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HubSpot's study reveals 9 out of 10 Singaporean social media marketers predict a rise in direct-to-consumer sales on social media platforms in 2024, highlighting the shift towards social media as a primary retail channel.

Workday surpasses USD $1 billion in annual recurring revenue in the retail sector, with 60% of Fortune 500 retail firms adopting their HR and financial management solutions for real-time business insights.

Despite security concerns, Rackspace's 2024 AI Research Report highlights the transformative capacity of artificial intelligence, with 89% of companies stating they've experienced significant benefits from implementing AI.

Quality of data drives successful AI-powered marketing, affecting user experience and future engagements, underscoring the need for robust, detailed consumer profiles.

ShipStation unveils a suite of features for Australian retailers, including Checkout Rates and Custom Labels, to bolster operational efficiency amidst rising eCommerce demands.

Commercetools sees 65% growth in ARR, attributing success to B2B expansion including prominent partnerships with Fortune 500 companies like Volkswagen and BMW.

Coveo introduces two new GenAI business applications to optimise digital customer and employee experience journeys, leveraging AI for personalised and efficient services.

Tufin, a major network and cloud security firm, is collaborating with Microsoft on Copilot for Security, a AI-powered tool leveraging big data to better enable organisations to manage cyber threats.

Sealskinz, a UK-based accessories brand, upgrades operations with the BPA platform, achieving 90% automation in order management and easier VAT extraction from bonded goods.

Philips Professional Displays Services introduces affordable 'entry-level' LED display range, the Philips Public LED 5000 Series, worldwide, widening access to display technology.

Workforce management firm Calabrio expands its partnership with Customer Driven Solutions to enhance contact centre operations in Australia.

JBL bolsters its Quantum Series with new headset models purpose-built for XBOX and PlayStation consoles, offering wireless spatial audio virtualisation and dual device connection.

Mastercard introduces its tokenised 'Click to Pay' system in Australia, aiming to thwart up to 90% of the country's payment card fraud.

Australian consumers seek greater sustainability in product returns, with nearly half suggesting retailers could enhance their sustainability credentials.

The Red Sea crisis' enduring impact on global shipping extends beyond geopolitical tensions, spiralling into shipping delays and rerouting, spiking costs, and disrupting trade routes, with intrusive fallout on tech and worldwide supply chains.

Voice recognition technology is predicted to accelerate Australia's customer experience revolution, offering streamlined, secure, and personalised interactions across industries.

Leroy Merlin initiates its digital retail media network across South Africa, led by retail media platform Zitcha. This move signifies Zitcha's first venture in the region.

Stripe enhances partnership with Amazon in Australia, powering payments for the revolutionary 'Just Walk Out' technology, for an unrivalled seamless shopping experience.

Amid biosecurity threats, AWEX leverages RFID tags to improve wool traceability and bolster industry integrity, initiating a digital transition set to optimise global efficiencies.

Cartelux bolsters innovation strategy with hiring of industry leaders Kae Hum and Carla McAloon, as they work to expand beyond the automotive industry.