Retail stories - Page 23

The Narwal Freo Z Ultra, retailing at AUD $1,999, impresses with powerful suction and smart cleaning, making household chores seem effortless.

Banked has acquired Australian payment technology firm Waave to enhance its Pay by Bank presence, partnering with Chemist Warehouse for seamless transactions.

Yaspa and ASK Global are teaming up to integrate open banking into PINTO machines across the UK, enhancing cashless payment options for customers.

Sitecore has announced it has surpassed USD $500 million in annual recurring revenue for fiscal year 2024, driven by strong demand for its digital experience platform.

A new report reveals that procurement leaders in Australia and New Zealand increasingly recognise Environmental, Social, and Governance factors for strategic growth.

HCLTech has reported a 6.8% revenue increase to USD $3.4 billion for Q2, driven by growth in its software business and strong GenAI solutions.

Arlo Technologies launches its Essential 2K XL camera in Australia and New Zealand, featuring improved battery life and advanced security features.

Adobe has launched GenStudio for Performance Marketing, a new AI-driven tool designed to enhance the creation of personalised advertising campaigns.

Segway-Ninebot has unveiled the C2 Lite, an eKickScooter for kids aged 6 to 12, priced at AUD $399, designed for safety and fun.

eCommerce brands are urged to rethink their reliance on Black Friday and Cyber Monday, adopting a year-round strategy to foster customer loyalty and sustainable growth.

As Black Friday nears, retailers must prepare against outdated order management systems to prevent downtime and maximise their sales potential.

Independent online electronics retailers face challenges as a report reveals shipping costs could rise 25% during Black Friday, impacting profit margins.

New research reveals UK retailers are tightening return policies, driven by annual losses of $2.6 billion from fraud and policy abuse.

Banked has acquired Australian payment technology firm Waave, aiming to dominate the real-time payments market and enhance the Pay by Bank experience.

Philips enters the Australian robot vacuum market with the HomeRun 9000 Series, priced at AUD$2499, as demand for smart home tech surges.

OnBuy has partnered with Google Cloud to support its international expansion, leveraging advanced cloud technology to enhance operations and customer experience.

Orro has launched a new division, Orro Critical Infrastructure, to enhance Operational Technology services for critical infrastructure in Australia and New Zealand.

E-commerce platform Sprii plans to invest nearly 50% of its global marketing budget to expand its operations in the UK market.

JBL has launched its Modern Audio AV Receivers and Stage 2 Loudspeakers in New Zealand, set to elevate home theatre experiences for enthusiasts.

Vantiva has unveiled its IoT Commercial Gateway, offering advanced connectivity solutions for commercial properties, promising reduced infrastructure costs by up to 90%.