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Australians embrace Black Friday as key event for festive savings

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Over half of Australians plan to shop on Black Friday, with many parents using the event to get an early start on Christmas gifts and festive savings.
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Gen Z shift sees brand loyalty give way to trend-driven trust

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Gen Z UK shoppers are prioritising viral trends and influencer promotion over traditional brand loyalty, reshaping consumer trust according to SAP Emarsys.
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How RCS can solve the trust and customer experience tension

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RCS offers Australian businesses a secure, interactive way to boost customer engagement and trust, tackling data privacy concerns amid rising scams.
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AI heightens phishing success as global cyber defences lag

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AI has boosted phishing success as 44% admit falling for scams, yet only 48% of firms fully use multi-factor authentication, says Yubico survey.
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AI drives surge in phishing as UK sees rise in secure logins

Tue, 30th Sep 2025
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A Yubico survey finds 62% of Gen Z interacted with phishing scams last year, raising alarm over AI threats.
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Australians lag in AI-era cyber security as phishing surges

Tue, 30th Sep 2025
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A Yubico survey reveals Australians lag in cybersecurity, with 46% falling prey to AI-enhanced phishing and low adoption of multi-factor authentication at work and home.
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Young Australians embrace multi-hyphenate lives with new tech

Tue, 30th Sep 2025
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New research shows nearly one in four young Australians juggle side hustles and content creation, embracing tech to lead multi-hyphenate lives in 2025.
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UK CMOs face AI divide & brand activism risks for 2025

Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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UK CMOs are widely adopting AI in marketing, but face consumer scepticism and split views on brand activism as top challenges for 2025 emerge.
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YouTube launches new hub to boost brand-creator ties in Canada

Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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YouTube Canada has launched new tools, including the Creator Partnerships Hub and BrandConnect API, to boost collaboration between brands and creators.
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Beyond campaigns: Building visibility that compounds over time

Fri, 19th Sep 2025
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Canadian brands focus on authentic storytelling and earned media to build lasting visibility amid tariffs and rising costs. Short-term campaigns no longer suffice.
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Gen Z demands instant service & social shopping from retailers

Thu, 18th Sep 2025
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Gen Z demands instant replies within 15 minutes and prefers social shopping on apps like Instagram and TikTok, pushing retailers to adopt AI and automation.
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Gen Z & Millennials turn to AI for shopping advice over search

Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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A global survey reveals 33% of Gen Z and 26% of Millennials prefer AI platforms over search engines for shopping advice, signalling a shift in consumer habits.
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Gen Z urges workplaces to adopt visual & AI-first tools

Fri, 12th Sep 2025
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Gen Z professionals urge UK workplaces to adopt visual, AI-powered collaboration tools, citing improved creativity and communication efficiency.
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Formal performance reviews lacking in many Australian sectors

Tue, 9th Sep 2025
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Fewer than 40% of Australian workers experience formal performance reviews, with retail and hospitality sectors trailing far behind healthcare and education.
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Young Australians seek security, growth & hybrid work in 2025

Mon, 1st Sep 2025
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Young Australians prioritise job security, career growth, and hybrid working in 2025, with Google, Canva and Amazon leading as top employers, says Hatch survey.
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Bridging the payment divide: How small businesses can align with consumer expectations in 2025

Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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Many small businesses risk lost sales and loyalty as one in three still don’t accept credit or debit cards, despite 86% of consumers relying on them.
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Australians feel pressure as AI skills become vital in workplaces

Tue, 26th Aug 2025
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Nearly half of Australian workers find mastering AI at work as demanding as a second job, raising pressure and career concerns across workplaces.
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Australians prioritise privacy & AI personalisation in online shopping

Tue, 26th Aug 2025
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New research reveals Australians prioritise data privacy and AI personalisation in online shopping, seeking better service and seamless digital experiences.
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AI-driven referrals transform shopping, travel & banking online

Tue, 19th Aug 2025
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AI-driven referrals to US retail, travel, and banking sites have surged over tenfold since July 2024, reshaping online shopping and boosting engagement.
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Few Canadians using AI at work daily, says TD Bank report

Tue, 19th Aug 2025
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Fewer than 10% of Canadian workers use AI daily at work, with a TD Bank survey highlighting a major gap in training and adoption across generations.