• Adyen’s 2026 Australia Retail Report flags rapid AI adoption by enterprise retailers, with 100% investing in AI-driven shopping tools.
• Consumer trust trails at checkout: 64% of Australians feel uncomfortable letting AI complete purchases; 26% are comfortable; 5% fully comfortable.
• Payment reliability emerges as a key risk: 62% say payment errors hurt retailer perception; 24% avoid a retailer after failure; 15% switch.
• Security checks look supportive for conversion: 91% prioritize security over speed; 36% use biometrics; 35% feel safer with multiple verifications.
• Retail priorities center on protecting direct customer relationships (63%), competitive pressure (55%), automation or cost reduction (51%).

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