Online shopping stories - Page 5
AI reshapes supply chains as disruption becomes the norm
Fri, 12th Dec 2025
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digital transformation
AI takes centre stage in logistics as Infios predicts 2026 supply chains built for constant disruption, resilience and human‑machine teamwork.
Gen Z trust creators over brands for tech decisions
Fri, 12th Dec 2025
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mdm
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smart home
Gen Z now trust online creators over tech brands, reshaping how phones, wearables and smart home devices are discovered and bought.
AI agents to transform enterprise, retail & security by 2026
Wed, 10th Dec 2025
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digital transformation
AI agents are tipped to sweep through enterprises, shops and security by 2026, automating work, reshaping retail and redefining digital trust.
Softonic issues guide to avoid scams in festive sales
Tue, 9th Dec 2025
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data protection
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Softonic issues festive-season guide warning of rising scams in fake shops, apps and delivery messages as online bargain hunting surges.
Infobip sees Black Friday rich messaging volumes surge
Tue, 9th Dec 2025
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Infobip logs 12.2 billion Cyber Week interactions as retailers drive a 277% Black Friday surge in rich messaging such as RCS and WhatsApp.
Viral festival moment boosts demand for Huski flutes
Mon, 8th Dec 2025
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e-commerce
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amazon
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social media
A viral festival clip of a top influencer sipping from a pink Huski champagne flute has sent global demand for the Kiwi drinkware brand soaring.
UK sees world's highest Black Friday growth led by loyalty spend
Fri, 5th Dec 2025
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UK saw the highest global Black Friday growth at 16%, driven by loyalty spend, AI tools, and personalised retail experiences, outpacing US and ANZ markets.
How AI, social commerce & experience will reshape retail in 2026
Fri, 5th Dec 2025
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By 2026, AI, social commerce and immersive physical retail experiences will transform how consumers interact with brands both online and in stores.
Friendly fraud rise during Cyber Week threatens retail profits
Fri, 5th Dec 2025
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online shopping
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holiday season
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banking
US retailers face rising friendly fraud during Cyber Week as 77% of shoppers dispute charges via banks, threatening profits amid USD $43.7bn online spend.
Black Friday searches hit 33.5bn as shoppers favour value & pets
Fri, 5th Dec 2025
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Black Friday searches hit 33.5bn, with pet products surging 81% and shoppers favouring value, wellness, and early deals over luxury goods this year.
US online sales hit USD $14.25 billion on Cyber Monday 2025
Thu, 4th Dec 2025
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gaming
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smart home
US online sales reached a record USD $14.25 billion on Cyber Monday 2025, driven by strong discounts and a surge in mobile shopping activity.
PureVPN launches all-in-one mobile app to combat alert fatigue
Fri, 28th Nov 2025
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vpns
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encryption
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cybersecurity
PureVPN launches a unified mobile app combining VPN, Password Manager, and more to reduce alert fatigue.
Onton raises USD $7.5 million to expand its AI shopping platform
Thu, 27th Nov 2025
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Onton secures USD $7.5 million seed funding to grow its AI-powered shopping platform, aiming to simplify online product search and expand globally.
OpenAI unveils ChatGPT shopping research with tailored guides
Wed, 26th Nov 2025
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data privacy
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transparency
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online shopping
OpenAI introduces a ChatGPT shopping tool offering personalised guides and real-time product comparisons to aid informed buying decisions across various categories.
eCommerce platforms face AI-powered cyber threats for 2025 season
Wed, 26th Nov 2025
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vpns
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crypto
eCommerce platforms face rising AI-driven cyber threats ahead of 2025 holidays as attackers exploit vulnerabilities and stolen credentials for fraud.
Retailers face digital & cyber threats in Black Friday season
Wed, 26th Nov 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
Retailers face rising digital and cyber threats this Black Friday, with only 22% of sites optimised for mobile user experience amid surging online traffic.
Why multilingual messaging is becoming essential for shopify's global future
Wed, 26th Nov 2025
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commerce systems
Shopify merchants face a new challenge: real-time multilingual messaging to support global shoppers beyond translated storefronts, boosting trust and sales.
Black Friday sees rise in sale searches but retailers risk missing out
Sun, 23rd Nov 2025
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e-commerce
Black Friday 2024 saw a surge in sale-related searches, with conversion rates tripling, but retailers risk losing customers if sites aren't optimised for deal queries.
AI and the holiday shopping season: Why trust matters more than ever
Sat, 22nd Nov 2025
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risk & compliance
This holiday season, 73% of shoppers worldwide use AI for gift ideas and purchases, boosting convenience but challenging trust and fraud detection.
Retailers turn to AI to meet demand & secure Black Friday sales
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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mfa
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advanced persistent threat protection
Retailers are turning to AI and unified tech to meet soaring Black Friday demand, enhancing customer service and boosting cybersecurity amid rising cyber threats.