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Younger Brits lead the way in online fashion shopping
Online shopping

Younger Brits lead the way in online fashion shopping

AliExpress's Consumer Insight Report reveals that younger Brits lead online fashion buying, with 93% shopping online, and livestream retail booming.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 24th May 2024
Golden Quarter lift-off for UK electronics manufacturers
Unified Communications

Golden Quarter lift-off for UK electronics manufacturers

UK's electronics and telecom sector sees surge in profitability, surpassing industry average for the fourth quarter of 2023.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024
Aston University gets GBP £443k grant to enhance lithium-ion battery safety
Cartech

Aston University gets GBP £443k grant to enhance lithium-ion battery safety

Aston University secures a GBP £443,058 EPSRC grant for transforming lithium-ion batteries into safer, more eco-friendly versions using gel electrolyte materials.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Feb 2024
EU Parliament advances on groundbreaking AI Act
Airlines

EU Parliament advances on groundbreaking AI Act

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.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Wed, 21st Feb 2024

Global Stories

Electronics stories

People are talking about RFID again… Here's why
Customer Experience

People are talking about RFID again… Here's why

RFID technology is making a retail comeback, thanks to cost reductions and multifunctional handheld readers, revolutionising inventory management and customer experience.

By Raghav Sibal • 4 min read • Fri, 12th Jul 2024
AI innovations in crafting unbreakable anti-counterfeit strategies for brands
Blockchain

AI innovations in crafting unbreakable anti-counterfeit strategies for brands

With counterfeiting costing the global economy over USD $2 trillion, brands are turning to AI innovations for robust anti-counterfeit strategies to protect consumer trust.

By Padmakumar Nair • 4 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024
Industry 4.0 market to surge from USD $93.6bn to USD $512.2bn
Robotics

Industry 4.0 market to surge from USD $93.6bn to USD $512.2bn

The global Industry 4.0 market is poised to expand from USD $93.6 billion in 2024 to USD $512.2 billion by 2034, driven by digital innovation across sectors.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Jul 2024
SMT market to reach USD$16.8 billion by 2034 – FMI
Unified Communications

SMT market to reach USD$16.8 billion by 2034 – FMI

The surface mount technology market is set to soar, driven by advances in electronics, healthcare, telecom, and automotive sectors.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2024
Australians shift EOFY shopping focus to online deals & security
Marketing Technologies

Australians shift EOFY shopping focus to online deals & security

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.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 31st May 2024
US consumers spend USD $331.6 billion online in first quarter 2024
Data Analytics

US consumers spend USD $331.6 billion online in first quarter 2024

US consumers spent USD $331.6 billion online in Q1 2024, with groceries, electronics, and apparel driving growth, Adobe Analytics reveals.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024
Rad partners with Sony to revolutionise content distribution on TVs
Blockchain

Rad partners with Sony to revolutionise content distribution on TVs

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.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 5th Apr 2024
US holiday online retail surges to USD $222.1 billion amid difficult economy
Data Analytics

US holiday online retail surges to USD $222.1 billion amid difficult economy

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.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 8th Jan 2024
Criteo's '2023 Double Days Preview' report unveils insights for SEA brands
Data Analytics

Criteo's '2023 Double Days Preview' report unveils insights for SEA brands

Criteo's '2023 Double Days Preview' report highlights SEA performance strategies, revealing massive sales potential in key holiday seasons.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Nov 2023

Stories from Other Regions

Electronics stories

Online shopping sees surge in parcel theft claims in Australia
eCommerce

Online shopping sees surge in parcel theft claims in Australia

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.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2024
Altium expands in Bangalore to boost India's electronics sector
EduTech

Altium expands in Bangalore to boost India's electronics sector

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.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 27th May 2024
RecycleSmart secures $1.15 million to fuel national expansion
Power / Energy

RecycleSmart secures $1.15 million to fuel national expansion

RecycleSmart raises $1.15m from 1014 investors as demand for its innovative waste management services doubles. Expansion set to boost Australia's recycling efforts.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 17th May 2024
Australians turn to discounts amid rising living costs
Clean technologies

Australians turn to discounts amid rising living costs

Amid rising living costs, Australians are to depend more on promotional deals and discounts in 2024, with spending reductions expected across industries.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Mar 2024