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PureVPN launches all-in-one mobile app to combat alert fatigue
Virtual Private Networks

PureVPN launches all-in-one mobile app to combat alert fatigue

PureVPN launches a unified mobile app combining VPN, Password Manager, and more to reduce alert fatigue.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025
Practical DevSecOps launches Black Friday sale on certifications
Application Security

Practical DevSecOps launches Black Friday sale on certifications

Practical DevSecOps is offering a Black Friday sale with 15% off all certifications and up to $500 off bundles for hands-on security training.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025
Stop failed deliveries this holiday season: A data-first playbook for Aussie eCommerce
eCommerce

Stop failed deliveries this holiday season: A data-first playbook for Aussie eCommerce

The holiday rush is a make-or-break moment for Australia's online retailers.

By Edmund Ng • 5 min read • Thu, 27th Nov 2025
ANZ small businesses show strong confidence despite AI concerns
Data Privacy

ANZ small businesses show strong confidence despite AI concerns

Small businesses in Australia and New Zealand report high confidence ahead of the holidays, despite financial pressures and concerns over AI in marketing.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 27th Nov 2025
eCommerce platforms face AI-powered cyber threats for 2025 season
Virtual Private Networks

eCommerce platforms face AI-powered cyber threats for 2025 season

eCommerce platforms face rising AI-driven cyber threats ahead of 2025 holidays as attackers exploit vulnerabilities and stolen credentials for fraud.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 26th Nov 2025
Retailers face digital & cyber threats in Black Friday season
Endpoint Protection

Retailers face digital & cyber threats in Black Friday season

Retailers face rising digital and cyber threats this Black Friday, with only 22% of sites optimised for mobile user experience amid surging online traffic.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Wed, 26th Nov 2025
Retailers brace for cyber threats during Black Friday sales rush
Multi-factor authentication

Retailers brace for cyber threats during Black Friday sales rush

Retailers and shoppers brace for rising cyber threats as Black Friday and Cyber Monday prompt a surge in online transactions and security vulnerabilities.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 26th Nov 2025

Stories from Other Regions

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One in three Britons struggle to connect smart tech at home
Smart Home

One in three Britons struggle to connect smart tech at home

One in three Britons struggle to connect smart home tech, with 12.8 million planning purchases this Black Friday but facing setup frustrations.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025
Black Friday shoppers & retailers face surge in cyber threats
Malware

Black Friday shoppers & retailers face surge in cyber threats

UK shoppers and retailers brace for a spike in cyberattacks this Black Friday as criminals exploit rising online spending with advanced scams.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025
Cyber Monday outpaces Black Friday as peak for UK online orders
eCommerce

Cyber Monday outpaces Black Friday as peak for UK online orders

Cyber Monday overtook Black Friday as the busiest day for UK online orders during peak season, accounting for 42% of Black Friday weekend sales.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025
Poor service could cost Australian retailers AUD $66 billion
Customer Experience

Poor service could cost Australian retailers AUD $66 billion

Australian retailers risk losing AUD $66 billion this peak season as 41% of consumers cut spending after poor service experiences, warns Qualtrics research.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025
UK SMEs turn to fast-track finance as Black Friday demand surges
Marketing Technologies

UK SMEs turn to fast-track finance as Black Friday demand surges

UK SMEs are increasingly using fast-track finance to meet surging Black Friday demand, with applications rising nearly a third ahead of the festive season.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025
Australian retailers face holiday surge in cyber scams & threats
Ransomware

Australian retailers face holiday surge in cyber scams & threats

Australian retailers brace for a spike in cyber scams and sophisticated attacks exploiting the busy holiday shopping season, warns cybersecurity experts.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025
LG unveils Black Friday appliance deals with up to 50% off
Displays

LG unveils Black Friday appliance deals with up to 50% off

LG offers up to 50% off selected home appliances, TVs and monitors for Black Friday, with extra perks for members buying online in Australia until early December.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025
Fraud losses top GBP £1.17 billion as Black Friday scams surge
eCommerce

Fraud losses top GBP £1.17 billion as Black Friday scams surge

Fraud losses in the UK surged to GBP £1.17 billion in 2024, with Black Friday scams and unauthorised card fraud sharply increasing online threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025
Australian retailers face rising cyber threats as Black Friday nears
DevOps

Australian retailers face rising cyber threats as Black Friday nears

Australian retailers face rising cyber threats ahead of Black Friday, with fraud and losses surging as online shopping peaks during the holiday sales period.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Thu, 27th Nov 2025
Spending soars as firms & shoppers adapt to festive pressures
eCommerce

Spending soars as firms & shoppers adapt to festive pressures

Firms and consumers boost spending by up to 30% during Black Friday and Christmas, prompting brands to sharpen omnichannel and spend management strategies.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 25th Nov 2025