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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
UK Christmas shopping shifts towards subscription gifts
Shopping

UK Christmas shopping shifts towards subscription gifts

As Christmas approaches, 29% of UK shoppers are opting for subscription gifts over traditional presents, blending modern convenience with festive spirit.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024
Loop acquires Wonderment to enhance Shopify solutions
Customer Experience

Loop acquires Wonderment to enhance Shopify solutions

Loop has acquired Wonderment to enhance its commerce operations for Shopify merchants, combining AI insights with real-time shipment tracking.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024
UK shoppers struggle with tech issues on Black Friday deals
Customer Experience

UK shoppers struggle with tech issues on Black Friday deals

New research by HONOR reveals UK shoppers face technology challenges during Black Friday, with 1 in 3 experiencing device freezes while bargain hunting.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Nov 2024

Global Stories

Shopping stories

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
Quid & Vantage Discovery unite for AI retail insights
Marketing Technologies

Quid & Vantage Discovery unite for AI retail insights

Quid and Vantage Discovery have teamed up to revolutionise retail intelligence by merging site search data with social trends, enhancing shopper insights.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Dec 2024
Sinch predicts personalised, secure shopping trends for 2024
Customer Experience

Sinch predicts personalised, secure shopping trends for 2024

Sinch predicts that 2024's Black Friday and Cyber Monday will see a surge in personalised and secure communication strategies to enhance shopper engagement.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Shopping stories

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
7 Strategies for Asian SMBs to Unlock International Growth This Holiday Shopping Season
Data Analytics

7 Strategies for Asian SMBs to Unlock International Growth This Holiday Shopping Season

As the holiday shopping season approaches, Asian SMBs are urged to adopt seven strategies to unlock international growth and capture global market demand.

By Belinda Koh • 5 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024
Data-driven strategies to maximise peak season success
Data Analytics

Data-driven strategies to maximise peak season success

Christmas spending in Australia is forecasted to rise by 2.7% to AUD $69.7 billion, prompting retailers to adopt data-driven strategies for success.

By Simon Le Grand • 4 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2024