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eCommerce platforms face AI-powered cyber threats for 2025 season

Wed, 26th Nov 2025
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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.
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Retailers face digital & cyber threats in Black Friday season

Wed, 26th Nov 2025
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Retailers face rising digital and cyber threats this Black Friday, with only 22% of sites optimised for mobile user experience amid surging online traffic.
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Retailers brace for cyber threats during Black Friday sales rush

Wed, 26th Nov 2025
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Retailers and shoppers brace for rising cyber threats as Black Friday and Cyber Monday prompt a surge in online transactions and security vulnerabilities.
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Spending soars as firms & shoppers adapt to festive pressures

Tue, 25th Nov 2025
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Firms and consumers boost spending by up to 30% during Black Friday and Christmas, prompting brands to sharpen omnichannel and spend management strategies.
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Shoppers warned of rising online scams as Black Friday nears

Tue, 25th Nov 2025
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UK shoppers warned to stay vigilant against rising online scams as Black Friday spending nears USD $80 billion amid surging fraud risks.
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Australians embrace AI & flexible payments for online sales

Tue, 25th Nov 2025
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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.
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AI-powered scams put New Zealand shoppers at risk this Black Friday

Tue, 25th Nov 2025
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AI-driven scams are posing a growing threat to New Zealand shoppers this Black Friday, as fraudsters create realistic fake websites to trick consumers.
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Australian shoppers prefer human support over AI in Black Friday sales

Tue, 25th Nov 2025
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Australian shoppers favour human support over AI for Black Friday, with 55% preferring email communication and only 2% opting for chatbots during sales.
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Australians warned of AI scams ahead of Black Friday sales rush

Mon, 24th Nov 2025
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Australians are warned of AI-driven Black Friday scams, with fraudsters using advanced tactics to create realistic fake shopping sites and offers.
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Australian holiday spending soars to AUD $969 amid price rises

Mon, 24th Nov 2025
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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.
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Why you should skip Amazon this Black Friday

Mon, 24th Nov 2025
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This Black Friday, spending locally instead of on Amazon could support your community and boost the economy on Small Business Saturday, November 29, 2025.
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Shifting 10% of spend to small retailers could add NZD $11 billion

Mon, 24th Nov 2025
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Shifting 10% of New Zealand household spending to small retailers could boost their economy by NZD $11 billion, says Xero analysis ahead of Black Friday.
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AI is helping us reimagine black friday

Sun, 23rd Nov 2025
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AI is revolutionising Black Friday, turning it from a rush of impulsive buys into a year-round, sustainable, and transparent shopping experience.
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Black Friday fraud spikes, testing retailers’ defences & sales

Sun, 23rd Nov 2025
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Online fraud attempts nearly quintupled on Black Friday, forcing retailers to tighten checks and risking cart abandonment during peak sales season.
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Black Friday sees rise in sale searches but retailers risk missing out

Sun, 23rd Nov 2025
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Black Friday 2024 saw a surge in sale-related searches, with conversion rates tripling, but retailers risk losing customers if sites aren't optimised for deal queries.
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Small businesses turn to embedded finance for Black Friday

Sat, 22nd Nov 2025
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Small businesses boost Black Friday sales by 30% through embedded finance, securing fast funding via eCommerce platforms to overcome cash flow challenges.
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UK shoppers favour in-store Black Friday buys for authenticity

Sat, 22nd Nov 2025
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UK shoppers favour in-store Black Friday buys to avoid counterfeits, with 42% of Millennials seeking authenticity over online deals this year.
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Black Friday shoppers warned of AI scams & rising phishing risks

Sat, 22nd Nov 2025
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Shoppers warned of rising AI-driven scams and phishing risks this Black Friday as fraudsters exploit urgent deals to harvest data and hijack loyalty accounts.
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European eCommerce marketers struggle with Black Friday personalisation

Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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Nearly all European eCommerce marketers view personalisation as vital, yet 27% find it hard to tailor Black Friday offers amid heavy workloads.
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Retailers turn to AI to meet demand & secure Black Friday sales

Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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Retailers are turning to AI and unified tech to meet soaring Black Friday demand, enhancing customer service and boosting cybersecurity amid rising cyber threats.