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Australian cosmetics giant MCoBeauty has attracted global attention for its strikingly similar beauty dupes, but the company has kept the details of its product development process out of the spotlight — until now.

Small beauty entrepreneurs say they are struggling to stop copies of their cosmetics being released because they don't have the legal budgets to fight big companies that are self-confessed dupers.

Australian cosmetics company MCoBeauty has become a multi-million-dollar business by "duping" popular beauty products. But its success hasn't been without controversy, after pushing the boundaries of the law too far in the past.

While international ecommerce offers cheap prices, there are fears the online giants are contributing to a culture of over-consumption by shoppers — and killing off traditional toy stores.

Women in regional Australia are being funnelled into a multi-level marketing scheme promising a "multiple-six-figure business online" — but the "freedom" they seek comes at a cost.

Simpson Shoes was established more than 90 years ago. But after three generations, Craig Simpson has closed its doors. He sees no future in independent retail, saying online shopping has taken over.  

This 26-year-old fashion designer from Moe is making a name for herself on the catwalks of Paris after working two jobs as a teenager at Kmart and KFC.

The bell of the SS Tyalgum will sound again across the Tweed River, 85 years after the vessel foundered on the notorious bar crossing. 

Liz Sunshine spends more time thinking about the way we dress than most. But her shopping advice is simple: "Slow down."

Viona is a cashback app user who has earned hundreds of dollars in cashback, but consumer advocacy group CHOICE is warning of privacy and personal data collection concerns. 

The cost-of-living crisis has seen Shein and Temu become major players in online retail, but their meteoric rise comes at the expense of local businesses. Is this the end of e-commerce as we know it, or could these brands crash and burn?

Credential stuffing has long been used as a form of cyber crime, but a recent rise in attacks has affected thousands of Australians. Here's what credential stuffing is, how it works, and how you can protect yourself.

Some of The Iconic's customers have been caught out by the aftershocks of a "credential stuffing" attack, but a cybersecurity expert says common shortcuts have put shoppers at greater risk without them knowing.

Online retailer The Iconic has failed to provide basic security measures to verify its customers' payment details when placing an order, putting its 2.1 million customers at risk of being defrauded, cybersecurity experts say

Online retailer The Iconic has vowed to refund customers who have been left out of pocket by thousands of dollars after their accounts were compromised and fraudulent orders were made without their permission.

As a much-loved regional Victorian vintage store closes its doors for the last time, its owner urges shoppers to support other antique shops amid the rising popularity of online marketplaces. 

Social media "skinfluencers" selling the promise of dewy skin are driving tween and teenage interest in expensive skincare products, but experts warn pursuing the kind of perfection seen online can have long-lasting consequences.

Does a product wrapped in earthy beige make you feel it must be environmentally responsible? New research shows how easy it is for marketers to imply their products are "sustainable" without necessarily backing it up.

Scammers are creating fake websites that replicate popular brands during Black Friday sales, but experts say paying attention to red flags can help you avoid getting caught out.

Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales are expected to account for more than a quarter of all holiday purchases this year. But economists are predicting a "penny-pinching" Christmas as interest rates stay higher for longer. 

While there are good deals available on Black Friday, it's important to be on alert for strategies retailers use to get you to open your wallet and spend your hard-earned cash.

As Australians draw up their Christmas lists, more are choosing to shop online than ever before. But is it better for the environment to buy online or from a shop?

Thousands of Australians opted to do their grocery shopping online during the pandemic, but plenty are yet to return to shopping in store as they try to get the most bang for their buck amid the high cost of living. 

As China's economy remains in the doldrums, more and more young people see social media influencer as a legitimate career option, but experts question the industry's sustainability.