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Exclusive: How mobile game Kinder World is fostering mental wellbeing
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Exclusive: How mobile game Kinder World is fostering mental wellbeing

Mobile game Kinder World, born out of the pandemic, fosters mental wellbeing by merging virtual houseplant care with therapeutic activities.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Tue, 24th Sep 2024
New study shows screen time concerns, Gen Z struggle to unplug
EduTech

New study shows screen time concerns, Gen Z struggle to unplug

A survey by ExpressVPN reveals 86% of parents worry about children's screen time, while 46% of Gen Z are actively trying to cut down, despite facing FOMO challenges.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Sep 2024
Economic pressures lead Australians to embrace secondhand shopping
Clean technologies

Economic pressures lead Australians to embrace secondhand shopping

New data indicates 26% of consumers are hesitant to make purchases over $200 in the next six months, reflecting growing economic pressures.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Sep 2024
UK consumers to prioritise holiday spending in 2024, says Coveo
Generative AI

UK consumers to prioritise holiday spending in 2024, says Coveo

UK consumers are poised to increase holiday spending for 2024, even if it means trimming expenses elsewhere, according to Coveo's latest research.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Sep 2024
Infinite Reality enters strategic partnership with Google Cloud
EduTech

Infinite Reality enters strategic partnership with Google Cloud

Infinite Reality partners with Google Cloud in a five-year deal to innovate and scale immersive digital experiences using AI, tech infrastructures, and 3D web solutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Sep 2024
Rimini Street earns top workplace awards in India & Australia
Human Capital Management

Rimini Street earns top workplace awards in India & Australia

Rimini Street achieves global workplace acclaim with India named a Best Workplace for Millennials 2024 and Australia securing Great Place to Work 2024 status.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 30th Aug 2024
74% view banking app crucial for provider loyalty – survey
Fintech

74% view banking app crucial for provider loyalty – survey

A new report reveals that 74% of digital banking customers in Australia and New Zealand consider their banking app crucial in choosing their bank.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024
Seamless retail dominates Asia-Pacific retail sector transformation
Digital Transformation

Seamless retail dominates Asia-Pacific retail sector transformation

A KPMG Asia Pacific and GS1 report reveals seamless retail as a baseline expectation, highlighting trends like AI, digital payments, and sustainability in APAC's transformation.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Jun 2024

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Australians embrace AI home devices, prioritise energy efficiency
Power / Energy

Australians embrace AI home devices, prioritise energy efficiency

Samsung's latest report reveals a generational shift in home appliance use, with 75% of Australians valuing AI as an unparalleled innovation.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 9th Sep 2024
Stripe celebrates 10th anniversary in Australia with new solutions
Software-as-a-Service

Stripe celebrates 10th anniversary in Australia with new solutions

Stripe celebrates a decade in Australia with expanded offerings like PayTo and Instant Payouts, supporting over 500,000 businesses in processing $200 billion.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
Why are your grandma and little brother buying Bitcoin?
Crypto

Why are your grandma and little brother buying Bitcoin?

Bitcoin's cross-generational allure skyrockets as both Boomers and Gen Alpha seek control and financial independence amid rising distrust in traditional investments.

By Janine Grainger • 4 min read • Mon, 12th Aug 2024
Most Australians targeted by online scams, study reveals
EduTech

Most Australians targeted by online scams, study reveals

New research by PayPal shows a staggering 97% of Australians have been targeted by scammers, with 86% proactively helping others to stay safe online.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2024
Tackling the financial services talent shortage: Key to driving digital transformation
Data Analytics

Tackling the financial services talent shortage: Key to driving digital transformation

The financial services sector in the UK is grappling with a severe talent shortage, as 160,000 workers need upskilling to drive essential digital transformation.

By Chris Livesey • 5 min read • Wed, 17th Jul 2024
97% of Australians targeted by digital scams, says PayPal report
Marketing Technologies

97% of Australians targeted by digital scams, says PayPal report

A PayPal study reveals 97% of Australians have faced online scam attempts, with most turning to millennials for tech safety support.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jul 2024
Millennials most likely to quit jobs despite regular manager talks
Artificial Intelligence

Millennials most likely to quit jobs despite regular manager talks

A new report highlights a growing disconnect between UK employees and employers, with Millennials feeling most unsupported.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Jul 2024
Gen Z shows more optimism & plans to spend big in Q4
Tablets

Gen Z shows more optimism & plans to spend big in Q4

Gen Z's optimism and spending power spike in UNiDAYS report, highlighting a shift in mood and loyalty trends for the year's final quarter. Brands, take note!.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Jul 2024
Survey reveals 60% of Singapore workers use AI amidst burnout
Digital Transformation

Survey reveals 60% of Singapore workers use AI amidst burnout

A UiPath survey reveals 60% of Singapore workers use generative AI, positioning Singapore as a top adopter globally amid economic challenges and workload pressures.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Jun 2024
Report reveals growing interest in crypto among Australians
EduTech

Report reveals growing interest in crypto among Australians

Over a quarter of Australians are showing an interest in cryptocurrency, with 9% holding digital assets in the last year, reveals new research by Finder and Coinbase.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2024