Online retail in Russia ‘hampered by poor infrastructure’
Russian online shopping growth is being hampered by infrastructure and slow delivery times, according to a new report from accountancy PWC.
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US Cyber Monday breaks records as $1.25bn spent in one day
US shoppers spent a record amount this Monday, reaching $1.25bn in online spending, up 22 percent versus year ago, according to new data.
Durex debuts first affiliate campaign
Durex, part of Reckitt Benckiser, is launching its first affiliate program to coincide with a major brand push at retail as well as through a targeted experiential marketing campaign.
African broadband users ‘to exceed 250 million by 2015’
The number of broadband connections over cellular networks in Africa will exceed 250 million by the end of 2015, according to a new report.
Google gets serious about mobile payments: Merges Checkout into Google Wallet
Google is to merge its Checkout retail payment platform with Google Wallet ahead of the Christmas shopping season.
eBay opens first high street store in UK
eBay is to open its first bricks and mortar store in the UK, as the online marketplace looks to expand its reach ahead of the Christmas season.
$40 Akash tablet gets commercial launch in India
Akash, the low cost Indian tablet is set for a commercial launch, following its Government-subsidised launch in October.
Top 16 ecommerce tips: Reducing shopping cart abandonment
A high proportion of online shopping carts are abandoned without a purchase. But how can you convert an abandoner to a buyer? Tunde Cockshott, Creative Consultant at Amaze offers some basic and advanced usability tips to boost sales.
Mapping projects ‘becoming a vital part of marketing strategy’
Mapping technology has become an increasingly important part of marketing,with nine in ten marketers stating that they are using, or have plans to use, mapping and geospatial technology as part of their marketing strategy.
EYE rolls out of new digital airport media network
Out-of-Home media company EYE has launched a new digital media network with an event at Gatwick Airport.