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PriceSpider unveils Wayvia to advance AI-driven retail insights
Customer Experience

PriceSpider unveils Wayvia to advance AI-driven retail insights

PriceSpider launches Wayvia, an AI-driven retail platform that enhances brand insights and revenue across channels with 20 years of shopper data.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 25th Jul 2025
Experts reveal how AI Agents impact retail, shopping and customer loyalty
Customer Experience

Experts reveal how AI Agents impact retail, shopping and customer loyalty

AI agents will transform retail loyalty by acting as personal concierges, optimising offers, and demanding trust and transparency in shopping experiences.

By Jonathan Reeve • 4 min read • Mon, 16th Jun 2025
Online shopper search drives 44% of ecommerce revenue
Marketing Technologies

Online shopper search drives 44% of ecommerce revenue

A new report by Constructor reveals that online shoppers using search bars account for 44% of site revenue, highlighting the need for tailored ecommerce strategies.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
Qsic secures USD $25m to expand AI audio platform and enter new markets
Customer Experience

Qsic secures USD $25m to expand AI audio platform and enter new markets

Qsic has raised USD $25 million in Series B funding to enhance its AI-driven audio platform, aiming to expand its retail operations and boost its market presence.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2025
ProGlove unveils Warehouse 360 for real-time insights
Supply Chain

ProGlove unveils Warehouse 360 for real-time insights

ProGlove unveils Warehouse 360, a game-changing platform designed to enhance warehouse efficiency with real-time insights and seamless integration of data.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
PayPal warns Aussies of risky shopping ahead of sales
EduTech

PayPal warns Aussies of risky shopping ahead of sales

PayPal's latest research reveals a 9% rise in risky shopping habits among Australians ahead of Boxing Day, raising alarm over potential scams.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Dec 2024

Stories from Other Regions

AI is helping us reimagine black friday
Artificial Intelligence

AI is helping us reimagine black friday

AI is revolutionising Black Friday, turning it from a rush of impulsive buys into a year-round, sustainable, and transparent shopping experience.

By Ashley Bailey • 4 min read • Sun, 23rd Nov 2025
European consumers weigh AI, privacy & personalisation for BFCM
Customer Experience

European consumers weigh AI, privacy & personalisation for BFCM

European consumers show cautious optimism towards AI easing Black Friday shopping, with 44% positive but 40% concerned over data privacy and personalisation.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Sep 2025
AI shopping adoption in Canada grows 44% in one year
Fintech

AI shopping adoption in Canada grows 44% in one year

Adyen's report reveals 36% of Canadian consumers use AI for shopping, a 44% rise, with over half open to future AI-assisted purchases.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 22nd May 2025
Canadian online sales down as shoppers seek value & discounts
Marketing Technologies

Canadian online sales down as shoppers seek value & discounts

Canadian online retail sales fell 3% in Q1 2025, with average order values dropping amid cautious spending and rising promotional offers.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 24th Apr 2025
The eCommerce Model giving rural customers a perfect fit
eCommerce

The eCommerce Model giving rural customers a perfect fit

New Zealand's Rose & Thorne is revolutionising lingerie retail with virtual fittings, ensuring rural women enjoy personalised service and inclusive sizing.

By Mark Devlin • 4 min read • Mon, 7th Apr 2025
Simon partners with Adentro to enhance retail experience
Customer Experience

Simon partners with Adentro to enhance retail experience

Simon teams up with Adentro to integrate WBA OpenRoaming technology across US properties, aiming to enhance digital shopping experiences and drive retail innovation.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 4th Apr 2025
Mobile app usage in Indonesia soars during Ramadan period
Gaming

Mobile app usage in Indonesia soars during Ramadan period

Mobile app usage in Indonesia has surged during Ramadan, with shopping sessions up 11%, highlighting the cultural significance of the holy month.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Mar 2025
UK shoppers focusing on discounted items - research
Marketing Technologies

UK shoppers focusing on discounted items - research

According to the findings, shoppers are taking a strategic approach by thoroughly researching their purchases to find the best deals and prices.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Sun, 16th Mar 2025
UK ecommerce in 2025: social media & speedy delivery
Marketing Technologies

UK ecommerce in 2025: social media & speedy delivery

The UK ecommerce landscape is evolving rapidly, with 60.1% of consumers willing to switch brands for better delivery options, highlighting changing preferences.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2025
Difficult returns leads to brand abandonment - study
Gaming

Difficult returns leads to brand abandonment - study

A study by Manhattan Associates reveals that 40% of shoppers abandon brands after negative return experiences, highlighting the critical need for efficient return processes.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
Survey reveals UK's top & least-favoured Christmas gifts
EduTech

Survey reveals UK's top & least-favoured Christmas gifts

A new CEWE report reveals that 73% of UK adults have faced disappointment with gifts, highlighting the best and worst presents for Christmas.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Dec 2024