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UK shoppers plan record Black Friday spend, survey reveals

With inflation rising, 54% of British consumers plan to take advantage of Black Friday and Cyber Monday for their average Christmas budget of GBP £352.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024

Crypto

Top global consumer trends for 2025: report insights

Euromonitor International's latest report reveals five key consumer trends for 2025, highlighting shifts in spending and sustainability amid evolving habits.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Nov 2024

Digital Transformation

Nearly half find AI helpful for customer service: study

Nearly half of consumers find AI chatbots helpful for customer service, with 48% noting improved experiences, a new study reveals.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Nov 2024

Buy Now Pay Later

UK credit card loyalty wanes amid high interest rates

UK consumers are losing credit card loyalty as high interest rates exacerbate debt struggles, with many facing payment difficulties for the first time.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Oct 2024

eCommerce

Australians trim grocery shopping as prices continue to rise

With grocery prices soaring in Australia, a new survey reveals 56% of shoppers are returning sweet treats amid rising living costs.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Oct 2024

Artificial Intelligence

How AI portrays generations: beer is the common link

New research by AIport and Turing Post reveals how AI models depict generational groups, uncovering stereotypes and surprising elements in over 1200 images.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Sep 2024

Artificial Intelligence

Financial stability grows for shift workers in 2024

Deputy's latest survey shows financial stability is rising for shift workers, driven by poly-employment and predictable income.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Millennials stories

Inflation

64% of Australian tech workers mull career change in 2024

A study by Robert Half reveals 64% of Australian tech workers are contemplating a career change within the next year, driven by evolving aspirations.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024

Customer Experience

Study shows personalisation key to consumer loyalty in UK

A new study reveals 51% of UK consumers prefer brands they've interacted with positively, highlighting the growing demand for personalised shopping experiences.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024

Unified Communications

Mobilise & Gist Mobile launch new travel eSIM service

Mobilise and Gist Mobile unveil a travel eSIM service, providing global data plans and virtual numbers across 180 countries without roaming fees.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024

Phishing

Public anxiety over AI-driven cyber threats rising

A study reveals that 61% of the public fear cybercrime, particularly from AI threats, with generational gaps in concern highlighted amid rising anxiety.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024

Generative AI

AI skills gap threatens Australian job security, says Randstad

A recent Randstad report reveals a generative AI skills gap in Australia, with only 36% of white-collar workers receiving training amidst 68% of firms using AI daily.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024

Inflation

Rising debt burdens threaten young adults in Singapore

Debt is increasingly concerning for young adults in Singapore, with rising average loan sizes highlighting financial pressures despite a drop in applications.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Nov 2024

Clean technologies

Australians hesitant on AI for travel, report reveals

SiteMinder's latest report reveals Australian travellers are wary of AI, with only 32% open to using it for accommodation, lagging behind Asia and Latin America.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Nov 2024

Productivity

High unused leave adds pressure on Aussie workers, firms

Recent data shows rising unused leave among Aussie workers, raising concerns for employee well-being and productivity, with over 13 million hours accrued.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Nov 2024

Payment Technologies

Australians calling for ban on debit card surcharges

A recent survey shows one in five Australians dislike debit card surcharges most, with younger generations particularly frustrated as the government considers a ban.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 23rd Oct 2024

Phishing

How we can help younger Australians tackle cybersecurity challenges

This October marks Cybersecurity Awareness Month, highlighting younger Australians' struggles with online safety amid rising frustration and disengagement.

By Matthew Salier • 5 min read • Tue, 15th Oct 2024

Multi-factor authentication

Exclusive: AUS 3C report reveals how different generations stay secure

AUS 3C's report finds Gen Z and Millennials know cybersecurity basics but struggle with consistent use, citing inconvenience and frustration.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Tue, 1st Oct 2024

EduTech

Younger Australians vulnerable due to poor online security habits

A new report by Aus3C highlights growing online safety concerns among younger Australians, with many finding cybersecurity efforts frustrating and complex.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Sep 2024

Fintech

Survey: Security top concern for online banking in Singapore

A new FIS survey reveals security is the top concern for online banking in Singapore, with 56% noting increased fraud attempts and millennials most affected.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Sep 2024