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ICYMI and what we are reading - March - 2 April 2025

Writer: Juanita Neville-Te RitoJuanita Neville-Te Rito

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We make it easy for you to keep up to date with what's happening in the world of retail. Check out what we are reading this month and why.


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Laybuy is back, this time backed by Swedish giant Klarna

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Nine months after collapsing, Laybuy has been revived by Klarna, signalling a new chapter for the BNPL brand and reigniting competition in the sector.



 

Temu expands to local sellers in Australia
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Temu is now welcoming Aussie businesses onto its platform, shifting gears from imports to local commerce to deliver faster and broaden its appeal.


 

Farmers stores reduced to cash-only operation due to cyber attack
Sign on store counter reads "We are cash only until the issue is resolved." Background shows registers and shelves. Mood suggests inconvenience.

A cyber attack crippled Farmers’ payment and phone systems, highlighting how exposed retail operations remain in the face of evolving digital threats.


 

Torpedo7 store to become discount outlets
Torpedo7 store exterior with signage for bike and clothing. Palm trees and a sale sign are visible. Clear day with blue sky and clouds.

Torpedo7 is shaking up its strategy, closing underperforming stores and repositioning most remaining sites as The Outlet branded stores to double down on value and online sales.

 

H&M to create digital clones of models using AI

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 H&M is stepping into the AI era by generating digital clones of models for use in marketing—an edgy, tech-forward move with real-world implications for the fashion industry.


 

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