Gen Z stories
Top global consumer trends for 2025: report insights
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Euromonitor International's latest report reveals five key consumer trends for 2025, highlighting shifts in spending and sustainability amid evolving habits.
Australians hesitant on AI for travel, report reveals
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tourism
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.
Employment Hero & Clearhead partner for NZ small firms
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Employment Hero has teamed up with Clearhead to deliver affordable mental health support for 10,000 small businesses in New Zealand, addressing rising worker stress.
Australian entrepreneurs thrive without degrees, GoDaddy finds
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higher education
Research by GoDaddy reveals that 20% of Australian entrepreneurs without a degree earn over AUD $180,000 annually, nearly matching their educated peers.
Nearly half find AI helpful for customer service: study
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martech
Nearly half of consumers find AI chatbots helpful for customer service, with 48% noting improved experiences, a new study reveals.
Burnout rises to 61% in NZ as financial stress impacts workers
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work-life balance
A new report reveals that 61% of New Zealand employees experience burnout, with financial stress and the rising cost of living cited as key contributors.
Gen Z in UK boosts gaming spend by 21% amid mobile rise
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mobile gaming
New research reveals UK Gen Z students have upped their gaming spend by 21% to GBP £48 monthly, contributing to GBP £3.4 billion annual sales.
How we can help younger Australians tackle cybersecurity challenges
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This October marks Cybersecurity Awareness Month, highlighting younger Australians' struggles with online safety amid rising frustration and disengagement.
Australians trim grocery shopping as prices continue to rise
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With grocery prices soaring in Australia, a new survey reveals 56% of shoppers are returning sweet treats amid rising living costs.
Exclusive: AUS 3C report reveals how different generations stay secure
Tue, 1st Oct 2024
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AUS 3C's report finds Gen Z and Millennials know cybersecurity basics but struggle with consistent use, citing inconvenience and frustration.
How AI portrays generations: beer is the common link
Mon, 30th Sep 2024
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millennials
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New research by AIport and Turing Post reveals how AI models depict generational groups, uncovering stereotypes and surprising elements in over 1200 images.
Younger Australians vulnerable due to poor online security habits
Fri, 27th Sep 2024
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A new report by Aus3C highlights growing online safety concerns among younger Australians, with many finding cybersecurity efforts frustrating and complex.
Australians embracing 'digital refresh', reveals Samsung study
Thu, 26th Sep 2024
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power / energy
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displays & projectors
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cleantech
Samsung research shows 52% of Australians plan digital refreshes this year, with many keen on upgrading devices, but sustainable disposal knowledge remains low.
Gen Z to hit USD$12 trillion global spending by 2030
Thu, 26th Sep 2024
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generation z
Generation Z is forecasted to become the wealthiest generation ever, with global spending projected to hit $12 trillion by 2030.
Adobe forecasts USD $240.8 billion in U.S. holiday online sales
Thu, 26th Sep 2024
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smartphones
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gaming
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martech
Adobe’s 2024 holiday forecast predicts U.S. online sales to hit USD $240.8 billion, driven by Cyber Week, mobile shopping, and social media influences.
Financial stability grows for shift workers in 2024
Thu, 26th Sep 2024
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healthtech
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deputy
Deputy's latest survey shows financial stability is rising for shift workers, driven by poly-employment and predictable income.
Survey: Security top concern for online banking in Singapore
Tue, 24th Sep 2024
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fintech
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cloud services
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.
Skillsoft study reveals major gaps in workplace skills & training
Tue, 24th Sep 2024
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genai
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skillsoft
A Skillsoft survey highlights that 35% of global employees lack confidence in their skills, with UK employees particularly concerned about job security and training effectiveness.
Exclusive: How mobile game Kinder World is fostering mental wellbeing
Tue, 24th Sep 2024
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personal computing devices
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ios
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monetisation
Mobile game Kinder World, born out of the pandemic, fosters mental wellbeing by merging virtual houseplant care with therapeutic activities.
Australian councils urged to invest in tech for trust boost
Fri, 20th Sep 2024
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council
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datacom
New Datacom research reveals that 70% of Australians would increase their confidence in local councils through tech investments, yet only 37% see councils as tech-savvy.