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UK shoppers blend AI, reviews & social media to make decisions

Thu, 30th Oct 2025
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UK shoppers now combine AI tools, social media, and peer reviews to guide online purchases, reflecting a shift from relying on single search sources.
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Young UK shoppers risk scams for festive gifts via AI & social

Fri, 17th Oct 2025
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Many young UK shoppers risk scams by using AI and social media for festive gifts, despite widespread concerns over online holiday shopping risks.
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Gen Z shift sees brand loyalty give way to trend-driven trust

Wed, 8th Oct 2025
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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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Series appoints humanoid robot Uri as Chief Marketing Officer

Fri, 3rd Oct 2025
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Series appoints humanoid robot Uri as Chief Marketing Officer, harnessing AI and robotics to revolutionise marketing and student engagement in social networking.
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UNiDAYS appoints Mona Akiki Chief People Officer for global growth

Thu, 18th Sep 2025
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UNiDAYS taps Mona Akiki as Chief People Officer to drive global growth and enhance culture for its 250-strong London-based workforce.
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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 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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Brits turn to GenAI to find gifts & manage budgets at Christmas

Fri, 12th Sep 2025
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UK shoppers are rapidly embracing generative AI this Christmas, with 71% using it to pick gifts and manage budgets amid rising cost of living worries.
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Stricter returns policies deter two-thirds of global shoppers

Thu, 11th Sep 2025
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Stricter returns policies deter 66% of global shoppers, with Millennials and Gen Z most likely to avoid retailers who enforce tighter rules, Blue Yonder survey finds.
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One in four Australian workers banned from using AI at work

Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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A quarter of Australian workers are banned from using AI at work, with many lacking training and clear guidance amid rising concerns over data and regulation.
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AI benefits UK SMEs but generational divide slows full adoption

Wed, 30th Jul 2025
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AI boosts productivity and well-being in UK SMEs, yet older workers' slower uptake reveals a generational divide hindering full workplace adoption.
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UK consumers cautious as AI assistants rise in global acceptance

Fri, 25th Jul 2025
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Over half of UK consumers use AI assistants for daily tasks but remain cautious, especially about financial decisions, valuing human support in stress.
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Four-day week replaces Summer Fridays for UK's younger workforce

Fri, 25th Jul 2025
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Nearly half of UK firms now offer a four-day work week, replacing 'Summer Fridays' as younger workers lead demand for permanent flexibility.
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Gen Z fears AI threats to jobs as UK entry-level roles decline

Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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Nearly a third of UK entry-level jobs have vanished since 2022, as 80% of Gen Z fear AI may endanger their future career prospects.
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Gen Z drives renewed optimism & new demands in UK retail

Fri, 11th Jul 2025
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Gen Z boosts UK consumer confidence to 28%, driving demand for personalised, authentic retail experiences amid cautious economic optimism, says dentsu report.
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AI transforms sports engagement as fans seek personalisation

Tue, 1st Jul 2025
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AI reshapes sports fandom, with 54% preferring AI tools for info and 67% seeking a single platform for personalised, interactive experiences.
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Half of British adults would trust AI for legal contracts

Tue, 3rd Jun 2025
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Half of British adults would trust AI to handle legal contracts, with 56% open to using it for interpreting terms despite potential risks highlighted by experts.
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Technology helps bridge generational gaps in workplace learning

Thu, 15th May 2025
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Most L&D professionals find engaging Baby Boomers hardest in multi-generational workforces, with tech seen as key to personalised learning solutions, LearnUpon finds.
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Career growth, flexibility & upskilling top 2025 work trends

Tue, 13th May 2025
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people2people report reveals a slowing job market, rising competition, and shifting employee priorities focused on career growth and flexibility across generations.
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Agentic AI helps firms boost CX satisfaction & cut costs per case

Thu, 1st May 2025
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Forethought's 2025 report reveals agentic AI boosts CX outcomes, resolving 57% more tickets and cutting costs by over 20%, outperforming traditional AI solutions.