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Adobe’s 2024 holiday forecast predicts U.S. online sales to hit USD $240.8 billion, driven by Cyber Week, mobile shopping, and social media influences.

As customers demand instant gratification, brands must future-proof loyalty programmes with real-time strategies, like Woolworths' 2022 pivot to immediacy.

Logitech launches the MX Creative Console, aiming to streamline workflows for digital creators with AI and Adobe integration.

Yubico's 2024 survey reveals alarming cybersecurity trends, with 46% of Australians reporting password compromises and 80% citing AI-enhanced scam sophistication.

A new FIS survey reveals security is the top concern for online banking in Singapore, with 56% noting increased fraud attempts and millennials most affected.

UK banks struggle to innovate despite growing balance sheets, with 77% under pressure to keep up, a SaaScada study reveals.

Consumers increasingly blend online, offline, and social media shopping platforms. A report by Locus and Coresight highlights 65.8% utilising multiple touchpoints.

Mandoe Media's AI Magic Create tool has propelled small businesses, including Street Taste, to remarkable 30% sales growth, revolutionising digital signage.

Forterro unveils Orderwise Cloud, a customisable ERP system for retail, wholesale, warehousing, and e-commerce, promising improved security and reduced costs.

Logistics experts warn that attacks in the Red Sea are driving up shipping costs, potentially limiting Black Friday discounts to 20% to 30% this year.

Ecommerce businesses can achieve personalisation ethically with intelligent popups, quiz funnels for abandoned carts, and dynamic product blocks.

Synergy Enterprise Solutions joins Pae Hokohoko, enhancing New Zealand government services with advanced CX solutions through its Zendesk partnership.

Workday unveils twelve new Industry Accelerators, partnering globally to help customers modernise HR and finance across various sectors.

A Sydney startup, Pyng, offers Australians a solution to save billions in annual tap-and-go surcharge fees by facilitating surcharge-free payments through its innovative app.

Rithum names Lou Keyes as CEO to spearhead growth in third-party commerce. Keyes, with vast tech sector expertise, succeeds Bryan Dove, who led since 2021.

Orro has teamed up with Cisco to unveil its Managed Observability service, enhancing visibility in networks and enabling swift issue resolution for businesses.

Europe’s Premier Google Cloud partner Appsbroker CTS rebrands as Qodea after last year's merger. Qodea focuses on security, data, and innovation for global brands.

Retailers must embrace emerging tech and automation for Black Friday triumph, cutting costs and ensuring efficiency during high-demand periods.

As Australia's retailers navigate inflation and reduced spending, improved order fulfilment during peak season is crucial for operational efficiency and customer loyalty.

New research by CommBox reveals UK Gen Z shoppers prefer digital channels like WhatsApp for customer service, while older generations stick to phone calls.