Shopping stories

Qsic secures USD $25m to expand AI audio platform and enter new markets
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Qsic has raised USD $25 million in Series B funding to enhance its AI-driven audio platform, aiming to expand its retail operations and boost its market presence.

UK ecommerce in 2025: social media & speedy delivery
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martech
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personalisation
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cdp
The UK ecommerce landscape is evolving rapidly, with 60.1% of consumers willing to switch brands for better delivery options, highlighting changing preferences.

Difficult returns leads to brand abandonment - study
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social media
A study by Manhattan Associates reveals that 40% of shoppers abandon brands after negative return experiences, highlighting the critical need for efficient return processes.

ProGlove unveils Warehouse 360 for real-time insights
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supply chain & logistics
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autonomous systems
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shopping
ProGlove unveils Warehouse 360, a game-changing platform designed to enhance warehouse efficiency with real-time insights and seamless integration of data.

PayPal warns Aussies of risky shopping ahead of sales
Thu, 26th Dec 2024
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email security
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payment technologies
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ecommerce
PayPal's latest research reveals a 9% rise in risky shopping habits among Australians ahead of Boxing Day, raising alarm over potential scams.

Survey reveals UK's top & least-favoured Christmas gifts
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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data analytics
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martech
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financial systems
A new CEWE report reveals that 73% of UK adults have faced disappointment with gifts, highlighting the best and worst presents for Christmas.

Quid & Vantage Discovery unite for AI retail insights
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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martech
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personalisation
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cdp
Quid and Vantage Discovery have teamed up to revolutionise retail intelligence by merging site search data with social trends, enhancing shopper insights.

UK Christmas shopping shifts towards subscription gifts
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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shopping
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christmas
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subscriptions
As Christmas approaches, 29% of UK shoppers are opting for subscription gifts over traditional presents, blending modern convenience with festive spirit.

7 Strategies for Asian SMBs to Unlock International Growth This Holiday Shopping Season
Fri, 13th Dec 2024
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
As the holiday shopping season approaches, Asian SMBs are urged to adopt seven strategies to unlock international growth and capture global market demand.

Loop acquires Wonderment to enhance Shopify solutions
Fri, 13th Dec 2024
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commerce systems
Loop has acquired Wonderment to enhance its commerce operations for Shopify merchants, combining AI insights with real-time shipment tracking.

Sinch predicts personalised, secure shopping trends for 2024
Thu, 28th Nov 2024
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cx
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martech
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personalisation
Sinch predicts that 2024's Black Friday and Cyber Monday will see a surge in personalised and secure communication strategies to enhance shopper engagement.

Data-driven strategies to maximise peak season success
Tue, 26th Nov 2024
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
Christmas spending in Australia is forecasted to rise by 2.7% to AUD $69.7 billion, prompting retailers to adopt data-driven strategies for success.

UK shoppers struggle with tech issues on Black Friday deals
Fri, 15th Nov 2024
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cx
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martech
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shopping
New research by HONOR reveals UK shoppers face technology challenges during Black Friday, with 1 in 3 experiencing device freezes while bargain hunting.

UK Christmas shoppers focus on value, expect higher returns
Thu, 31st Oct 2024
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shopping
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social commerce
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retail
A YouGov survey reveals that 69% of UK consumers plan to maintain or increase their Christmas spending, despite a third expecting to return discounted items.

AI increasingly shapes global consumer purchasing trends
Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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data analytics
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ai
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shopping
NielsenIQ's report shows 40% of global consumers embrace AI for shopping, highlighting a surge in online sales by 11.6% driven by social commerce.

ShopFully, MEDIA Central, Flipp join forces in global merger
Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
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shopping
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m&a
ShopFully, MEDIA Central, and Flipp merge to form the largest global 'drive-to-store' marketing firm, serving 400 million shoppers across 27 markets.

Unified commerce reshapes shopping in India & the US
Tue, 24th Sep 2024
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martech
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supply chain & logistics
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omnichannel
Consumers increasingly blend online, offline, and social media shopping platforms. A report by Locus and Coresight highlights 65.8% utilising multiple touchpoints.

Loop launches customisable order tracking to boost shopper engagement
Tue, 10th Sep 2024
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martech
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personalisation
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cdp
Loop revolutionises post-purchase experience with free Order Tracking feature, enabling brands to engage customers through custom tracking pages, boosting sales and reducing support queries.

Social platforms key for brands to drive growth, says Circana
Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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ar, vr & metaverse
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youtube
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instagram
Circana's new report reveals social e-commerce as a key driver in accelerating consumer purchases, emphasising the importance of data and personalised experiences for brands.

Vudoo & Scroll Media partner to revolutionise digital ads
Fri, 16th Aug 2024
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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shopping
Vudoo has partnered with Scroll Media to bring shoppable and interactive digital ads to top publishers across Australia and New Zealand.