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Mobile payment data breaches are high on the list of concerns for cybersecurity experts, with a survey revealing 87% expect an increase in breaches.

The number of mobile wallets using contactless technology is expected to reach 200 million by the end of 2016, representing growth of 100% since 2014.

According to Juniper Research, retailers will spend an estimated $2.5 billion on hardware and installation costs by 2020.

Wi-Fi on public transport is driving mobile transactions, with Juniper Research warning online sales are not just for pure play online retailers.

Not only are marketers in Australia leading the digital marketing charge, but they are also beginning to pull away from other regions.

eDMs don’t work. They invade people’s inboxes. They can get labelled as spam. They’re more expensive and less effective than editorial integration.

Mobile payments are poised for explosive growth in Asia Pacific, driven by a high number of initiatives and diverse mCommerce maturity levels.

Online retailer steps up its play for the New Zealand market, launching its flagship range of 'affordable' smartphones locally.

New Zealand retailers welcome proposal to lower threshold for GST on imported goods, aiming to compete fairly with foreign websites.

Adobe is focused on helping users transition to the digital world by providing software tools for the creative process.

The way consumers shop is changing, with more reaching for their smartphone before or during their retail experience.

40% of New Zealanders shop online for convenience, 40% for price and value, and 20% for the range, says Nielsen.

Visa holds workshop for Kiwi students to explore future payment technology. Students will develop prototypes with a chance to win prizes.

Players such as Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest and Instagram have an impact on global e-retail figures, says Juniper Research.

Westpac and Payment Express have released a new service that allows Westpac customers to pay for online purchases directly from the bank account.

Apple is working to create a seamless product experience, with its latest move to make all third-party accessories fit with the Apple brand.

Zomato’s cashless payment services will soon be available in New Zealand, enabling Kiwi restaurant goers to pay at restaurants through the Zomato app.

NZ tech rising: Kiwi cloud firms soar at London showcase, transforming small business operations with pioneering software.

Microsoft Electronic software delivery (ESD) is the secure delivery of a product key directly to consumers and small businesses.

Retailers are striving to provide an innovative experience to shoppers by using M2M-based digital signage to offer more information.