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Google search changes to 'curb access to pirated content'

Mon, 13 Aug 2012 11:05:10 GMT

Alterations to algorithms are aimed at lowering the search ranking status of websites which violate copyright law.

Mobile sites need to be quick and simple to use

Mon, 13 Aug 2012 10:55:11 GMT

Customers will be put off if a page is slow to load or difficult to view.

E-commerce sales at John Lewis receive Olympic boost

Mon, 13 Aug 2012 10:52:26 GMT

Head of commercial format and implementation Tim Harrison attributed the success to the feel good factor of the event.

Mobile e-commerce transactions to hit £468bn by 2017

Mon, 13 Aug 2012 09:25:00 GMT

New research has suggests a rise in couch commerce as shoppers buy on their tablets while watching TV.

Social media is crucial for online marketing to Gen Y

Fri, 10 Aug 2012 14:20:00 GMT

Companies need to have a strong online presence that follows the channels which their customers use.

E-commerce shopping popular with busy mums

Thu, 9 Aug 2012 15:52:17 GMT

Many parents look to the internet in order to find convenience combined with good deals.

Online mobile searches surge during Olympics

Thu, 9 Aug 2012 14:48:01 GMT

The event has been referred to as the first multi-screen Olympics.

A strong mobile site is essential to successful business practice

Wed, 8 Aug 2012 10:08:50 GMT

Mobile allows for a level of sophisticated interaction that has never been seen before in online marketing.

Australia's early e-commerce movers enjoying business success

Tue, 7 Aug 2012 12:41:02 GMT

Australian businesses which have moved earliest in the e-commerce sector are more likely to have grown than those who have failed to grab the initiative..

Are interactive tablet e-commerce ads the most effective?

Mon, 6 Aug 2012 12:39:38 GMT

Interactive e-commerce ads are the most effective at engaging consumers, new research shows..

Multi-channel approach key to e-commerce success for Next

Fri, 3 Aug 2012 13:48:18 GMT

Next Directory sales statistics surged by 13.3 per cent in 26 weeks .

E-commerce mobile sites need to load quickly

Thu, 2 Aug 2012 15:50:32 GMT

Consumers are likely to become frustrated with sluggish sites and look elsewhere.

Sophisticated firewalls must be supported by passwords

Wed, 1 Aug 2012 18:18:06 GMT

Having a sophisticated password strategy is essential for any organisation concerned about security..

Sensitive data 'vulnerable' when staff hand in notice

Wed, 1 Aug 2012 16:16:52 GMT

Highly sensitive data is particularly vulnerable when staff hand their notice in..

Cloud computing 'transforming user and business behaviour'

Wed, 1 Aug 2012 12:48:16 GMT

Cloud computing is transforming user behaviour and business organisation and opportunities..

How crucial is social media to your online marketing strategy?

Tue, 31 Jul 2012 15:12:41 GMT

Many experts warn that companies who are not on the ball with social media management risk damaging their reputations or falling behind the competition.

1 in 4 e-commerce buys 'to be completed via mobile in 2017'

Tue, 31 Jul 2012 08:24:33 GMT

Mobile commerce is growing at a remarkable rate partly as a result of the rising popularity of smartphones.

BYOD to raise security issues during summer Games

Mon, 30 Jul 2012 14:52:06 GMT

Businesses must be prepared to protect sensitive data and professional reputations. .

Study reveals UK's most useable e-commerce fashion sites

Mon, 30 Jul 2012 14:50:08 GMT

ASOS and River Island scored particularly high in terms of navigation and product presentation.

Google launches Handwrite search services

Fri, 27 Jul 2012 16:13:12 GMT

A new feature aims to eliminate the need for awkward typing on small mobile device keyboards.

1 in 8 smartphone owners has used device for e-commerce

Fri, 27 Jul 2012 11:21:07 GMT

Clothing and accessories are the most popular items bought using a mobile phone.

E-commerce sales in H1 are "promising", says IMRG

Thu, 26 Jul 2012 15:49:21 GMT

The weather, Jubilee celebrations and European Football Championships all had an effect on internet retail figures.

UK smartphones users choose Wi-Fi for mobile internet access

Thu, 26 Jul 2012 10:54:18 GMT

According to Deloitte, this type of connectivity is valued for its speed, affordability and reliability.

UK seeks IT workers with cyber security skills

Thu, 26 Jul 2012 08:00:00 GMT

The government has launched a competition to find software writers who can deal with online attacks. .

4G to be launched in 2013

Wed, 25 Jul 2012 13:53:07 GMT

The change could result in more consumers surfing the web on mobile devices.

IMRG reveals e-commerce tips for shopping during the Olympics

Tue, 24 Jul 2012 16:14:05 GMT

Consumers need to be aware that deliveries could face disruption due to traffic congestion.

1 in 5 European e-commerce shoppers use mobile payments

Tue, 24 Jul 2012 16:12:20 GMT

More than a third of internet consumers transfer money using banking apps.

Multichannel service improves e-commerce sales for Sports Direct

Mon, 23 Jul 2012 16:15:29 GMT

The company has combined its high street stores with an online strategy.

Apple overtakes rivals with UK cloud movie service

Mon, 23 Jul 2012 13:12:57 GMT

Consumers will be able to view an iTunes film on an iPhone and then pick up where they left off later using their iPad.

The importance of choosing a secure password

Fri, 20 Jul 2012 16:30:35 GMT

Research from Experian shows that the average Briton has 26 online accounts but only uses five different passwords to keep them secure.

Online marketing campaigns must focus on target audience

Fri, 20 Jul 2012 15:32:18 GMT

Alan Stevens of MediaCoach.co.uk said that it is crucial to know what potential consumers consumer, where they go and what type of social media they use. .

SMEs can improve security with cloud computing

Thu, 19 Jul 2012 10:39:01 GMT

Companies need to educate their staff, as humans are the "weakest link", according to an IT consultant.

1 in 8 tablet owners have more than one device

Tue, 17 Jul 2012 12:36:06 GMT

The popularity of the gadget has surged in the two years since its UK release..

Tablets account for 4 in 10 mobile e-commerce searches

Tue, 17 Jul 2012 12:34:07 GMT

Total online retail search volumes grew nine per cent in 12 months up to the second quarter of 2012.

Domain names surpass 233m mark in 2012

Mon, 16 Jul 2012 09:52:01 GMT

There has been an increase in the monitoring of domains from countries that do not use Latin characters. .

Cybercrime makes online world 'like living in the Wild West'

Mon, 16 Jul 2012 09:45:05 GMT

One IT security expert has described current anti-cybercrime measures are 'prehistoric'.

A third of firms have no social or m-commerce solutions

Fri, 13 Jul 2012 13:53:41 GMT

Many companies are failing to take advantage of the benefits of a multi-channel approach.

Domain names ending in .org reach 10m

Fri, 13 Jul 2012 13:49:29 GMT

The suffix is the third most popular generic top level domain in the world.

E-commerce survey reveals consumers' 'must-haves'

Thu, 12 Jul 2012 15:10:03 GMT

When buying food and groceries on the web, the most important factor is having flexible delivery hours.

UK workforces 'less desk-based, more mobile'

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 16:38:41 GMT

Businesses need to be prepared for BYOD (bring your own device) in the office.

Shoppers use smartphones to compare costs in-store

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 16:36:58 GMT

Many consumers with mobile phones go online while on the move to make sure that they're getting the best deal.

E-commerce firm ASOS reports 31% sales boost

Tue, 10 Jul 2012 15:37:35 GMT

The success has been largely attributed to the strength of its international market.

Over 80% of UK adults are online

Tue, 10 Jul 2012 15:35:53 GMT

This figure is far higher than the European average of just 65 per cent.

Most SMEs fail to go mobile

Mon, 9 Jul 2012 16:38:15 GMT

Less than a quarter of those surveyed have a strong mobile-optimised site.

EU citizens have online security fears

Mon, 9 Jul 2012 16:31:30 GMT

Despite worrying about how to protect their data, more than half of web users have not changed their online passwords in the last 12 months.

Cloud computing can mitigate Olympic disruptions

Fri, 6 Jul 2012 10:30:19 GMT

Nearly half of London firms are concerned about how the iconic event will affect the workplace, a survey shows.

E-commerce firms show strong growth plans for 2012

Thu, 5 Jul 2012 16:38:36 GMT

A new IMRG study looks at the strategic difference between online-only sellers and their multi-channel rivals.

Social media marketing should not be a sales pitch

Thu, 5 Jul 2012 09:15:57 GMT

Companies need to use the internet platforms available to them to create a conversation with other firms and their own consumers.

High street stores must consider impact of e-commerce markets

Wed, 4 Jul 2012 16:54:39 GMT

One strategy would be to build a bridge between online and offline sales.

IBM announces augmented reality shopping app

Tue, 3 Jul 2012 11:54:15 GMT

IBM is hoping to team up with retailers who could introduce loyalty schemes and promotions through the app. .