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Amazon unveils next-gen Alexa+, powered by generative AI
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In addition to responding intuitively to voice commands, Alexa+ can actively manage and orchestrate other connected services and devices.

IKEA tops ecommerce for best customer experience in 2025
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A study has crowned IKEA the top ecommerce site for customer experience in the UK for 2025, outpacing competitors with superior site performance.

Amazon launches Alexa+ with enhanced AI capabilities
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Amazon has launched Alexa+, an advanced AI assistant promising enhanced conversational abilities and seamless integration with various services and devices.

Linnworks unveils new partnerships & product updates
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Linnworks is unveiling new features on its Connected Commerce Ops platform at the upcoming Linnovation showcase, enhancing support for retailers facing market changes.

AI’s power struggle: The data centre boom and the race for sustainable computing
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New Zealand's data centre market is projected to soar from USD $1 billion in 2023 to USD $1.56 billion by 2029, driven by surging AI demand and sustainability efforts.

Kelly Wearmouth appointed as MD of Mars United ANZ
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Mars United Commerce has appointed Kelly Wearmouth as Managing Director for Australia and New Zealand, aiming to enhance regional growth and client services.

Retail report: UK consumers prioritise convenient deliveries
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The Metapack report reveals that by 2025, 60.1% of UK consumers prioritise delivery convenience, highlighting a shift towards innovative retail strategies.

UK ecommerce in 2025: social media & speedy delivery
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The UK ecommerce landscape is evolving rapidly, with 60.1% of consumers willing to switch brands for better delivery options, highlighting changing preferences.

Amazon Australia introduces PayTo with NAB & Banked
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Banked has partnered with National Australia Bank to introduce PayTo on Amazon Australia, offering secure, direct payments from customers' bank accounts.

Amazon leads Australian marketplace as Catch closes down
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Amazon continues to dominate Australia’s marketplace sector, as trust in competitors like Shein and Temu declines, according to the latest consumer report.

DYOR partners Ava Labs amid drastic Avalanche fee cuts
Wed, 29th Jan 2025
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DYOR has partnered with Ava Labs to enhance the Avalanche blockchain experience, capitalising on a dramatic 96% cut in gas fees.

Battle for survival: Turning peak season learnings into 2025 strategies
Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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Retailers face a survival battle in 2025, with economic pressures and customer expectations reshaping the e-commerce landscape following a strong 2024 peak season.

Simple Sellers offers expert Amazon guidance from Sydney
Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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Sydney-based Simple Sellers, founded by ex-Amazon employees, guides businesses through Amazon's complexities with a tailored five-step framework.

Amazon & Temu rivalry heats up in Australian eCommerce
Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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The eCommerce landscape in Australia is set for upheaval as Amazon introduces its budget-focused Haul storefront to compete with Temu's swift rise.

Karl Triebes named Chief Product Officer at Ivanti
Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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Karl Triebes has been appointed Chief Product Officer at Ivanti, bringing over 30 years of tech expertise to enhance product strategy and customer satisfaction.

Bitcoin ranked 7th largest global asset in 2024 report
Tue, 14th Jan 2025
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In its January Monthly Markets Insights, Binance Australia reported Bitcoin's rise to the 7th largest global asset, signalling strong growth in the crypto market.

Spreetail unveils profit-sharing to benefit top partners
Mon, 30th Dec 2024
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Spreetail has launched a profit-sharing initiative, Shareback, to reward top partners who exceed profit expectations with a share of unexpected margins.

Australians increasingly turn to AI chatbots for holiday shopping
Wed, 18th Dec 2024
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A new study reveals that nearly a third of Australian shoppers are embracing AI chatbots for holiday shopping, marking a shift in consumer behaviour.

Bitcoin surpasses USD $100K, enters top seven assets
Thu, 5th Dec 2024
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Bitcoin has shattered the USD $100,000 barrier, reaching a market capitalisation of USD $2.03 trillion and joining the ranks of the world's top assets.

PSG Equity invests in PlentyONE to boost global reach
Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
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PSG Equity is set to invest in PlentyONE, enhancing the cloud-based e-commerce ERP's growth across DACH and global markets, strengthening its product offerings.