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Why generic eCommerce platforms aren't enough for the next generation
Clean technologies

Why generic eCommerce platforms aren't enough for the next generation

Young shoppers demand personalised, values-led eCommerce, pushing brands to adopt curated marketplaces that reflect identity, not just convenience or discounts.

By Harriet Noy • 7 min read • Thu, 6th Nov 2025

Global Stories

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AI transforms cold email into a high-precision channel
Digital Transformation

AI transforms cold email into a high-precision channel

The era of mass cold outreach is ending as Google and Yahoo implement aggressive technical mandates and AI-driven inbox filtering systems.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Thu, 5th Feb 2026
Social media drives Black Friday sales surge in UK
Digital Transformation

Social media drives Black Friday sales surge in UK

Social media fuelled a Black Friday boom in the UK, as Rithum data showed global social sales soaring 152% and online spend up 27%.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 18th Dec 2025
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is dotdigital?
Data Analytics

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is dotdigital?

dotdigital is a marketing technology company, specialising in marketing automation, email and customer engagement services.

By Nick Forrester • 5 min read • Wed, 6th Oct 2021
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Seismic?
Customer Relationship Management

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Seismic?

Seismic's Max Verma discusses the future of B2B sales, cost efficiencies, and growth plans in APAC. #sales #technology #APAC.

By Nick Forrester • 6 min read • Fri, 16th Apr 2021
Seismic acquires Grapevine6 social sales platform
Marketing

Seismic acquires Grapevine6 social sales platform

The acquisition will result in an integrated offering called Seismic LiveSocial, a social engagement solution for sales and client-facing teams.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Dec 2020

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Australian businesses embrace social selling, PayPal says
Digital Transformation

Australian businesses embrace social selling, PayPal says

Social platforms now account for 11% of online sales in Australia, with smaller firms driving a rapid shift to direct digital storefronts.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Apr 2026
LinkedIn unveils Premium All-in-One for Aussie SMEs
Software-as-a-Service

LinkedIn unveils Premium All-in-One for Aussie SMEs

LinkedIn launches Premium All-in-One in Australia, bundling AI-powered hiring, marketing and sales tools for fast-growing small businesses.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 18th Feb 2026
Zoho boosts global SMB growth with new AI-driven features
Customer Relationship Management

Zoho boosts global SMB growth with new AI-driven features

Zoho has grown its global SMB customer base by 40% in H1 2025, unveiling AI-driven features across six solutions to boost productivity and revenue.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Thu, 4th Sep 2025
YouTube launches shopping affiliate programme with Shopee
YouTube

YouTube launches shopping affiliate programme with Shopee

YouTube has launched its Shopping affiliate programme in Singapore with Shopee, enabling creators to tag products in videos and drive sales while engaging audiences.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Mon, 7th Apr 2025
Hootsuite's Amplify for Selling helps leverage social media for sales
Hootsuite

Hootsuite's Amplify for Selling helps leverage social media for sales

A Forrester Consulting study found that sales and marketing leaders around the globe recognise that social is a priority for sales organisations.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Wed, 21st Jun 2017