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2026 could be the broadest, most surprising, market rally in a decade

Mon, 22nd Dec 2025
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After a bruising 2025, falling inflation, rate cuts and small-cap strength are teeing up 2026 as the widest market rally in years.
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Explainer: Should Big Tech own Hollywood?

Tue, 9th Dec 2025
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Netflix’s USD $72 billion bid for Warner Bros raises a stark question: is Hollywood’s future in the hands of Silicon Valley’s algorithms?.
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Viral festival moment boosts demand for Huski flutes

Mon, 8th Dec 2025
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A viral festival clip of a top influencer sipping from a pink Huski champagne flute has sent global demand for the Kiwi drinkware brand soaring.
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Amazon & university host event to boost girls in STEM careers

Fri, 5th Dec 2025
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Amazon, Western Sydney University and Camden Council launch Girls' Tech Day to inspire up to 900 girls in STEM careers across Western Sydney.
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Amazon unveils Nova 2 AI models & launches custom Forge tools

Fri, 5th Dec 2025
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Amazon launches Nova 2 AI suite with four new models and introduces Nova Forge for firms to create custom AI solutions tailored to diverse industries and tasks.
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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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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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Amazon secures licence to use LG’s Wi-Fi patents in devices

Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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Amazon has licensed LG’s core Wi-Fi patents for use in Echo, Fire TV Stick, and Fire Tablet devices, reinforcing LG's leadership in Wi-Fi technology.
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Tech giants pledge GBP £31 billion for UK AI & cloud future

Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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Tech giants including Amazon, Google, and Nvidia pledge GBP £31 billion to boost the UK’s AI and cloud infrastructure with new data centres and funding.
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E-commerce retailers face tougher compliance as sector matures

Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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Australia’s booming eCommerce sector faces tougher compliance with new advisory services helping retailers navigate complex financial and regulatory demands through 2026.
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Black Friday scams soar as fake brand emails target shoppers globally

Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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Over half of Black Friday-themed spam emails are scams, with fraudsters impersonating brands like Amazon to steal personal data worldwide.
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Australian retailers lead in customer service as eyewear excels

Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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Australian eyewear retailers Specsavers and OPSM top customer service rankings, while Bendigo Bank leads non-retail brands in KPMG's CX excellence study.
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Black Friday sales hit record AUD $6.8 billion amid online buzz

Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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Australian shoppers are set to spend a record AUD $6.8 billion during Black Friday to Cyber Monday, with social media buzz driving soaring online engagement.
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Albatross raises USD $12.5 million to boost real-time AI discovery

Wed, 19th Nov 2025
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Zurich-based AI company Albatross has raised USD $12.5 million to develop a real-time platform revolutionising online product and content discovery.
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Cyber Monday surpasses Black Friday in UK as shoppers seek value

Tue, 18th Nov 2025
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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.
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Pattern appoints Luke Elliott to drive European eCommerce growth

Tue, 18th Nov 2025
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Pattern has named Luke Elliott as VP of Ecommerce Europe to boost growth and marketplace strategy for its European clients.
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New Zealand farmers get high-speed broadband boost from Kuiper

Tue, 18th Nov 2025
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New Zealand farmers gain improved high-speed satellite internet through Amazon's Project Kuiper, boosting digital tools across remote agricultural regions.
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New MTP, KD Global pact eases EU SME expansion to US & Canada

Tue, 18th Nov 2025
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Meet The People and KD Global USA have teamed up to simplify market entry for European SMEs into the US and Canada with a unified service platform.
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New app lets young Brits grow pensions with cashback rewards

Tue, 18th Nov 2025
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Chest launches app to grow pensions by converting everyday cashback from retailers like Amazon and Tesco into retirement savings.
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eDesk launches AI Agent for multi-channel eCommerce support

Mon, 17th Nov 2025
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eDesk launches AI Agent to handle eCommerce support across 300+ channels, resolving 65% of enquiries for USD $0.99 per resolution.