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Aussie households reduce non-essential spending amid inflation
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Amid soaring living costs, Australian households cut non-essential spending by 1.9%, reports the ABS. Retail sector jitters follow.
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Online shopping sees surge in parcel theft claims in Australia
Thu, 18th Jul 2024
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black friday
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electronics
Parcel theft claims in Australia have more than doubled, due to the surge in online shopping, a trend that intensified during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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People are talking about RFID again… Here’s why
Fri, 12th Jul 2024
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supply chain systems
RFID technology is making a retail comeback, thanks to cost reductions and multifunctional handheld readers, revolutionising inventory management and customer experience.
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AI innovations in crafting unbreakable anti-counterfeit strategies for brands
Thu, 11th Jul 2024
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blockchain
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ai
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cybersecurity
AI is revolutionising anti-counterfeiting strategies in a USD $2 trillion market, helping brands protect revenue and ensure consumer safety with advanced image recognition and real-time verification.
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Industry 4.0 market to surge from USD $93.6bn to USD $512.2bn
Wed, 3rd Jul 2024
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robots
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iot
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data privacy
The Industry 4.0 market, integrating AI, IoT, and robotics, is poised for explosive growth, jumping from USD $93.6 billion in 2024 to USD $512.2 billion by 2034, driven by digital innovation.
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SMT market to reach USD$16.8 billion by 2034 – FMI
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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The surface mount technology market is set to soar, driven by advances in electronics, healthcare, telecom, and automotive sectors.
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Study finds common names & gender disparities in UK tech industry
Thu, 13th Jun 2024
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study
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legal
A Vestd study reveals 'James' and 'Samantha' as the most common names in the UK's tech industry, sparking discussions on gender stereotypes and diversity in the workforce.
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Australians shift EOFY shopping focus to online deals & security
Fri, 31st May 2024
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commerce systems
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Research shows 38% of Australians plan to join EOFY sales, with 42% shopping online. The shift from tax-deductibles to electronics, and household items marks a new trend.
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US consumers spend USD $331.6 billion online in first quarter 2024
Thu, 30th May 2024
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data analytics
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martech
US consumers spent USD $331.6 billion online in Q1 2024, with groceries, electronics, and apparel driving growth, Adobe Analytics reveals.
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Altium expands in Bangalore to boost India's electronics sector
Mon, 27th May 2024
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edutech
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martech
Altium is pouring resources into Bangalore, aligning with India's 'Make in India' drive to tap into its electronics market. This expansion includes a new office and educational initiatives.
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Younger Brits lead the way in online fashion shopping
Fri, 24th May 2024
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online shopping
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consumers
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electronics
AliExpress's Consumer Insight Report reveals that younger Brits lead online fashion buying, with 93% shopping online, and livestream retail booming.
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RecycleSmart secures $1.15 million to fuel national expansion
Fri, 17th May 2024
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power / energy
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federal government
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transparency
RecycleSmart raises $1.15m from 1014 investors as demand for its innovative waste management services doubles. Expansion set to boost Australia’s recycling efforts.
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Rad partners with Sony to revolutionise content distribution on TVs
Fri, 5th Apr 2024
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blockchain
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digital media
Rad, in collaboration with Sony Electronics, is set to break new ground in content distribution, offering a high-tech platform for creators to publish and monetise content on Sony Bravia TVs.
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Golden Quarter lift-off for UK electronics manufacturers
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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UK's electronics and telecom sector sees surge in profitability, surpassing industry average for the fourth quarter of 2023.
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Australians turn to discounts amid rising living costs
Tue, 5th Mar 2024
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electronics
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Amid rising living costs, Australians are to depend more on promotional deals and discounts in 2024, with spending reductions expected across industries.
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Aston University gets GBP £443k grant to enhance lithium-ion battery safety
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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cartech
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eco-friendly
Aston University secures a GBP £443,058 EPSRC grant for transforming lithium-ion batteries into safer, more eco-friendly versions using gel electrolyte materials.
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EU Parliament advances on groundbreaking AI Act
Wed, 21st Feb 2024
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london
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cloud services
European Parliament's core groups ratified a landmark AI Act, potentially forming the world's first legislation on artificial intelligence technology usage, ahead of April's vote.
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US holiday online retail surges to USD $222.1 billion amid difficult economy
Mon, 8th Jan 2024
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data analytics
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US consumers fuel a 4.9% YoY boost to holiday online retail sales, hitting USD $222 billion. Growth is driven by big discounts, rising use of Buy Now, Pay Later options and mobile purchases dominating.
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Criteo's '2023 Double Days Preview' report unveils insights for SEA brands
Wed, 8th Nov 2023
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
Criteo's '2023 Double Days Preview' report highlights SEA performance strategies, revealing massive sales potential in key holiday seasons.
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Adeney Private Hospital in Victoria to be first in APAC utilising MEG system
Wed, 1st Nov 2023
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healthtech
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electronics
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productivity
Adeney Private Hospital, set to open in 2024 in Victoria, will be the first in the Asia-Pacific to use the MEG Quality Management System.