Time to make sure your payment processes are running smoothly – the Black Friday 2018 shopping season is upon us. Since Amazon first introduced Black Friday offers to UK customers in 2010, businesses of all sizes and types have enticed bargain hunters with special pricing and offers.For UK businesses that want to double-down on high-volume sales opportunities, it’s about more than just deep discounts. It’s about understanding shopping behaviour and modern expectations for a dynamic shopping experience.Businesses need to be prepared to accept a variety of payment methods to win in this year’s Black Friday season. Sage predicts a 13 per cent growth increase of online transaction volume over the course of the Black Friday 2018 trading period, based on Sage customers’ transaction volume history during the holiday selling seasons from 2016-17 and the volume trajectory in 2018 so far.Seamus Smith, EVP, Payments and Banking, said: “Retailers can benefit … [Read more...] about How payments technology can boost your profits on Black Friday 2018
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Hackers are targeting Black Friday online shoppers, warns GCHQ: Here’s how to stay safe
Shoppers hoping to get online deals on Black Friday will be prime targets for cyber criminals, the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has warned. The statement is the first warning of its kind by the NCSC in the run up to Christmas as hackers step up their efforts to de-fraud consumers. The cyber defence agency, which is part of GCHQ, said that it is vital “knowledge is shared” to avoid UK shoppers becoming a target online. It has asked the public to submit their questions and it will be revealing its answers publically on Twitter today. The agency also unveiled a series of safety tips, including installing the latest software updates, choosing strong passwords, and typing in a retailer’s... Register for free to read this article, or log in to your Telegraph account Register Log in … [Read more...] about Hackers are targeting Black Friday online shoppers, warns GCHQ: Here’s how to stay safe
Best Black Friday 2018 Xbox One deals and bundles: Microsoft Store offers live now
BLACK Friday 2017 meant deals galore could be found on the Xbox One, and we expect 2018 to be no different. From individual discounts on the console, to massive bundles that netted shoppers a bagful of games, there’s set to be something for everyone come November 23. So whether you’re buying an Xbox One for the first time, or looking to upgrade your old model to the more powerful Xbox X, Black Friday will likely be the best time to do it. Plus, the cheaper of the two newer Xbox One models, the S, will be further discounted letting you get the most for your money. We recommend starting your Black Friday prep early: checking out the prices of the items you’d like to buy ahead of the shopping bonanza and then seeing if there’s been any discounts once the big day rolls around. That way you’ll know you’re getting a properly good offer rather than tricked into spending when you didn’t need to. Find our other 'Best Black Friday deals' pages … [Read more...] about Best Black Friday 2018 Xbox One deals and bundles: Microsoft Store offers live now
Best Black Friday 2018 tech deals: Broadband, Beats, Xbox One, laptops, NOW TV and 4K TV offers
TECH goodies are always going to be among the most popular items come Black Friday. Amazon, Currys PC World, Argos and many more shift thousands of items on the big day as they slash prices on everything from TVs and games consoles to smart speakers and white goods. So far, Microsoft has launched an Xbox sale, and Very has dropped the price of Apple Beats by Dre headphones to £49. Currys has a great offer too, with a NOW TV 4K Box Bundle available at HALF PRICE. Shop Amazon's Black Friday 2018 section here Check out Currys PC World pre-Black Friday sale here Meanwhile, Hisense has already launched a sale on some its largest TVs. We've picked out a selection of the hottest offers so far below. Broadband Vodafone 35Mbps, Unlimited, £0 line rental - £20 per month (existing)/£22 per month (new) - find here Vodafone 63Mbps, Unlimited, £0 line rental - £26 per month (existing)/£28 per month (new) - find here Consoles Xbox One S … [Read more...] about Best Black Friday 2018 tech deals: Broadband, Beats, Xbox One, laptops, NOW TV and 4K TV offers
Black Friday UK 2018: How to get the best best Black Friday deals in the UK
Black Friday has become a worldwide phenomenon. Coupled with Cyber Monday, Black Friday offers incredible deals from multiple retailers online and in-store. The main action happens on just one day, but there are plenty of bargains to be had on the build-up too.That action has already started, with many retailers offering great prices on a range of products, but there's plenty more to come. Here's everything you need to know about Black Friday 2018 in the UK.When is Black Friday 2018?Black Friday is Friday 23 November 2018. Cyber Monday is Monday 26 November 2018.What is Black Friday?Originally a US-only event, Black Friday has stretched across the pond and to other regions too. It is a day in November, the day after the US holiday of Thanksgiving, where retailers heavily discount thousands of items in the build-up to Christmas.It lasts an entire day traditionally, but some retailers start their Black Friday deals early, including Amazon in the US and UK, which often starts its … [Read more...] about Black Friday UK 2018: How to get the best best Black Friday deals in the UK