Australia’s Android payment race accelerates as Stripe launches tap-to-pay for businesses
American payments fintech Stripe has launched a new suite of products Australia, challenging incumbents like Square and Zeller by offering small businesses access to Tap to Pay on Android and its own Terminal POS system.
First Nations designers are at the forefront of The Iconic X FNFD Incubator Program
First Nations designers will have the opportunity to take part in an e-commerce shoot and will be invited to sell their collection on The Iconic in the future, at the conclusion of the Incubator Program.
Square’s payment acceptance comes to Android, promising merchants the ability to sell without extra hardware
Square now allows Australian merchants to accept payments on Android smartphones, extending the reach of the next-generation payments technology on home soil and the offerings of a company synonymous with physical card readers.
Afterpay tweaks late fee rules as Australian lawmakers weigh up BNPL regulation
Locally-born buy now, pay (BNPL) later giant Afterpay has tweaked its late fee structure for purchases under $40, as lawmakers consider exposing the company and its competitors to enhanced consumer protections under Australia's credit regulation.
Family-run Bevilles cashes out for $45 million as Michael Hill takes ownership of jewellery retailer
The Bevilles jewellery chain will fold into the Michael Hill retail group in a deal worth $45 million, the ASX-listed firm has announced, ending nearly 90 years and three generations of ownership by the Beville family.
Baresop set to expand with Go Vita partnership across 200 stores in Australia
The waterless personal care brand is aiming to make its products even more accessible to consumers seeking holistic health solutions that are better for their health and the planet.
Instagram now offers multiple URLs in user profiles, challenging Linktree’s $1.7 billion ‘link in bio’ empire
Social media giant Meta now allows Instagram users to share multiple website links on their profiles, promising small businesses and content creators new ways to promote their work, while challenging the business model of Australian 'link in bio' unicorn Linktree.
Marketing masterclass as Twoobs turns a damaged stock shipment into a sales boon
Melbourne-based Twoobs has turned a damaged shipment of more than 3000 pairs of its distinctive shoes into a sales boon that has exceeded the startup's targets, in a eco-friendly marketing masterclass for other SMEs dealing with stock bungles.
Mars bars, Snickers, and other chocolate classics will soon come in paper-based packaging
Mars Wrigley Australia has confirmed it is focusing on transitioning its entire Australian-made chocolate bar portfolio to paper-based packaging.
Meal kit subscription Dinnerly freezes prices for six months to tackle cost-of-living pressures
Dinnerly says the decision is part of its mission to help Australian families better manage their weekly food costs, tackle cost-of-living pressures and reassure consumer confidence.
NSW, Queensland and Tasmania leading the online shopping race: Research
Digital businesses in the three states are reaping the benefits of Australian consumers’ love for online shopping, with businesses in the states seeing their annual turnover jump by up to 13%.
New buyer sought for iconic Kiwi shoe brand Bobux as it falls into receivership
Bobux International has been placed in receivership after Covid-related supply chain issues, overstocking and an IT system revamp pushed the business to collapse.
