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Students struggle to identify AI use in homework tasks
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Students struggle to identify AI use in homework tasks

A recent Save My Exams survey reveals that 75% of students use AI for homework, complicating the ability to distinguish human from machine-generated answers.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Sun, 16th Mar 2025
European travel sector faces payment system inefficiencies
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European travel sector faces payment system inefficiencies

A new study by Modulr reveals that 96% of European travel leaders find their payment systems inadequate, leading to inefficiencies and wasted time.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Feb 2025
UK faces critical AI skills gap as firms struggle to adapt
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UK faces critical AI skills gap as firms struggle to adapt

A recent study by Gigged.AI reveals a critical AI skills gap in the UK, warning that government policies hinder recruitment essential for future growth.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025
Difficult returns leads to brand abandonment - study
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Difficult returns leads to brand abandonment - study

A study by Manhattan Associates reveals that 40% of shoppers abandon brands after negative return experiences, highlighting the critical need for efficient return processes.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
Financial Services face cyber risk disconnect, says study
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Financial Services face cyber risk disconnect, says study

A recent study reveals a serious disconnect in Financial Services on cyber security training, with 69% of employees feeling disengaged despite owners' confidence.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Dec 2024
UK ecommerce firms underutilise cloud ERP systems, study finds
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UK ecommerce firms underutilise cloud ERP systems, study finds

A new report reveals that while 87% of UK ecommerce firms use cloud ERP systems, 64% underutilise their full potential, risking estimated losses of GBP £26,580 daily.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 11th Nov 2024
UK study reveals eCommerce checkout inefficiencies
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UK study reveals eCommerce checkout inefficiencies

A UK study by Ecommpay and IMRG shows eCommerce checkout inefficiencies are hindering conversions, revealing an average conversion rate of just 58%.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Nov 2024
UK & US firms slow to adopt cloud & AI technologies
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UK & US firms slow to adopt cloud & AI technologies

A recent Acxiom study shows only 44% of businesses host their operations in the cloud, citing a lack of expertise as a key challenge.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2024
Trust crisis costs UK tech SMBs GBP £102k each year, finds study
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Trust crisis costs UK tech SMBs GBP £102k each year, finds study

A study by B2B Stars reveals UK tech SMBs lose GBP £102,000 annually due to an online trust crisis, with 33% struggling to trust new contacts.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2024

Global Stories

Most adults unable to spot AI dating profiles in study
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Most adults unable to spot AI dating profiles in study

A study by Pour Moi reveals that many adults struggle to identify AI-generated dating profiles, with alarming rates of misrecognition across age groups.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Mar 2025
Organisations question CISO liability policy effectiveness
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Organisations question CISO liability policy effectiveness

A Fastly study reveals 93% of organisations have updated policies to protect CISOs from personal liability, though effectiveness remains unclear.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
VR mobile games on Android see 60% growth, 13 million new users
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VR mobile games on Android see 60% growth, 13 million new users

A new study by SplitMetrics reveals a remarkable 60% increase in new Android VR game users, with 13 million joining in 2024, marking record growth.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2025
AI revolution in workplace enhances human skill value
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AI revolution in workplace enhances human skill value

A new global study by Workday reveals AI as a driver of workplace skills enhancement, with workers embracing human traits like empathy as vital for future success.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025
Study reveals emojis & phrases likely outdated by 2025
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Study reveals emojis & phrases likely outdated by 2025

A new study reveals that certain emojis and phrases, including the 'enraged face', could become outdated by 2025 as digital communication shifts.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024
Tech woes disrupt key life moments for Britons, study finds
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Tech woes disrupt key life moments for Britons, study finds

A recent study by HONOR reveals that 59% of Britons have faced tech failures during key life moments, raising concerns over unreliable technology.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Nov 2024
Study reveals severe security flaws in finance software
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Study reveals severe security flaws in finance software

A study by Veracode reveals that 76% of financial applications have unresolved security flaws, posing significant risks to organisations and their customers.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Oct 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Radicle Science wins best industry service provider award
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Radicle Science wins best industry service provider award

Radicle Science has won the Nutritional Outlook Best of the Industry 2024 Award, recognising its significant advancements in clinical validation for the nutraceutical sector.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 27th Jan 2025