EXCLUSIVE: Here’s how spam calls change consumer behaviorFatigue from spam calls and texts is affecting shopper willingness to share information. AI-generated fake websites are eroding consumer trust — here’s howThe rise of fraudulent e-commerce sites based on artificial intelligence is a troubling trend for both shoppers and retailers. Verizon: The most common type of retailer data breach is… One form of cyberattack is responsible for about one-third of all retailer data breaches. Retailers see sharp uptick in ransomware attacks Global ransomware events reached a new high in the first half of 2026 with retailers experiencing a significant increase. Sponsored Fewer Incidents, Faster Response: Unifying Mobile Security Trailers and License Plate Readers Theft, vandalism, and unauthorized access continue to challenge organizations responsible for securing large properties. Verizon: Almost 1,000 digital security breaches hit retailers in 2025 The retail industry is seeing an increase in the number of cyberincidents and the share involving some sort of espionage. 7-Eleven breach exposes franchisee application data A convenience store giant is disclosing a third-party data breach that occurred in April 2026. Abercrombie & Fitch integrates cyber risk metrics into security effort Abercrombie & Fitch Co. is optimizing how it measures and analyzes its exposure to cybercrime. Survey: Majority of consumers don't trust AI to make purchases for them Consumers are comfortable using artificial intelligence-powered tools for product discovery, but making the purchase on their behalf is another story. Age Verification: New technology affords retailers new protections The pace of technological change provides enormous opportunities — but at the same time creates equally enormous challenges as data is increasingly seen as currency. 1 2 3 4 5 Next Last
