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UK banking sector most trusted despite low confidence

Fri, 18th Apr 2025
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The UK banking sector ranks as the most trusted for sharing personal data, yet just 51% of consumers show confidence, revealing significant generational divides.
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AI survey reveals job fears amid workplace enthusiasm

Fri, 11th Apr 2025
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A new survey by Kickresume reveals a complex perspective among UK workers on AI in the workplace, with 21% facing job loss concerns despite 57% embracing AI tools.
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TP report shows Gen Z prefer interactive communication

Fri, 4th Apr 2025
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A new report from TP reveals that Generation Z favours interactive communication, posing challenges for businesses catering to this tech-savvy cohort.
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London's night economy thrives as retail sector declines

Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
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London's night economy flourishes as retail jobs remain 5% down since the pandemic, with hospitality seeing a 2% annual increase in employment.
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Atlassian unveils major Trello update with AI features

Tue, 4th Mar 2025
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Atlassian has launched a significant update for Trello, introducing AI features to streamline task management and improve personal productivity.
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Over half of Gen Z in UK consider AI vital for work tasks

Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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New research reveals over half of UK Gen Z workers consider artificial intelligence essential in their roles, with 92% actively using AI in daily tasks.
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Gen Z employees often bypass workplace data protection

Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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A survey by Dojo reveals that over half of Generation Z workers in the UK fail to adhere to essential security protocols, risking data breaches.
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UK consumers to return GBP £1.5 billion Christmas gifts

Wed, 8th Jan 2025
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British consumers are set to return £1.5 billion worth of unwanted Christmas gifts this year, highlighting significant challenges for retailers' logistics.
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Consumers favour 25% discount in exchange for emails

Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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Research by Daemon reveals that 58% of consumers would share their email for a 25% discount, indicating a generational divide in data sharing willingness.
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Public anxiety over AI-driven cyber threats rising

Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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A study reveals that 61% of the public fear cybercrime, particularly from AI threats, with generational gaps in concern highlighted amid rising anxiety.
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LG Electronics ranks 97th in Best Global Brands 2024

Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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LG Electronics has soared in brand valuation, ranking 97th in Interbrand's Best Global Brands 2024 report, valued at USD$6.5 billion, up 38.7% year-on-year.
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UK business leaders to boost tech investments by 23% next year

Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
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UK business leaders are set to boost tech investments by 23% due to AI innovations, a new study from Seismic reveals.
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Gen Z to hit USD$12 trillion global spending by 2030

Thu, 26th Sep 2024
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Generation Z is forecasted to become the wealthiest generation ever, with global spending projected to hit $12 trillion by 2030.
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UK survey reveals generational divides in customer service preferences

Wed, 25th Sep 2024
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A new CommBox survey highlights UK's generational rift in customer service preferences, with Gen Z favouring digital channels while older consumers still prefer phone calls.
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New study shows screen time concerns, Gen Z struggle to unplug

Wed, 18th Sep 2024
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A survey by ExpressVPN reveals 86% of parents worry about children's screen time, while 46% of Gen Z are actively trying to cut down, despite facing FOMO challenges.
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Gen Z dining habits: prioritising trust, deals, & takeaways

Thu, 18th Jul 2024
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Generation Z's dining habits reveal a focus on convenience and value, with 42% opting for takeaway on Fridays and 93% trusting friends over influencers, Deliverect finds.
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New tech adoption hindered in multi-generational UK workforces, survey finds

Tue, 23rd Apr 2024
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UK business leaders are meeting resistance to new technology across all generational workforces, reveals a survey by Seismic, a global enablement tech provider.
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IWD 2024: Empowering New Investors with Clear Communication

Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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Clear, accessible shareholder communication is vital to empower a growing generation of female investors, in an increasingly complex financial climate.
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Pandemic propels UK towards cashless economy despite resistance

Wed, 6th Mar 2024
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The pandemic-associated rejection of cash is seen as accelerating the switch to a cashless economy, despite some resistance and concern over security.
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UK sees 10% rise in female university computing applications

Mon, 26th Feb 2024
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UK sees a 10% hike in university computing applications from women, signalling the third consecutive year of growth.