Katie Searles

The post-Christmas surge in returns is upon us. If you haven't mastered slick processing for international shoppers by now, here's how to get up to speed, so you're not overwhelmed again writes Clara Philpin, head of strategic development, Asendia UK

The latest retail sales figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) show a 0.3% decline in December, with food store sales volumes falling 1.9%.

Consumers are taking control of their subscription services with many choosing to pause rather than cancel, according to new research. The 2025 State of Subscriptions report found subscription pause usage surged by 68% year-on-year in 2024, with the digital media and entertainment category experiencing a 330% increase. Additionally, 20% of acquisitions are returning subscribers, with […]

Following a brief shutdown of TikTok’s US offering over the weekend [18 – 19 January 2025], the social media site has been given a reprieve by incoming US President Donald Trump. Trump, who had previously backed the ban, issued an executive order to allow more time for a deal to be made. TikTok then said […]

Ingka Investments aims to invest around €1bn in companies that are increasing recycling infrastructure, having already supported an upholstery and mattress recycling firm through its Circular Investments’ portfolio. In 2017, Ingka Group established Circular Investments to invest in companies contributing to the transition to a circular economy. Companies focused on making a difference in plastics, […]

Gymshark has partnered with Muslim fitness content creator Leana Deeb to showcase its latest modest activewear range. Gymshark said the collection “addresses a significant gap in the fitness industry, empowering women who dress modestly to train confidently and comfortably”. The collection, made from lightweight and heavy materials for different gym activities, includes a hybrid wrap […]

Outdoor clothing retailer Mountain Warehouse has selected BigCommerce’s Catalyst and Makeswift solutions, as it moves from a “monolithic solution” to the headless platform. Simon Neale, chief technology officer at Mountain Warehouse, explained: “After a thorough evaluation, we chose BigCommerce because it will provide us with reliable, out of the box features and still allow us […]

Department store John Lewis has become the first UK retailer to introduce AI-powered age checks for kitchen knife ecommerce sales, following a partnership with technology firm Yoti. Facial age estimation will be added at the checkout, with those deemed to be under 18 unable to complete the transaction. Home delivery will then be completed by […]

The ninth edition of E-commerce Berlin Expo is taking place on 19 – 20 February, and will delve into a variety of topics – including AI, emerging technologies, international expansion, logistics, payments, the customer journey, marketing and leadership.

On 06 March 2025, Leicester will host —the Ecommerce Performance & Innovation Conference , where the best minds in ecommerce will come together at the iconic National Space Centre. Organised by Anicca Digital in partnership with Absolute Design and Loncom Consulting, this event coincides with Anicca's 18th anniversary, promising a day of learning, innovation, and celebration.