Online shopping stories - Page 6
Gen Z trust creators over brands for tech decisions
Fri, 12th Dec 2025
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Gen Z now trust online creators over tech brands, reshaping how phones, wearables and smart home devices are discovered and bought.
ChatGPT tops Apple's 2025 app & game charts in Australia
Thu, 11th Dec 2025
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wearables
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ChatGPT has swept Apple's 2025 app charts in Australia, topping both free iPhone and iPad download lists as AI tools surge in popularity.
AI agents to transform enterprise, retail & security by 2026
Wed, 10th Dec 2025
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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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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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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.
Avast warns of surge in fake online shops in Australia
Mon, 8th Dec 2025
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Avast flags 430,000 blocked visits to fake online shops in Australia, warning scam “ghost stores” will surge over summer sales and Christmas.
One in three Australians open to AI shopping assistants
Mon, 8th Dec 2025
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One in three Australians are ready to let AI shop on their behalf, but fears over fraud, control and bad purchases still loom large.
Australia Post campaign boosts Parcel Locker rewards
Mon, 8th Dec 2025
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Australia Post teams with The ICONIC and Oz Hair and Beauty, offering AUD $10 rewards to steer online shoppers towards Parcel Lockers.
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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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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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.
More than half of Australians receive unwanted Christmas gifts
Thu, 4th Dec 2025
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Over half of Australians have received unwanted Christmas gifts, with 76% struggling to choose suitable presents each festive season, new research reveals.
LG unveils Black Friday appliance deals with up to 50% off
Fri, 28th Nov 2025
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LG offers up to 50% off selected home appliances, TVs and monitors for Black Friday, with extra perks for members buying online in Australia until early December.
Australian retailers face rising cyber threats as Black Friday nears
Thu, 27th Nov 2025
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Australian retailers face rising cyber threats ahead of Black Friday, with fraud and losses surging as online shopping peaks during the holiday sales period.
OpenAI unveils ChatGPT shopping research with tailored guides
Wed, 26th Nov 2025
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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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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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Retailers face rising digital and cyber threats this Black Friday, with only 22% of sites optimised for mobile user experience amid surging online traffic.