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Trek enhances BOPIS with Gr4vy for seamless shopping
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Trek has teamed up with Gr4vy to enhance its Buy-Online-Pickup-In-Store service, improving payment processing and real-time inventory for customers.
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High-street retailers urged to embrace tech for survival
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As high-street retailers grapple with fierce online competition and changing consumer habits, experts urge them to embrace technology and adapt strategies to thrive.
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AdZ Basket unveils AI-driven ad platform in Singapore
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AdZ Basket has launched its innovative AI-powered advertising platform, AdZ Basket OOH, in Singapore, merging Out-of-Home and digital ads for enhanced campaign effectiveness.
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Half a billion eSIM units shipped globally in 2024
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The Trusted Connectivity Alliance reports eSIM shipments surpassed 503 million in 2024, marking a 35% rise, driven by strong consumer demand and new devices.
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Moloco & MetaRouter team up for enhanced ad personalisation
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Moloco and MetaRouter have formed a partnership to enhance ad personalisation for retailers in Australia and New Zealand while prioritising customer privacy.
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Australian study reveals mistrust in digital advertising
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New research from Yahoo and Magna highlights a significant misunderstanding among Australians about their data rights, complicating trust in digital advertising.
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Deepfakes & scams plague one-fifth of UK dating app users
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A survey by Sumsub reveals that deepfakes pose a significant threat on UK dating apps, with 75% of users suspecting AI manipulation.
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UK ecommerce in 2025: social media & speedy delivery
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The UK ecommerce landscape is evolving rapidly, with 60.1% of consumers willing to switch brands for better delivery options, highlighting changing preferences.
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UK consumers prefer traditional mail in digital age study
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A recent study by Quadient reveals that 79% of UK consumers sent physical mail last year, highlighting a persistent preference for traditional communication methods.
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Morphy Richards enhances supply chain with AI partnership
Thu, 30th Jan 2025
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Morphy Richards has joined forces with Slimstock to enhance its supply chain, integrating an AI-powered platform to improve visibility and efficiency.
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Radicle Science wins best industry service provider award
Mon, 27th Jan 2025
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Radicle Science has won the Nutritional Outlook Best of the Industry 2024 Award, recognising its significant advancements in clinical validation for the nutraceutical sector.
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Global mobile app spending hits $150 billion in 2024
Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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Consumer spending on mobile applications soared to $150 billion in 2024, marking a 13% rise from last year, driven largely by non-gaming apps.
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T-Mobile acquires Vistar to revolutionise DOOH sector
Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
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T-Mobile has acquired Vistar Media for USD $600 million, aiming to innovate the digital-out-of-home advertising sector by merging technologies and insights.
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UK consumers feel undervalued by their favourite brands
Tue, 14th Jan 2025
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A SAP Emarsys study reveals that 83% of UK consumers feel undervalued by their preferred brands, signalling a troubling disconnect in brand loyalty.
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AMD unveils expanded AI PC processor range for 2025 launch
Wed, 8th Jan 2025
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AMD has unveiled an expanded range of AI PC processors set for a 2025 launch, featuring enhanced performance and capabilities for both consumers and businesses.
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UK consumers to return GBP £1.5 billion Christmas gifts
Wed, 8th Jan 2025
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British consumers are set to return £1.5 billion worth of unwanted Christmas gifts this year, highlighting significant challenges for retailers' logistics.
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McAfee launches AI tool to detect & stop online scams
Wed, 8th Jan 2025
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data protection
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email security
McAfee has unveiled its AI-powered Scam Detector, designed to combat online scams across text, email, and video platforms, enhancing consumer protection.
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Otterly.AI exits stealth, helping brands monitor AI search
Thu, 26th Dec 2024
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Otterly.AI has unveiled its AI search monitoring platform, attracting over 1,000 users and aiming to help brands navigate the challenges posed by generative AI search.
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SK Planet partners with Mocaverse for Web3 experiences
Wed, 27th Nov 2024
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SK Planet partners with Mocaverse to enhance user experiences in Web3, integrating MOCA Coin into its digital ecosystem for 28 million users.
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Lego launches comprehensive Formula 1 team sets for 2025
Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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The LEGO Group and Formula 1 have launched a new range of sets featuring all ten F1 teams, marking a significant milestone in their partnership.