Gen Z stories - Page 5

Skillsoft study reveals major gaps in workplace skills & training
Tue, 24th Sep 2024
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A Skillsoft survey highlights that 35% of global employees lack confidence in their skills, with UK employees particularly concerned about job security and training effectiveness.

Exclusive: How mobile game Kinder World is fostering mental wellbeing
Tue, 24th Sep 2024
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Mobile game Kinder World, born out of the pandemic, fosters mental wellbeing by merging virtual houseplant care with therapeutic activities.

Australian councils urged to invest in tech for trust boost
Fri, 20th Sep 2024
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New Datacom research reveals that 70% of Australians would increase their confidence in local councils through tech investments, yet only 37% see councils as tech-savvy.

Gen Z demands more digital channels for customer service
Fri, 20th Sep 2024
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New research by CommBox reveals UK Gen Z shoppers prefer digital channels like WhatsApp for customer service, while older generations stick to phone calls.

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.

Economic pressures lead Australians to embrace secondhand shopping
Thu, 12th Sep 2024
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New data indicates 26% of consumers are hesitant to make purchases over $200 in the next six months, reflecting growing economic pressures.

UK consumers to prioritise holiday spending in 2024, says Coveo
Thu, 12th Sep 2024
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UK consumers are poised to increase holiday spending for 2024, even if it means trimming expenses elsewhere, according to Coveo's latest research.

Australians embrace AI home devices, prioritise energy efficiency
Mon, 9th Sep 2024
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millennials
Samsung's latest report reveals a generational shift in home appliance use, with 75% of Australians valuing AI as an unparalleled innovation.

Infinite Reality enters strategic partnership with Google Cloud
Fri, 6th Sep 2024
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Infinite Reality partners with Google Cloud in a five-year deal to innovate and scale immersive digital experiences using AI, tech infrastructures, and 3D web solutions.

Reboxed launches ReboxedOS to boost circular economy efforts
Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
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Reboxed unveils ReboxedOS, a platform aiding brands and retailers in embracing circular economy practices through advanced recommerce solutions and sustainability tools.

Stripe celebrates 10th anniversary in Australia with new solutions
Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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Stripe celebrates a decade in Australia with expanded offerings like PayTo and Instant Payouts, supporting over 500,000 businesses in processing $200 billion.

Kiwi consumers prefer digital payments, small businesses lag
Tue, 20th Aug 2024
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payment technologies
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New research by Xero reveals 75% of New Zealand consumers prefer physical bank cards for in-store payments, but only 17% of small businesses offer mobile payment options.

Gen Z to spend £4.3 billion on campus supplies – study
Wed, 14th Aug 2024
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UNiDAYS' latest research on Gen Z's back-to-campus spending reveals UK students will splurge £4.3 billion, averaging £1,600 each, on essentials and luxuries.

Australian hospitality sector embraces AI to enhance efficiency
Mon, 12th Aug 2024
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Australian hospitality businesses are turning to AI and automation, with 85% using these technologies to enhance efficiency and guest experiences, notes SevenRooms report.

Insightful's study reveals epidemic of lost focus in the modern workplace
Fri, 12th Jul 2024
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A new study from Insightful reveals a startling epidemic of lost focus among workers, with 92% of employers deeming it a major workplace issue.

Millennials most likely to quit jobs despite regular manager talks
Wed, 10th Jul 2024
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it training
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ar, vr & metaverse
A new report highlights a growing disconnect between UK employees and employers, with Millennials feeling most unsupported.

Speeding towards a sustainable future
Wed, 3rd Jul 2024
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data analytics
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cleantech
As awareness of sustainability grows, businesses are being urged to embrace eco-friendly practices, driven by consumer demand and impending regulations.

Gen Z shows more optimism & plans to spend big in Q4
Wed, 3rd Jul 2024
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Gen Z's optimism and spending power spike in UNiDAYS report, highlighting a shift in mood and loyalty trends for the year's final quarter. Brands, take note!.

Australian retailers struggling to deliver best of breed eCommerce
Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
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Australian retailers lag in eCommerce maturity, with 16.8% of sales online. While COVID and cost-of-living affects investment, Gen Y and Gen Z may push online sales to 33% by 2033.

Greater Manchester councils select inploi to boost job platform
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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jobs
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Consortium of 13 councils selects talent tech firm inploi for a four-year, six-figure contract to enhance the greater.jobs platform amidst UK's labour shortage.