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Exclusive: Chris Donato on Zendesk’s AI shift in CX strategy
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Exclusive: Zendesk's Chris Donato says AI now drives customer loyalty, urging firms to adopt 'human-centric AI' or risk falling behind in CX.
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BGF invests to boost PMC’s global tech & commerce ambitions
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BGF invests in UK-based PMC to accelerate global expansion and enhance its digital engineering and managed services across retail and commerce sectors.
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Behind Ultra Violette’s global glow up – a NORA webinar
Thu, 1st May 2025
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Australian sunscreen brand Ultra Violette overcame tech hurdles to expand globally, with a webinar set to reveal secrets of its global success on May 8.
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AI founders earn higher salaries despite industry downturn
Thu, 10th Apr 2025
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Despite a downturn in startup salaries, AI founders are thriving, earning a median of USD $90,000—20% above the industry average, as AI startups surge.
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AI startup founders earn more despite industry decline
Thu, 10th Apr 2025
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A new report reveals that AI startup founders earn a median salary of USD $90,000, 20% more than their peers, despite a wider downturn in pay.
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IRONMAN 4x4 wins award for best retail project 2025
Tue, 8th Apr 2025
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IRONMAN 4x4 has been awarded the 2025 iTnews Benchmark Award for Best Retail Project, thanks to a digital overhaul with Soul+Wolf and PKF Digital.
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Andrew Norman to lead BigCommerce's growth in EMEA
Thu, 27th Mar 2025
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BigCommerce has appointed Andrew Norman as Senior Vice President and General Manager for EMEA, tasked with driving growth across the region.
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James Eyton joins Monta as CFO to drive global growth
Mon, 17th Feb 2025
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Monta has appointed James Eyton as Chief Financial Officer to enhance its executive team, aiming for significant growth across Europe and North America.
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Markko launches platform for selling goods & services
Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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Markko has unveiled a hybrid marketplace that allows businesses to sell both goods and services, enhancing user experience and diversifying revenue streams.
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Myriad360 appoints first Chief Marketing Officer, Halterman
Fri, 24th Jan 2025
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Myriad360 has appointed Samara Halterman as its inaugural Chief Marketing Officer, enhancing its leadership team to drive growth and innovation.
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Fluent Commerce named leader in Forrester Wave 2025
Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
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Fluent Commerce has been named a 'Leader' in The Forrester Wave: Order Management Systems, Q1 2025, praised for innovation and rapid customer results.
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Twilio recognised as leader in IDC MarketScape for CDP 2024
Fri, 13th Dec 2024
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Twilio has been named a leader in the IDC MarketScape for Worldwide Customer Data Platforms for B2C users for 2024-2025, highlighting its innovative solutions.
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Adobe names Lara Balazs as new chief marketing officer
Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
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Adobe has appointed Lara Balazs as its new Chief Marketing Officer, tasked with enhancing global marketing strategies under CEO Shantanu Narayen.
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Saviynt appoints Tim Mooney as executive advisor
Sat, 23rd Nov 2024
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Saviynt has appointed Tim Mooney as Executive Advisor, bringing over 40 years of IT and cybersecurity experience to guide clients in identity transformation.
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Jaywing bolsters digital PR team with key new appointments
Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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Jaywing has appointed Rob Hilborn as Senior SEO Director and Harriet Dawson as Digital PR Specialist to enhance its Digital PR services amid rising demand.
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FedEx prepares for APAC festive surge with tech solutions
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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FedEx readies for a festive surge in Asia Pacific, utilising tech solutions and a workforce of 28,000 to ensure seamless deliveries during peak shopping.
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Secretlab partners with Fluent Commerce for OMS upgrade
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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Singapore's Secretlab partners with Fluent Commerce to upgrade its Order Management System, enhancing global digital operations for improved customer experience.
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Ymobile launches UK's first eSIM MVNO with data plans
Mon, 18th Nov 2024
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Ymobile has launched as the UK's first data-led eSIM MVNO, offering flexible data plans and addressing the environmental impact of traditional SIM cards.
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CellPoint Digital promotes Sørensen & Osei to key roles
Thu, 10th Oct 2024
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CellPoint Digital has promoted Michael Sørensen to CTO and Steven Osei to CMO, enhancing their leadership amid rapid fintech industry changes.
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Netcore Cloud appoints Siddharth Gopalkrishnan as new COO
Tue, 24th Sep 2024
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Netcore Cloud appoints Siddharth Gopalkrishnan as COO to drive goal of USD $200 million ARR in three years, enhancing its global strategy and market presence.