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EY & Microsoft launch AI Skills Passport for students

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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EY and Microsoft have unveiled the AI Skills Passport, a free online course aimed at empowering students aged 16 and above with essential AI skills by 2025.
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Gen Z & millennials prioritise quality amid cost crisis

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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New research reveals Gen Z and millennials are transforming luxury shopping habits by prioritising quality, sustainability, and secure payments during the cost-of-living crisis.
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HR leaders turn to AI for employee wellbeing focus

Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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Aconso's latest research highlights that 72% of HR leaders are increasingly turning to AI and automation to tackle rising workloads while enhancing employee wellbeing.
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AI & design tools transforming job applications in 2024

Thu, 16th Jan 2025
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Canva's latest report reveals that 65% of Australian hiring managers expect text-based resumes to vanish in favour of digital applications within five years.
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Gen Z & Millennials face higher social media compromises

Mon, 13th Jan 2025
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A recent survey reveals that nearly half of Gen Z and Millennials have had their social media passwords compromised, exposing generational divides in cybersecurity practices.
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Record USD $241 billion in US holiday online sales for 2024

Wed, 8th Jan 2025
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Adobe has reported that online spending in the US for the 2024 holiday season hit USD $241.4 billion, an 8.7% rise, driven by a record in mobile transactions.
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Fintech leaders predict 2025's impact on the industry

Wed, 1st Jan 2025
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Fintech executives foresee 2025 shaped by evolving fraud tactics, AI, open banking regulation, and changing consumer demands in the mortgage market.
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Cloudbrink CEO discusses future of remote work & AI tech

Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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Cloudbrink's CEO Prakash Mana predicts the work-from-anywhere trend will persist through 2025, driven by Gen Z and advancements in AI and connectivity.
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Forrester report identifies key mobile banking features by 2027

Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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Forrester's new report highlights essential mobile banking features by 2027, emphasising fraud management and security as top priorities for customer trust.
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Procurement in 2025: From 'should we try AI?' to 'When can we start?'

Fri, 13th Dec 2024
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A Gartner survey reveals that 72% of procurement leaders are prioritising GenAI integration, marking a pivotal shift towards strategic decision-making.
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Trust & AI in shopping: New Zealand consumers' views

Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
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Salesforce's report reveals New Zealand consumers are increasingly willing to embrace AI in shopping, despite a sharp decline in trust towards companies.
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NielsenIQ unveils 2025 tech & durables growth trends

Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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NielsenIQ unveils its latest report forecast, focusing on key trends in the Tech & Durables sector set to shape the market by 2025.
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AI adoption in retail: Opportunities & readiness gaps

Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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A new survey from Riverbed reveals that while 95% of retail leaders view AI as crucial, only 40% feel prepared for its implementation.
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Top global consumer trends for 2025: report insights

Fri, 15th Nov 2024
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Euromonitor International's latest report reveals five key consumer trends for 2025, highlighting shifts in spending and sustainability amid evolving habits.
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Employment Hero & Clearhead partner for NZ small firms

Tue, 12th Nov 2024
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Employment Hero has teamed up with Clearhead to deliver affordable mental health support for 10,000 small businesses in New Zealand, addressing rising worker stress.
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Nearly half find AI helpful for customer service: study

Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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Nearly half of consumers find AI chatbots helpful for customer service, with 48% noting improved experiences, a new study reveals.
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Burnout rises to 61% in NZ as financial stress impacts workers

Tue, 29th Oct 2024
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A new report reveals that 61% of New Zealand employees experience burnout, with financial stress and the rising cost of living cited as key contributors.
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How AI portrays generations: beer is the common link

Mon, 30th Sep 2024
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New research by AIport and Turing Post reveals how AI models depict generational groups, uncovering stereotypes and surprising elements in over 1200 images.
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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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Adobe forecasts USD $240.8 billion in U.S. holiday online sales

Thu, 26th Sep 2024
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Adobe's 2024 holiday forecast predicts U.S. online sales to hit USD $240.8 billion, driven by Cyber Week, mobile shopping, and social media influences.