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Product pages are now central to AI-driven commerce
Data governance

Product pages are now central to AI-driven commerce

Retailers now have to govern product data across search, marketplaces and AI assistants, as shoppers increasingly buy without visiting their site.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last week
Shopify launches Canvas AI workspace for store design
Software-as-a-Service

Shopify launches Canvas AI workspace for store design

Merchants can now tweak storefront layouts and code in one workspace, as Shopify rolls out Canvas to cut reliance on design expertise.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • This month
Lifecykel replaces Xero sprawl with NetSuite platform
Software-as-a-Service

Lifecykel replaces Xero sprawl with NetSuite platform

Weekly inventory reporting at the mushroom biotech group has fallen from hours to 10 minutes after replacing seven Xero instances and spreadsheets.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 5 min read • Last month
Shopify switches apps back to native with AI tools
Digital Transformation

Shopify switches apps back to native with AI tools

Millions of merchants and shoppers stand to feel the impact as Shopify rebuilds its mobile apps in Swift and Kotlin after AI tools cut duplication costs.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Last month
Feedstead launches Shopify supplier price review tool
Software-as-a-Service

Feedstead launches Shopify supplier price review tool

Retailers can now review supplier cost changes in browser before updating Shopify prices, with large rises flagged for approval and export only.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Last month

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Convera names four executives to drive global platform
Fintech

Convera names four executives to drive global platform

The appointments support Convera's push to integrate cross-border payments, FX risk tools and multi-currency services for business customers.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Yesterday
Harkness AI tops 50 clients as revenue surges in NZ
Construction

Harkness AI tops 50 clients as revenue surges in NZ

Bootstrapped and profitable, the Christchurch startup's rapid growth suggests Kiwi firms are paying for practical AI help rather than standalone tools.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • 2 days ago
Are Direct refreshes TheMarketHub ahead of Christmas
eCommerce

Are Direct refreshes TheMarketHub ahead of Christmas

Independent retailers can now buy 5,000-plus products without fees or minimum orders as Are Direct gears up for a busy Christmas period.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Last week
Australians to spend more this BFCM as AI shopping grows
Generative AI

Australians to spend more this BFCM as AI shopping grows

Rising price caution is not stopping Australians, with average BFCM spending set to hit AUD $346 as 62% plan to use AI shopping help.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • Last week
Upfluence launches AI platform for creator marketing
Software-as-a-Service

Upfluence launches AI platform for creator marketing

Brands can now automate creator campaigns in minutes, as Upfluence's new system cuts weeks of manual work while keeping human oversight.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month
Amilo buys SG Link to expand cross-border shipping
Data Analytics

Amilo buys SG Link to expand cross-border shipping

The deal gives smaller Southeast Asian merchants a simpler route to overseas buyers, with customs, duties and tracking folded into one service.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Last month
Ramp launches finance platform in UK for businesses
Software-as-a-Service

Ramp launches finance platform in UK for businesses

Businesses in the UK can now use one platform for cards, expenses and payments as Ramp makes its first expansion beyond North America.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last month
Klaviyo launches headless CRM for AI tools & agents
Software-as-a-Service

Klaviyo launches headless CRM for AI tools & agents

Marketers can now plug AI agents into customer data and actions without Klaviyo's interface, as the firm widens access across its platform.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last month
Zendesk launches specialised AI agents for commerce
Digital Transformation

Zendesk launches specialised AI agents for commerce

Australian retailers are set to benefit as Zendesk's new tools aim to settle orders, returns and refunds with fewer hand-offs.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • Last month
M11 Labs launches AI commerce trust platform & OpenMarket
Marketing Technologies

M11 Labs launches AI commerce trust platform & OpenMarket

Brands risk being overlooked by AI shopping agents after M11 Labs found 47% of skincare brands lacked independently verifiable evidence.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last month
Zendesk launches specialised AI agents for customer service
Digital Transformation

Zendesk launches specialised AI agents for customer service

The new tools could automate up to 80% of service workflows, letting retailers handle orders, returns and refunds without manual handoffs.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month
Cake Agency marks tenth year after Shopify recognition
Digital Transformation

Cake Agency marks tenth year after Shopify recognition

The Birmingham eCommerce firm is eyeing overseas growth after two record years and a Shopify Premier Partner nod boosted its profile.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last month