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Adobe reveals USD $14.2 billion online sales during Prime Day
Data Analytics

Adobe reveals USD $14.2 billion online sales during Prime Day

Adobe reports a record USD $14.2 billion in Amazon Prime Day sales for US retailers, an 11% YoY increase, driven by a surge in mobile shopping and steep discounts.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Jul 2024
ExpressVPN privacy advocate warns of AI scams on Prime Day
Email Security

ExpressVPN privacy advocate warns of AI scams on Prime Day

As Amazon Prime Day approaches, Lauren Hendry Parsons of ExpressVPN warns shoppers about rising AI-fueled scams, urging vigilance against counterfeit deals.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Jul 2024
Adobe forecasts USD $14 billion online spend for Prime Day
Data Analytics

Adobe forecasts USD $14 billion online spend for Prime Day

Adobe projects a record-breaking USD $14 billion online spend for Prime Day, driven by significant discounts, mobile shopping, and BNPL services.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jul 2024
BLUETTI releases new AC50B with exciting offers leading up to Prime Day 2024
Tablets

BLUETTI releases new AC50B with exciting offers leading up to Prime Day 2024

BLUETTI launches the AC50B portable power station on July 9, with exclusive presale offers on top generators from July 1-15, leading up to Prime Day 2024.

By BLUETTI • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Jul 2024
Pattern predicts record sales for Amazon's first six-day Prime Day in Australia
eCommerce

Pattern predicts record sales for Amazon's first six-day Prime Day in Australia

Pattern predicts record sales for Amazon's six-day Prime Day in Australia, citing a doubling in sales for brands and rising consumer participation, despite recent price hikes.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024
Pattern study reveals trust gap in Australian online shopping
Fintech

Pattern study reveals trust gap in Australian online shopping

Australian shoppers trust Amazon far more than emerging rivals Temu and Shein, reveals a Pattern study. Only 7% vouch for Temu's product quality.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 28th May 2024
Australia predicts record Black Friday sales amidst economic challenges
Customer Experience

Australia predicts record Black Friday sales amidst economic challenges

Australia prepares for its biggest ever Black Friday sales, with retailers' discount offers expected to surpass previous years, according to a study by Fiverr.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 20th Nov 2023
Retail most impersonated industry for phishing scams in Q323
Phishing

Retail most impersonated industry for phishing scams in Q323

The latest Brand Phishing Report reveals retail was the most impersonated industry last quarter with Walmart topping the list.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Oct 2023
Pattern Australia prepares brands for Amazon Prime Day
Hyperscale

Pattern Australia prepares brands for Amazon Prime Day

Pattern identifies key shopping categories for consumers to watch this Amazon Prime Day, with home and kitchen, electronics and books predicted to be popular.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Jun 2023
Christmas a special time for cyber criminals - Check Point
Ransomware

Christmas a special time for cyber criminals - Check Point

Check Point Software has released a statement to raise awareness among online gift shoppers to be cautious at all times and take the necessary precautions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Nov 2022
Microsoft tops list for most imitated brands for phishing attempts
Phishing

Microsoft tops list for most imitated brands for phishing attempts

Microsoft remains the most impersonated brand for phishing attempts, with 45% of attacks in Q2 2021, according to Check Point Software.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 21st Jul 2021
Check Point Research warns of a surge in malicious activity around Amazon Prime Day
Email Security

Check Point Research warns of a surge in malicious activity around Amazon Prime Day

Surge in cybercrime ahead of Amazon Prime Day 2021 as almost 80% of domains with the word Amazon are potentially dangerous, warns Check Point Research.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Jun 2021
Global smart speaker market experiences 45% growth
Digital Entertainment

Global smart speaker market experiences 45% growth

Amazon leads the global smart speaker market with 10.4 million units shipped in Q3 2019, according to Canalys. Google slips to fourth.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 14th Nov 2019
Amazon primed for domination as Q2 revenue climbs rapidly
Hyperscale

Amazon primed for domination as Q2 revenue climbs rapidly

Amazon's second quarter 2016 financial results are strong as ever, with a 42% increase in operating cash flow and a 31% increase in net sales.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 1st Aug 2016

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Shoppers believe Amazon can be outdone on Prime Day discounts, study finds
EduTech

Shoppers believe Amazon can be outdone on Prime Day discounts, study finds

Prime Day could significantly bolster retail as 80% of European and US consumers are poised for online bargain hunting.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 14th Oct 2023
Prime Day Specials: Save up to 36% on BLUETTI Power Stations
Digital Entertainment

Prime Day Specials: Save up to 36% on BLUETTI Power Stations

Whether you're gearing up for an outdoor adventure or just checking out a reliable backup power source, BLUETTI has you covered.

By Tom Raynel • 4 min read • Mon, 10th Jul 2023
What brands can expect from Amazon Prime Day in Australia
eCommerce

What brands can expect from Amazon Prime Day in Australia

Amazon Prime Day is the annual two-day shopping event, kicking off this year from July 12-13 and is the global online shopping platform's biggest sales event.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Jul 2022