LinkedIn is seen as a marketing and sales tool, not networking
Most professionals no longer see LinkedIn as a platform for valuable business networking but for marketing, sales and recruitment, according to new research.
Emerging technology now ‘integral part of how fans consume sports’
While positive fan experiences with technology bring multiple new opportunities to sports organisations, athletes are increasingly using it for training, injury prevention and improving performance, according to new research.
Top 3 digital transformation tips for 2020: Improving customer experience, digital presence and sales and marketing effectiveness
As we enter 2020, what are the top priorities transformation for global companies? New research identifies the key areas to focus on.
UK online adspend ‘now accounts for 3 in every 5 pounds spent’
UK adspend rose 5.6% year-on-year to reach £5.97bn in Q3 2019, 0.8 percentage points ahead of forecast, according to new research Warc and the Ad Association.
The top 5 fastest-growing neobanks of 2019
Neobanks, such as Monzo and Rovolut, are proving increasingly popular amongst consumers compared to traditional banks. New research looks at the rising appeal of the most popular 5 of these next-gen banks.
Can 5G save the high street? UK sees 10,000 retail jobs lost this month alone
The first month of 2020 saw nearly 10,000 retail jobs lost in the UK as Brexit, online rivals and supermarkets took their toll on the high street, according to a new report.
The race for Quantum Computing supremacy
Quantum computers are set to help us solve humanity’s most complex challenges – challenges that our existing computers can’t even scratch the surface of. With tech giants including Google, IBM, Microsoft and Intel racing to create the next generation of supercomputers, investment in quantum computing technologies are booming. But which companies are leading the way in quantum computing?
Global IT trends for 2020: Self teaching and AI boosting staff skills
French start-up CodinGame officially published its annual report on the profession of developer after questioning over 20, 000 coding staff in 120 countries. For the third year running, the company profiled their developer community asking interviewees about their daily workload, their habits and other aspects of their profession. Discover the results of this large-scale study that analyses the profession of developer.
Bitcoin ‘to increase 98% in value by end of year’
Bitcoin could nearly double in price by year’s end, according to a panel of fintech leaders convened by financial comparison website Finder.
Who’s watching The Witcher? Netflix sparks controversy with new ‘2 min’ viewing metrics
Netflix beat growth targets internationally during the final quarter of 2019 but missed targets in the US, where rivals like Disney Plus grew in popularity.
Instagram ditches IGTV video button due to ‘lack of use’
Instagram has removed a button that was at the top of people’s feeds and directed people to IGTV, its long-form video hub, saying very few users have been clicking on it.
Media industry trends for 2020: Collaboration culture, remote working and voice assistants for everything
Andy Wilson, Head of Media, Dropbox, shares his insights about the state of the European media industry and how technology is fundamentally shifting the way professionals collaborate and communicate.
Infographic: The 30 most popular social media influencers in the world
Over the last decade we’ve seen the rise in social media influencers grow and saturate the market, but which online identities are generating the most attention? A new infographic looks at the most popular social media influencers (according to Google).
The 100 trends that will shape the new decade: Mutiverses and anti-Instagram dining
From multiverse exploration to anti-Instagram dining, a new report looks ahead to the defining trends in consumer behaviour and innovation for 2020.
The jobs most at risk from automation
Waiters, stock assistants and executive sales are the jobs most at risk from automation, while Dentists, doctors, teachers are safest, according to new research.
Global risks report: Political divisions ‘getting in way of tackling shared problems’
Geopolitical turbulence is propelling us towards an “unsettled” unilateral world of great power rivalries at a time when business and government leaders must focus urgently on working together to tackle shared risks, according to new research.
Google shakes up ad industry: Third-party Chrome cookies blocked in 2 years time
Google plans to stop all third-party cookies on its Chrome browser by 2022, in a move that will have massive repercussions across the ad industry, which depends on them to track users.
How much money do celebrity Instagram couples make?
As their own boss and stepping down as senior royals, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are now left to their own devices when it comes to funding their family life, being financially independent. Whilst it’s unlikely they’ll be writing up a CV anytime soon, their royal status would be in huge demand if they were to pursue brand partnerships on their social media accounts.
Global esports trends: China dominates as Nordics lead Europe
Esports viewing is on the rise, but Western countries still lag far behind China, where over 1 in 4 Internet users watched esports games in the last month.
CES 2020 roundup: AI skincare assistants, virtual humans and loo roll fetching bots
The CES consumer tech show in Las Vegas features thousands of companies from Google and Samsung to unknown startups, all showcasing their ‘next big thing’ in tech. We take a look at the most notable gadgets to come out of this year’s expo, from the innovative to the odd.
