Author: Angelina Maksimovic

Why Are Brits Late to the Instant Payment Party?

Despite the rise of instant digital payments around the world, new research from FICO reveals that UK consumers are trailing their European neighbours in the use of real-time payments (RTP). While a solid 79% of UK respondents reported having sent...

Zillennials Have Arrived—And They’re Booking Cruises

Generational shifts are reshaping how Americans travel—and what they expect from travel loyalty programs. According to a new report by arrivia, based on a survey of U.S. adults who travelled in the past year, younger travellers are rewriting the rules...

AI Fatigue? Workers Say Tools Aren’t Living Up to the Hype

The latest report by GoTo sheds light on how artificial intelligence is being used in the workplace—and where the disconnects lie. Based on a survey of 2,500 employees and IT leaders worldwide, The Pulse of Work in 2025: Trends, Truths,...

Tech Improves Dining Experience for 57% of Consumers

According to new consumer data released by HungerRush, America’s appetite for quick-service and fast-casual dining remains strong, despite inflationary pressures. A striking 93% of consumers still visit these restaurants at least once per month. However, diners are becoming more selective:...

Layoff Survivors Face a Learning Crisis with Real Business Consequences

While layoffs often grab the headlines, it’s the employees left behind who are carrying the burden, and many are doing it without a roadmap. A new survey from Kahoot! reveals that U.S. companies are neglecting a critical part of their...

Brits Lose Patience with Poor Customer Support, and They’re Not Afraid to Walk Away

According to new research by Quantum Metric, more than half of Brits (57%) have abandoned a purchase simply because of poor customer support, proving that bad service doesn’t just hurt brand perception — it hits the bottom line. Whether it’s...

Message Received: The RCS Revolution Is Here

Business messaging is evolving fast, and Infobip is at the centre of it. According to Infobip’s new report, Rich Communication Services (RCS) messaging is seeing explosive growth, redefining how brands connect with their customers. Based on over 530 billion...

AI Is Running Customer Service. Are You Ready for It?

Artificial intelligence has moved out of the sci-fi world and into everyday life, now powering the backbone of most customer service desks. In 2025, the role of AI has expanded beyond simple automation, evolving into a sophisticated orchestration of personalised,...

From Champagne to Sweatpants: What Consumers Are Cutting to Afford Groceries

According to Blue Yonder’s latest survey, as many as 85% of consumers worldwide are worried about the continued rise in grocery prices. Conducted across key markets including the U.S., U.K., France, Germany, Australia/New Zealand (ANZ), and the Middle East, the...

Gift Cards Are the New Currency, And Everyone’s Cashing In

Despite persistent economic uncertainty, American consumers are planning to buy more gift cards in 2025—10% more than they did in 2024, according to new research from Blackhawk Network (BHN). With inflation and cost-of-living pressures still top-of-mind, gift cards are becoming...