Retail stories - Page 39

AliExpress is set to enhance its promotional campaigns by giving away 1,000 UEFA EURO 2024 tickets, bolstering its global consumer engagement with exciting football-themed activities.

Yahoo Australia has named Maddie Basso as Head of Commercial to lead its commercial strategy, emphasising growth in joint business partnerships and enhancing ad services.

Edenred Payment Solutions has named Rehana Mitha, an expert in cloud-based payment solutions as it snew Managing Director.

Research shows 38% of Australians plan to join EOFY sales, with 42% shopping online. The shift from tax-deductibles to electronics, and household items marks a new trend.

M-Cube has launched its 'Green Signage' protocol, promising to cut digital signage energy use by up to 50%, aligning with new EU sustainability regulations.

Applexus Technologies has acquired UK-based Absoft Limited, aiming to transform the SAP landscape by combining strengths.

Forrester's new report predicts global online retail sales will soar from USD $4.4 trillion in 2023 to USD $6.8 trillion by 2028, with key disparities between regions.

Logitech reveals an expanded Designed-for-Mac lineup, featuring the latest MX and ergonomic devices aimed at boosting productivity and comfort for Mac users.

US consumers spent USD $331.6 billion online in Q1 2024, with groceries, electronics, and apparel driving growth, Adobe Analytics reveals.

A new Fivetran and MIT Technology Review Insights report reveals data readiness as a key barrier to AI adoption, with 60% of organisations needing better data governance.

LASER, an Australian tech brand, partners with Dicker Data as its exclusive New Zealand distributor, aiming to broaden access to affordable tech solutions.

OVO Energy Australia and Kaluza have launched new EV and solar plans, aiming to save customers up to AUD $450 annually through enhanced load shifting and solar integration.

Soft Space and Inflight Dublin partner to integrate Fasspos with Everhub on AirAsia, elevating inflight entertainment and boosting ancillary revenue.

WorkBuzz and Personal Group team up to bridge the tech gap for deskless workers, boosting morale and engagement through an integrated mobile app solution.

The artificial intelligence in media and entertainment market is set to rise from USD $10.24 billion in 2024 to USD $51.37 billion by 2034, driven by a 17.5% CAGR.

Yours Clothing, the UK’s leading plus-size fashion retailer, partners with Brave Bison to drive domestic and international growth through advanced performance marketing.

Priestleys Gourmet Delights has unveiled a 53 million AI-powered facility in Brisbane, doubling production capacity and creating 56 jobs by 2026.

Generative AI promises to revolutionise customer loyalty programs through hyper-personalisation and predictive modelling, say experts from Accor, The Warehouse Group, and Eagle Eye.

Australia has entered the top ten origins for phishing attacks, with a 479.3% rise in hosted phishing content and losses amounting to AUD $26.1 million.

Amid rising cyber attacks, 69% of Australian retailers are prioritising cyber security in 2024, with a focus on building consumer trust and loyalty.