Gingerbread Tops US Holiday Cookie Sales, Target Reports
Target's sales data shows gingerbread cookies are the UK's favourite festive treat, dominating in 38 states. Discover the nationwide trends and what it reveals about holiday shopping habits.
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Data Centres May Increase Consumer Prices, Research Finds
New research warns the UK's surging demand for data centres could push up consumer prices for essentials like food and energy. Discover the hidden costs of our digital world.
Gingerbread Tops US Holiday Cookie Sales in 38 States
Target's sales analysis reveals gingerbread as America's favourite festive biscuit, leading in 38 states. Discover the regional trends and what this means for holiday retail.
OpenAI confirms ChatGPT user data exposed in breach
OpenAI reveals ChatGPT user data compromised in third-party security breach. Names, emails, and location data exposed. No chat content or passwords affected. Stay informed about your data security.
US Consumer Confidence Hits Lowest Level Since April
American consumer confidence plunges to 88.7 amid government shutdown and layoffs. Will holiday spending suffer? Analysis reveals economic concerns.
Debt Collection Charges Dismissed Against Panthera
Criminal charges against debt firm Panthera Finance dismissed after court rules it wasn't technically collecting. Consumer Affairs Victoria ordered to pay costs. Read the full analysis.
Stop Google showing your private data online
Which? reveals a free Google tool to remove your personal phone number and address from search results. Take control of your online privacy today.
Civil liberties groups demand inquiry into UK data watchdog
Dozens of civil liberties groups and legal experts call for parliamentary inquiry into the ICO, citing a 'collapse in enforcement activity' following the serious Afghan data breach scandal.
Debt Collector Pursued 200k Claims While Banned
Panthera Finance allegedly collected $60m from Victorians while banned. Legal action could see consumers entitled to refunds. Discover the full investigation.
Commonwealth Bank, Temu, HCF Win Shameful Shonky Awards
Australia's most notorious consumer awards expose major failures at Commonwealth Bank, controversial practices at Temu, and insurance letdowns at HCF in this year's damning Shonky Awards.
England's COVID data crisis: critical gaps exposed
Exclusive analysis reveals alarming gaps in England's public health data collection, hampering pandemic response and future planning as key metrics go unrecorded.
Corporate Data Breach Priorities: Brands Before Consumers
New research reveals UK corporations prioritise brand protection over consumer security when handling data breaches. Discover how companies are failing customers in cybersecurity crises.
Australian inflation drops to 4.2% - lowest in 2 years
Australian inflation cools to 4.2% in October, offering hope to households amid cost-of-living crisis. The Reserve Bank's interest rate pause appears to be working, but economists warn the fight against rising prices continues.
Australia's inflation surges to 3.7%, dashing rate cut hopes
Fresh economic data reveals Australia's inflation rate accelerated to 3.7% in September, dealing a blow to hopes of imminent interest rate relief and putting pressure on household budgets.
Gold rush drives UK retail sales to three-year high
British retail sales surged to their highest level in three years as consumers flock to gold investments and luxury goods, offering unexpected economic resilience despite ongoing cost-of-living pressures.
Gold Purchases Drive UK Retail Sales to Highest Since 2022
Britain's retail sector shows surprising resilience with September sales reaching their highest point in over two years, driven by strong jewellery and watch purchases ahead of anticipated Budget measures.
London inflation hits 2.1%, outpacing UK average
New data reveals London's inflation rate has surged to 2.1%, outpacing the UK average and putting additional pressure on household budgets across the capital.
UK spends £1.3bn on chocolate as travel rebounds
New ONS data reveals Britain's spending habits, with chocolate, fruit, and hotel stays dominating household budgets. Discover what's driving consumer choices in post-pandemic Britain.
Sofa replacement scandal: Your consumer rights explained
When a furniture retailer replaced a defective £1,399 sofa with a model £200 cheaper, a consumer rights battle began. Discover your legal standing when companies substitute inferior products.
Ireland Pioneers Landmark 'Right to Repair' Consumer Legislation
Ireland pioneers sweeping new consumer rights legislation that could revolutionise product lifespan and challenge planned obsolescence across Europe.
Georgia's data centre boom triggers electricity crisis
Explosive growth of energy-hungry data centres in Georgia is triggering electricity shortages, soaring consumer bills, and urgent calls for regulatory action as the state's power grid struggles to cope.
UK Retail Sales Surge Despite Budget Tax Fears
New data from Barclays reveals UK consumer spending accelerated in September 2025, with retail sales growing 1.5% despite concerns about potential tax rises in the upcoming budget.
Commonwealth Bank withdraws invasive customer questions
Australia's largest bank retreats from intrusive financial health check survey asking about relationships, health and finances following widespread backlash and privacy concerns.
HMRC Data Breach Exposes Thousands of Taxpayers' Details
A serious data breach at HM Revenue and Customs has compromised confidential information of thousands of taxpayers, sparking urgent investigations and raising serious questions about government data security protocols.
Smart Home Devices Spying on You? Shocking UK Privacy Study
Groundbreaking research from the University of Warwick exposes severe privacy flaws in popular smart home devices. Discover which gadgets are collecting your most intimate data and how to protect your digital life from corporate surveillance.
UK Borrowing Rises as Consumer Confidence Slumps
New ONS data reveals a sharp rise in UK public sector borrowing alongside falling consumer confidence, creating a challenging backdrop for Chancellor Rachel Reeves's upcoming autumn budget.
Kmart's Secret Facial Recognition Trial Sparks Privacy Fury
Kmart Australia faces a consumer firestorm after a hidden facial recognition trial was exposed in a South Australian store, raising serious questions about customer privacy and biometric data consent.
Met Police Data Breach Exposes Hackney Council Staff Details
A significant data breach within the Metropolitan Police has compromised the personal information of Hackney Council staff. The incident raises serious concerns about data security protocols.
Jaguar Land Rover Staff Data Compromised in Cyberattack
Jaguar Land Rover investigates a significant cyberattack compromising UK staff data. The breach, linked to a third-party vendor, exposes personal details including national insurance numbers.
US Shoppers Defy Recession Fears with Surprise Spending Spree
New data reveals a stunning paradox in the US economy: consumer spending soars to a six-month high despite deepening recession anxieties and soaring inflation. Discover the sectors booming against the odds.
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