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Blue Yonder expands with acquisitions and AI, securing major clients and boosting supply chain efficiency amid inflation and regulatory challenges in Q2 2025.

AI and cloud technology revolutionise retail with faster demand forecasts, reducing out-of-stocks and boosting sustainability at stores like Woolworths.

Oracle launches Globally Distributed Exadata Database on Exascale Infrastructure, enabling scalable AI workloads and analytics with global data residency compliance.

Forter launches new tools to help retailers track and manage rising agentic AI traffic, boosting fraud detection and enhancing eCommerce security.

Just 11% of retailers are ready to fully scale AI tools, with data challenges limiting wider adoption despite 45% using AI weekly, says Amperity report.

Felipe Flores has been named Regional Senior Vice President of Data and AI at Endava, leading expansion of AI capabilities across the Asia-Pacific region.

Akeneo launches its first AI agent, Data Architect Agent, and upgrades analytics to streamline product data modelling and boost AI-driven commerce insights.

A survey of 288 APAC retailers shows strong confidence in customer engagement plans, with loyalty and personalised tools top priorities despite economic challenges.

PriceSpider launches Wayvia, an AI-driven retail platform that enhances brand insights and revenue across channels with 20 years of shopper data.

Peacock Bros launches an all-in-one warehouse solution in ANZ, combining Zebra Technologies hardware and cloud-based systems to streamline supply chains.

Australian retailers face growing cyber threats; prioritising Enterprise Mobility Management is vital to protect customer data and maintain trust.

MARS brightened Auckland's winter with Skittles Cloudz launch, transforming Britomart Station and MetService for a vibrant commuter experience.

Young Australians prioritise cautious online spending by favouring debit cards and demanding value, shaping evolving payment and delivery preferences in eCommerce.

Ransomware attacks rose 63% in Q2 2025, with healthcare hit hard, marking a record high for the quarter amid a surge in data theft methods.

Rising violence has prompted retailers and healthcare in Australia and New Zealand to adopt Motorola's body-worn cameras, boosting frontline staff safety.

Endava appoints Alastair Lukies as Chief Engagement Officer and Rob Machin as Chief People and Locations Officer to boost AI-led growth and global engagement.

HCLTech partners with OpenAI to integrate generative AI into its platforms, aiding enterprises in sectors like finance and healthcare to adopt AI at scale securely.

HCLTech partners with OpenAI to integrate AI products into services, boosting global enterprises' digital transformation and operational efficiency.

Lenovo expands Hybrid AI Advantage with new services and partnerships, aiming to boost enterprise AI adoption and improve infrastructure efficiency.

Puma has partnered with Adyen to unify payment systems across Asia Pacific stores and events, boosting efficiency and delivering a seamless customer experience.