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Laybuy is back, this time backed by Swedish giant Klarna

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

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

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 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

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.
What we are reading - ICYMI
Amazon pilots AI personalisation based on customers' pastimes
Retail’s big comeback: 5 trends redefining the industry in 2025 from ShopTalk 2025
Advertisers in-housing media now fastest growing demand for The Trade Desk ANZ
How retailers are protecting margins and profits amid economic uncertainty
Foodstuffs NZ backs grocery suppliers with new workshop series
Hallenstein Glasson Australian expansion boosts sales in HY earnings
My Food Bag CEO signals 'return to growth' as second half sales rise
Forever 21 files for bankruptcy again, blames Shein and Temu
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