Black Friday stories
eCommerce platforms face rising AI-driven cyber threats ahead of 2025 holidays as attackers exploit vulnerabilities and stolen credentials for fraud.
Retailers face rising digital and cyber threats this Black Friday, with only 22% of sites optimised for mobile user experience amid surging online traffic.
Retailers and shoppers brace for rising cyber threats as Black Friday and Cyber Monday prompt a surge in online transactions and security vulnerabilities.
Seventy percent of Australians plan to shop online this holiday season, with AI tools and Buy Now, Pay Later options driving a digital surge in sales.
Australian shoppers favour human support over AI for Black Friday, with 55% preferring email communication and only 2% opting for chatbots during sales.
Australian holiday spending is set to rise 18% to AUD $969 per shopper, driven by price hikes and stress, with many using AI to aid gift buying this season.
Online fraud attempts nearly quintupled on Black Friday, forcing retailers to tighten checks and risking cart abandonment during peak sales season.
Black Friday 2024 saw a surge in sale-related searches, with conversion rates tripling, but retailers risk losing customers if sites aren't optimised for deal queries.
New Zealand retailers risk losing NZD $12 billion this peak season as almost half of consumers shun businesses after one bad experience.
Firms and consumers boost spending by up to 30% during Black Friday and Christmas, prompting brands to sharpen omnichannel and spend management strategies.
UK shoppers warned to stay vigilant against rising online scams as Black Friday spending nears USD $80 billion amid surging fraud risks.
AI-driven scams are posing a growing threat to New Zealand shoppers this Black Friday, as fraudsters create realistic fake websites to trick consumers.
Australians are warned of AI-driven Black Friday scams, with fraudsters using advanced tactics to create realistic fake shopping sites and offers.
This Black Friday, spending locally instead of on Amazon could support your community and boost the economy on Small Business Saturday, November 29, 2025.
Shifting 10% of New Zealand household spending to small retailers could boost their economy by NZD $11 billion, says Xero analysis ahead of Black Friday.
AI is revolutionising Black Friday, turning it from a rush of impulsive buys into a year-round, sustainable, and transparent shopping experience.
Small businesses boost Black Friday sales by 30% through embedded finance, securing fast funding via eCommerce platforms to overcome cash flow challenges.
UK shoppers favour in-store Black Friday buys to avoid counterfeits, with 42% of Millennials seeking authenticity over online deals this year.
Shoppers warned of rising AI-driven scams and phishing risks this Black Friday as fraudsters exploit urgent deals to harvest data and hijack loyalty accounts.
Nearly all European eCommerce marketers view personalisation as vital, yet 27% find it hard to tailor Black Friday offers amid heavy workloads.
