Holiday season stories
Friendly fraud rise during Cyber Week threatens retail profits
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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.
More than half of Australians receive unwanted Christmas gifts
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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.
Get ahead of the rush: 5 tips from your marketing partner for holiday success
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Canadian businesses can boost holiday sales by combining digital with impactful print marketing like signage and personalised gifts to stand out locally.
Stop failed deliveries this holiday season: A data-first playbook for Aussie eCommerce
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The holiday rush is a make-or-break moment for Australia's online retailers.
NZD $12 billion at risk for retailers as shoppers shun bad service
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New Zealand retailers risk losing NZD $12 billion this peak season as almost half of consumers shun businesses after one bad experience.
eCommerce platforms face AI-powered cyber threats for 2025 season
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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.
Australians embrace AI & flexible payments for online sales
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Seventy percent of Australians plan to shop online this holiday season, with AI tools and Buy Now, Pay Later options driving a digital surge in sales.
Young Australians at greatest risk as holiday cyber scams surge
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Young Australians are most at risk as holiday online shopping scams surge, with Gen Z and Millennials more likely to engage in risky cyber behaviours this season.
Australian holiday spending soars to AUD $969 amid price rises
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Australian holiday spending is set to rise 18% to AUD $969 per shopper, driven by price hikes and stress, with many using AI to aid gift buying this season.
US banks increase AI spending to tackle USD $12.5 billion fraud
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US banks boost AI spending to combat rising check fraud, linked to USD $12.5 billion loss, ahead of the holiday season peak in fraudulent activities.
The digital grinch: half of Aussies say online ads are ruining their Christmas magic
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Over half of Australians say online ads on shared devices have spoiled holiday surprises, dimming the Christmas magic for many this season.
digiDirect unveils major Black Friday tech deals with up to 50% off
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digiDirect launches Black Friday Clickathon with up to 50% off cameras, computers and mobile devices across major brands like Sony, Canon and Apple.
Logitech & ghd unveil personalised tech gifts for NZ holidays
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Logitech and ghd launch personalised tech and beauty gifts in New Zealand, from portable speakers to advanced hair stylers, ideal for the holiday season.
Why community-led growth will help brands In APAC win this holiday season
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Community-led growth is boosting app success in APAC this holiday season, offering cost-efficient gains amid rising mobile adoption and tighter budgets.
Holiday sales boom triggers surge in disputes, risking USD $250bn
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Holiday online sales in the US are set to exceed USD $250bn in 2025, but rising disputes and friendly fraud threaten retailers' profits this season.
Cyber Monday surpasses Black Friday in UK as shoppers seek value
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For the first time, Cyber Monday has surpassed Black Friday in UK online sales, reflecting shoppers’ shift towards value-driven and personalised purchases amid inflation.
Sandisk unveils new Creator & WD_BLACK storage ahead of holidays
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Sandisk launches new Creator and WD_BLACK storage devices, catering to content creators, gamers, and adventurers ahead of the festive season.
Kiwis warned as holiday surge in SMS scams targets bank details
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Kiwis face a surge in SMS scams this holiday season, with fraudsters targeting bank details through fake delivery alerts and urgent messages.
AI, social media & flexible payments to drive festive shopping
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AI, social media, and flexible payments like BNPL will shape festive shopping as 69% of consumers trust AI to assist their Black Friday and holiday purchases.
UK tech retail grows 5.4% but trails behind European rivals
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UK tech retail sales rose 5.4% in Q3 2025, outpacing national retail growth but lagging behind Europe's 21% surge in the sector.