Author: Angelina Maksimovic

The AI Engagement Paradox: Why Customers Still Crave the Human Touch

According to new research from SAP Emarsys, there is a widening gap between how consumer brands are leveraging AI and what customers actually desire from those interactions.“The best personalisation should feel invisible. People love it when a brand just gets...

Mastercard and PayPal Unite to Simplify and Personalise Payments with “One Credential”

Mastercard and PayPal have announced a new collaboration to deliver greater flexibility, personalisation, and simplicity at checkout. The two payment giants are joining forces to expand access to Mastercard’s recently introduced One Credential, a digital innovation that enables shoppers to...

Tariffs Cast a Shadow Over Holiday Cheer, Survey Shows

As the holiday season approaches, a new survey by the American Christmas Tree Association (ACTA) and conducted by Ipsos, reveals a growing sense of financial anxiety among American consumers. The results highlight that concerns over U.S. tariffs on imported goods...

Americans Adapt Spending Habits Amid Economic Pressures

A new study from strategic market research firm Alter Agents highlights the growing impact of economic pressures on U.S. consumer behaviour in 2025. The research emphasises how inflation, political instability, and trade concerns are forcing Americans to rethink their spending...

Fashion Meets AI: Oh Polly Supercharges Search and Sales with Algolia 

Oh Polly has partnered with Algolia to create a faster, smarter, and more impactful shopping experience that’s now fueling 20% of the brand’s total revenue.As Oh Polly continues its rapid ascent in the online fashion space, the brand faced a...

What Happens When Personalisation Misses the Mark?

While personalised marketing has long been championed as a way to boost engagement and conversions, new research from Gartner suggests it’s not always a win for customers or brands. According to a recent survey, over half of the respondents (53%)...

AI Gets Smarter, But Customers Want More Than Intelligence

According to Twilio’s latest survey, artificial intelligence is transforming customer experiences, but it’s trust and relevance that ultimately drive long-term value. Drawing from over 7,600 consumers and more than 600 business leaders across 18 global markets, the report shows both...

Social Is the New Search: Gen Z Is Redefining Discovery Online

A major generational shift is underway, reshaping how people find information, make decisions, and interact with brands. According to Sprout Social’s latest report, Gen Z is no longer just using social media for entertainment—they’re turning to it first for answers,...

Pega Debuts Agentic AI Suite to Fast-Track Intelligent, Integrated Applications

At its annual PegaWorld event, Pegasystems unveiled a groundbreaking upgrade to its Pega Infinity App Studio. The latest update brings advanced agentic AI capabilities that guide developers intelligently throughout the entire application development lifecycle, allowing organisations to innovate faster and...

Gartner: Most Customer Service Agents Fail to Promote Self-Service Tools

Despite the rising importance of self-service in enhancing customer experience and lowering operational costs, a new Gartner survey reveals that most customer service agents are failing to actively promote these options. According to the survey, 60% of agents do not...