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PSG Equity invests in PlentyONE to boost global reach
eCommerce

PSG Equity invests in PlentyONE to boost global reach

PSG Equity is set to invest in PlentyONE, enhancing the cloud-based eCommerce ERP's growth across DACH and global markets, strengthening its product offerings.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
Linnworks partners with Wowcher to enhance UK ecommerce
Customer Experience

Linnworks partners with Wowcher to enhance UK ecommerce

Linnworks has integrated with Wowcher, enabling ecommerce retailers to seamlessly manage sales, inventory, and orders within the Linnworks platform.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024

Global Stories

Retail stories

Teradata & AWS enhance AI integration with VantageCloud
Data Analytics

Teradata & AWS enhance AI integration with VantageCloud

Teradata has unveiled a partnership with Amazon Web Services to accelerate generative AI deployment, offering over 60 use-cases for enterprises.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024
Teradata enhances collaboration with AWS for Gen AI use cases
Data Analytics

Teradata enhances collaboration with AWS for Gen AI use cases

Teradata has announced a partnership with AWS to accelerate the deployment of Generative AI use cases, integrating VantageCloud with Amazon Bedrock.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024
Avanade advises mid-market firms to rethink AI strategies
AI Ethics & Governance

Avanade advises mid-market firms to rethink AI strategies

Avanade is urging mid-market firms to rethink AI adoption, focusing on a people-centric approach amid concerns over job displacement and workplace dynamics.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
Responsible AI: Managing ethical and regulatory risks while using AI to accelerate growth
Physical Security

Responsible AI: Managing ethical and regulatory risks while using AI to accelerate growth

AI is projected to boost Australia's economy by 40% and add AUD $600 billion by 2030, yet concerns over data privacy and ethical risks are rising.

By Shreshta Shyamsundar • 4 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
2024 SME barometer reveals spending trends in APAC
Data Analytics

2024 SME barometer reveals spending trends in APAC

Instarem's 2024 SME Spend Barometer reveals evolving spending habits of SMEs in Singapore, Australia and Malaysia amid economic pressures and digital transformation.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
Primer targets global expansion with new partnerships by 2025
Fintech

Primer targets global expansion with new partnerships by 2025

Primer sets ambitious growth targets for 2025, aiming to enhance its presence in the EU, US, and APAC amid rising demand for unified payment solutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
How retail businesses can build loyalty this festive season despite financial constraints
Customer Experience

How retail businesses can build loyalty this festive season despite financial constraints

As the festive season approaches, retailers must adapt to financial pressures by leveraging digital loyalty solutions to attract and retain value-seeking customers.

By Anurag Vasisth • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
Black Friday set to rival Boxing Day in NZ & Australia
Clean technologies

Black Friday set to rival Boxing Day in NZ & Australia

Black Friday, now a vital part of the retail scene in Australia and New Zealand, is set for record sales in 2024 as consumers seek big savings amid rising costs.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
Cyber threats heighten with holiday sales here
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cyber threats heighten with holiday sales here

With Black Friday and Cyber Monday in full swing, cyber threats loom large, urging consumers and retailers to bolster their online security against potential attacks.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Retail stories

JB Hi-Fi reports financial challenges amid increased revenue
Supply Chain

JB Hi-Fi reports financial challenges amid increased revenue

JB Hi-Fi NZ reported a 12.3% revenue increase to NZD $327.9 million for FY2024 but faced significant losses due to rising operating expenses.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
HP New Zealand unveils winners of 2024 Partner Awards
Clean technologies

HP New Zealand unveils winners of 2024 Partner Awards

HP New Zealand has revealed the winners of its 2024 Partner Awards in Auckland, celebrating partner achievements in customer solutions and sustainability.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
Trust & AI in shopping: New Zealand consumers' views
Marketing Technologies

Trust & AI in shopping: New Zealand consumers' views

Salesforce's report reveals New Zealand consumers are increasingly willing to embrace AI in shopping, despite a sharp decline in trust towards companies.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
PMT Communications celebrates achievements in 2024
Unified Communications

PMT Communications celebrates achievements in 2024

PMT Communications has reported a successful 2024, achieving new milestones in telecommunications and expanding services across various sectors.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
V2 Digital strengthens team with two key appointments
Hyperscale

V2 Digital strengthens team with two key appointments

V2 Digital has expanded its team to over 60 employees across Australia with two senior appointments, enhancing its focus on AI-driven growth.

By Imee Dequito • 4 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
Avast warns of rise in fake shops targeting New Zealanders
Email Security

Avast warns of rise in fake shops targeting New Zealanders

Avast warns of a surge in fake online shops targeting New Zealanders, with nearly 80,000 counterfeit websites identified as the holiday shopping season nears.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024