Retail stories - Page 25

Technology consultancy Restive predicts that convenience, personalisation, and sustainability will dominate retail trends in 2025 for both online and physical stores.

Dentsu has unveiled Smarter Media, an AI-driven solution aimed at enhancing personalised buying experiences while boosting retail media monetisation.

The latest Hacker-Powered Security Report reveals 48% of security professionals cite AI as their top threat, amid a surge in AI-related vulnerabilities.

A new report reveals that 54% of UK marketers are using AI for Black Friday pricing, while 31% of consumers plan to harness AI for deal hunting.

Dreame Technology unveils major discounts on home appliances, including a 63% reduction on the L10s Ultra Robot Vacuum, ahead of Black Friday.

Kantar's Marketing Trends 2025 report reveals consumer distrust in AI ads, urging brands to prioritise transparency and inclusivity as key strategies for the future.

Accept Cards has launched Accept Cash, an innovative solution for SMEs enabling same-day cash deposits amid rising bank branch closures in the UK.

Westcon-Comstor has expanded its partnership with Weblib to distribute intelligent Wi-Fi solutions across the EMEA region, enhancing collaboration and growth.

Nasuni has revealed that major retail brands like Patagonia and Mattel are leveraging its platform to meet increased demand during the holiday season.

Miros has raised EUR €6 million in a pre-Series A funding round to enhance its visual AI technology, aiming to revolutionise online shopping.

CVC and Clayton, Dubilier & Rice have completed their investment in Epicor, enhancing its enterprise software capabilities and governance structure.

Toqio has ventured into the logistics sector by partnering with global eCommerce firm DSA, aiming to leverage financial solutions for growth.

A recent study by Sinch reveals over 70% of brands view Rich Communication Services as a key channel for customer communication in five years.

Software Radio Systems has successfully integrated nine Open RAN Radio Units with its srsRAN Enterprise 5G software, enhancing 5G network deployment flexibility.

A UK study by Ecommpay and IMRG shows eCommerce checkout inefficiencies are hindering conversions, revealing an average conversion rate of just 58%.

Cequence Security has uncovered a major vulnerability in a leading food and drug retailer's IT systems, exposing sensitive data across four subdomains.

Salesforce has unveiled Agentforce, a groundbreaking AI platform enabling businesses to deploy autonomous agents for enhanced efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Shoppers in the UK are advised to remain vigilant over holiday discounts, as a report reveals soaring risks of digital identity theft amid festive deals.

Linnworks has unveiled a new integration with Loop to enhance returns management, improving efficiency and customer satisfaction for ecommerce retailers.

Spot AI has unveiled its new Video AI Agents, revolutionising surveillance technology following a recent funding round that secured USD $31 million.