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Samsung Wallet expands to 13 markets, Australia still waiting
Samsung Wallet, the tech giant’s digital wallet solution equivalent to rival Apple’s ‘Apple Wallet’ function, will expand to an additional 13 markets in the next few months, the company says.
Vinomofo latest retailer to suffer data breach
Online wine and beverages retailer Vinomofo has suffered a data breach confirmed by a statement on behalf of the online retailer, becoming the latest Australian company to suffer a cyber attack.
Netflix with ads a new opportunity for retail
Streaming giant Netflix have formally confirmed their plans to release a cheaper, ad-supported subscription model for its service, with the cheaper per-month option to officially launch on November 3.
Cyber attacks cost retailers millions and lessons from a ‘PR Nightmare’
Fallout from the historic Optus data breach continues to be acutely felt, with the full extent of the damage to Optus’ brand credibility as a result of the cyber attack unlikely to be known for months or even years to come. Meanwhile, consumers and retailers alike are warned to be vigilant as Black Friday events are predicted to see a rise in instances of online scam attempts.
Hummgroup appoint directors, seek to bounce back from dour FY22 results
Fintech company Hummgroup, which oversees Buy Now, Pay Later provider and platform Humm, has announced the appointment of two new non-executive independent directors to its boardroom.
eBay hit with ticket scalping penalties for NRL Grand Final in NSW
E-commerce giant eBay has been spectacularly handed new penalties in New South Wales, it has been announced today, with NSW Fair Trading fining the marketplace following NRL Grand Final tickets appearing on its platform - breaching state ticket scalping laws.
Tech futures lead winners from Government’s Jobs and Skills Summit
A few days removed from the conclusion of the Federal Government’s Jobs and Skills Summit, industry leaders, employers and employees alike have begun to reflect on the results of the two-day event.
Frasers Group Expected to Majorly Acquire MySale
The online marketplace, MySale, is set to be acquired by Frasers Group. It currently owns a 28.7 percent share of the business, which increased on June 29.
JB Hi-Fi’s Online Sales Soar, Shares Take a Hit
It's been a good year for JB Hi-Fi, with online sales lifting more than 50 percent and total sales up YoY. But investors are seeing red.
BREAKING: Adore Beauty CEO Resigns
Adore Beauty's CEO, Tennealle O'Shannessy, is stepping down from her role. She joined the company in August 2020, shortly before the retailer filed for its IPO in October 2020.
Small Businesses Approaching 2024 with Proactive Confidence
Despite feeling the pressure, Sendle’s 2023 Small Business Survey has found that many Aussie Small Businesses are proactively approaching 2024.
Cash Rate Pause Welcome Relief Ahead of Christmas
The RBA’s decision to hold cash rates for December is welcomed by retailers but some critics say its not good enough.
David Jones Announces Eastland Store Closure
David Jones has announced the closure of another physical store with the retailer optimising its network to ensure omnichannel efficiency.
Solving the Major Challenges Faced in Omni-channel Retail
The omni-channel experience introduces new challenges. Retailers need to focus on three critical optimisations to ensure a frictionless customer experience.
Key Takeaways from BigCommerce’s 2023 Customer Experience Report: What Online Shoppers Want from Brands
We identified three key strategies for retailers to meet — and exceed — shopper expectations going into peak season from BigCommerce’s 2023 Customer Experience Report: What Online Shoppers Want from Brands.
The Rise of Delivery Choices – What consumers want and how to exceed their expectations
HUBBED compiles three valuable insights on consumer preferences and expectations on their post purchase parcel delivery experience from its recent report, The Rise of Delivery Choices.
