UK to push ahead with ‘Amazon tax’ despite threats of trade war with US
A digital services tax on tech giants like Amazon and Google will go ahead in the UK despite opposing pressure from Donald Trump, Chancellor Sajid Javid said.
Visa launches cashback incentive scheme for retailers
Visa is launching a new initiative to incentivise retailers to offer cashback in areas of the UK where shoppers have limited access to cash.
Deliveroo in “position of weakness” as investors fear for its future
Deliveroo’s future is becoming increasingly uncertain thanks to hundreds of millions in cash from Amazon being held by authorities and increasing pressure form rivals.
Adidas hits major sustainable milestone with 50% recycled polyester in 2020
Adidas has reached a major sustainability milestone as it announces that the share of recycled polyester in all its products will "exceed 50 per cent for the first time" in 2020.
Amazon founder’s phone allegedly hacked by Saudi’s crown prince Mohammed bin Salman
Jeff Bezos personal phone was hacked after he received a WhatsApp message from Saudi Arabia’s crown prince Mohammed bin Salman, suspected of containing malicious files.
Mobile payments now more secure than physical cards
Mobile phone payments are now more secure than traditional bank cards thanks to features like facial and fingerprint recognition technology.
N Brown group rolls out True Fits AI-driven technology across all its brands
N Brown group has become the latest major fashion retailer to adopt True Fit’s artificial intelligence (AI) driven personalisation platform.
Amazon to deploy 10,000 electric delivery vehicles in India despite growing tensions
Amazon has revealed plans to deploy a fleet of 10,000 electric delivery vehicles in India by 2025 amid a troubled push into the market.
M&S launches packaging-free concept encouraging users to bring their own containers
M&S has launched a packaging-free aisle at its newly refurbished food hall in Hedge End marking its latest sustainability push.
StockX tops $1bn in sales for the first time as sneaker market continues to boom
StockX has surpassed $1 billion in gross merchandise value (GMV) for the first time thanks to massive growth in 2019.
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