Tag: Online Shopping
Mobile technology now shapes a large share of everyday online activity in Australia. A smartphone can handle tasks that once required a desktop computer, a physical card, a printed …
AI-powered shopping agents completed more than 120 million transactions through Alipay’s AI Pay platform in a single week in February 2026, according to data cited in a new NielsenIQ …
2025 proved to be a year of contrasts for Australia’s retail and FMCG sectors. Some brands, particularly in non-discretionary categories, managed to grow, while many others struggled under persistent …
New research from PayPal shows 71 per cent of Australians plan to shop the end of financial year (EOFY) sales this year, matching the 2025 figure and suggesting demand …
Ugg footwear retailer Christofi Investments has paid $39,600 in penalties after the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) issued it with two infringement notices for allegedly making misleading pricing …
Japanese streetwear brand A Bathing Ape is moving its point-of-sale and inventory management systems across its Hong Kong flagship stores and global outlets to Tencent Cloud, in a three-way …
It is easy to pour all your energy into benchtops, cabinetry and splashbacks while treating the hardware as an afterthought. Yet the handles you choose are the details your …
Something has changed in how women relate to clothing, and it is bigger than just the trend cycle moving faster or slower than usual. It is more fundamental than …
Google has published official guidance for website owners on how to appear in generative AI features on Google Search, including AI Overviews and AI Mode, confirming that traditional SEO …
A New Era Of Diamonds The jewellery world is evolving and lab-grown diamonds are at the forefront of this transformation. They are not imitations but real diamonds created through …
eBay Australia has overhauled its fee structure for casual sellers, removing transaction fees for those turning over less than $25,000 a year while simultaneously introducing a new buyer-funded protection …
SLICE Digital, the New Zealand-focused affiliate marketing network, is closing its doors at the end of May 2026, marking the end of what was the country’s dominant locally based …
Satori has expanded its OK2Pay payment verification platform to cover international transactions, bringing the service’s reach to more than 50 countries and targeting what the company describes as a …
Staff retention is expensive to get wrong. Replacing a single employee in Australia costs businesses an average of 50 to 200 percent of that person’s annual salary when you …
When people think about updating their home, they often focus on furniture, paint colours, or decorative accessories. But one of the most effective ways to completely change the feel …
Over the past decade, cryptocurrency has evolved from a niche technological experiment into a widely recognized financial tool. What started with Bitcoin has now expanded into a diverse ecosystem …
There’s something quietly powerful about walking into a workplace where everyone is dressed the same. Not in a conformist, everyone-looks-miserable kind of way. More like a “we’re all in …
There’s a moment every business hopes for. A customer picks up a product, something clicks, and they buy it. Simple, right? Except it’s really not. Behind that split-second decision …
Montreal-founded furniture brand Cozey has launched in Australia, marking its first expansion outside North America with a full home collection spanning living room, bedroom, dining, rugs and storage. The …
Let’s face it, one of our gym goals is to gain more muscle definition, increase our total strength and also alleviate the unwanted side effects we associate with high-intensity …
Australian gifting company Edible Blooms has acquired three online gifting businesses and consolidated them into a single marketplace built on Shopify, bringing more than 700 products under one roof …
Australia’s consumer watchdog is probing several retailers for potentially misleading conduct during last year’s Black Friday sales, after a sweep found that around half of the 50 retailers reviewed …
For the past few years, Australian retailers have poured energy into the pre-purchase experience. Faster load times, cleaner navigation, smarter search, smoother checkout. And it has paid off. The …
Let’s be honest: Apple products are expensive in Australia. A brand-new iPhone 17 Pro starts at A$1,999. An Apple Watch Ultra 3 will set you back A$1,399 before you’ve …
AliExpress has launched its 16th Anniversary Sale, which kicked off on 16 March, with a focus on its curated Brand+ range aimed at connecting Australian shoppers with globally recognised …
Brooki Bakehouse has hired Andrew Head as its first Chief Executive Officer, as the bakery brand prepares to scale its operations domestically and internationally following a strategic partnership with …
Something has quietly shifted in the way Australians mark the moments that matter. The instinct to grab a generic gift card or order from a large chain is giving …
Canberra’s property market moves fast. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, a business owner looking to invest, or someone ready to upsize after years of renting, the competition in the …
Whether you’re hosting a community market, a product launch, or a school fundraiser, family-friendly events have a habit of drawing the biggest crowds. Parents want somewhere to take the …
Getting engaged is one of the most exciting milestones in life, and the planning that follows touches every corner of your world. From choosing the perfect bridal accessories to …
Running a business is not easy and building a retail media offering alongside it can add another layer of pressure. However, a cross-channel marketing strategy can help small teams …
I’m really rather sad that Ozsale is shutting down today. Over the years it’s been brilliant for both gifting and opening my eyes to the ridiculous price mark-ups of …
Salesforce has unveiled a suite of new Ai-powered capabilities aimed at helping retailers streamline customer journeys through what it calls “agentic commerce.” The announcement, made during CES 2026, expands …
Shopify has launched its Winter ‘26 Edition, introducing what it describes as its largest wave of Ai-powered features yet, designed to help Australian retailers compete in an increasingly crowded …
One of the key learnings emerging this holiday season is that with half of shoppers plan to use Ai to help them save money this year retailers have the …
Taobao has kicked off its 99 Sale in Australia, bringing discounts, shipping incentives and access to thousands of products across fashion, beauty, homewares and tech. The event is among …
The Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) has issued a warning to Australians this festive season to remain cautious about charity scams. With the holiday period often inspiring generosity, …
Retailers are getting ready for the year’s busiest holiday shopping season, as consumers prepare to splash over $1,000 each on average, according to Deloitte. While busy trading periods often mean …
Umall, Australia’s online Asian grocery platform, has hit a significant milestone in the local eCommerce industry. The company has introduced Ai-powered robotic sorting technology, the first of its kind …
A report from Imperva Threat Research has found that cyberattacks against Australian retailers are on the up. The company warns that retailers and consumers should proceed with caution this …
