find out the benefits in this article.

By Cary Lockwood • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Dec 2021
Mobile eCommerce: In-app shopping set to reach an all-time high
EduTech

Mobile eCommerce: In-app shopping set to reach an all-time high

In-app shopping set to reach all-time high as mobile commerce continues to dominate, according to a study by Adjust and Sensor Tower.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Dec 2021
Commerce logistics firm Locad raises $5m to support APAC expansion
Supply Chain

Commerce logistics firm Locad raises $5m to support APAC expansion

Singapore-based eCommerce logistics integrator, Locad, has raised $4.9m in a funding round led by Sequoia Capital India's Surge.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 7th Jul 2021
Rejoice! Amazon Australia opens to New Zealand customers
Amazon

Rejoice! Amazon Australia opens to New Zealand customers

New Zealand shoppers gain access to Amazon's Australian store, offering millions of products with faster, cheaper deliveries.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 6th Jul 2021
DNS threats expected to explode over the holiday period, report finds
Distributed Denial of Service

DNS threats expected to explode over the holiday period, report finds

Experts warn of heightened DNS attack risks during holiday shopping peak, urge firms to bolster cyber defences.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Dec 2020
Tap-and-go paywave payments the new norm in a COVID-19 world, Mastercard research shows
Marketing Technologies

Tap-and-go paywave payments the new norm in a COVID-19 world, Mastercard research shows

Consumer polling by Mastercard showed a significant majority of consumers were using the technology during February and March.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 1st May 2020
Samsung and Finder launch Aussie first with new credit card search feature
Crypto

Samsung and Finder launch Aussie first with new credit card search feature

Samsung and Finder launch Promoted Cards for Samsung Pay, offering tailored credit card deals to Aussie users.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Nov 2019
Pak'nSAVE begins rollout of scan-your-own grocery tech
Customer Relationship Management

Pak'nSAVE begins rollout of scan-your-own grocery tech

If you've happened to wander into a Pak'nSAVE across the lower North Island, you may have walked into an entirely new way to do your grocery shopping.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 12th Mar 2019
Why only 13% of shoppers trust retailers with their personal data
Data Analytics

Why only 13% of shoppers trust retailers with their personal data

Despite advancements in retail technology, only 13% of shoppers trust retailers with their personal data, Zebra Technologies' study reveals.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 11th Feb 2019
Five Tips on Shopping Safely This Festive Season
Marketing Technologies

Five Tips on Shopping Safely This Festive Season

Aussie shoppers face online scam risks amidst festive e-sales surge. Stay vigilant with top cybersecurity tips.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Tue, 19th Dec 2017
Two million ANZ consumers now have access to future of payment
Marketing Technologies

Two million ANZ consumers now have access to future of payment

Two million ANZ cardholders can now make secure, in-store mobile payments using Android Pay and eftpos, following a collaboration with Google, ANZ, and Cuscal.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Wed, 22nd Nov 2017
Adobe predicts what you will get for Xmas
Gaming

Adobe predicts what you will get for Xmas

Adobe predicts US online sales will hit USD $107.4 billion this Xmas, with Cyber Monday expected to be the largest online shopping day in history.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Fri, 10th Nov 2017

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