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Sinch and Authvia turn messaging into a checkout lane

What if paying a bill was as easy as replying “yes” to a text? That’s the future Sinch and Authvia are rolling out across North America with a new partnership that puts mobile payments directly into messaging threads.Announced today, the...

Gen Z wants less screen time and more real-life brand experiences

A new study from The Harris Poll and Quad throws a wrench into the digital-first mindset that’s dominated marketing for the last decade. While 81% of Gen Z say they wish it were easier to disconnect from their devices, they’re...

UK consumers demand empathy from AI in customer service

The latest Consumer Voice Report 2025 from ServiceNow paints a clear picture of changing consumer expectations in the UK when it comes to AI in customer service. The report reveals that British consumers no longer view AI as impressive simply...

Employees want purpose and pay, employers struggle to deliver 

Despite a rise in unemployment, many UK employers still deal with talent shortages, as job seekers become more selective about the roles they pursue. According to the latest Talent Trends report from recruitment firm Michael Page, two out of every...

Oh Polly improves NPS with revamped returns experience

Fashion brand, Oh Polly has boosted its net promoter score (NPS) and cut its cash refunds, by overhauling its returns process. The online retailer started working with Loop Returns in 2023 to transform its returns experience for customers and improve...

AI learns to behave, companies lobby for climate, and TikTok faces EU scrutiny

European companies shift toward pro-climate lobbyingAccording to Influencemap, a growing number of European companies now support strong climate policies. In 2025, 23% of companies lobbied in line with 1.5C °C climate goals, up from just 3% in 2019. Over half...

Medallia/Ipsos report highlights changing nature of customer loyalty

Nearly everybody agrees that customer loyalty is a vital ingredient of CX. In a recent co-authored report from Medallia and Ipsos, 97% of industry pros said that loyalty is critical. But aside from the headline figure, the report drew a...

Salesforce buys its way into the future of work with Convergence.ai acquisition

Salesforce wants to future-proof how work gets done, and is aiming to do so through its definitive agreement to acquire Convergence.ai, an AI agent startup that’s quietly been solving one of automation’s trickiest problems: getting machines to navigate the messy,...

DoorDash and Wing launch drone delivery in Charlotte 

DoorDash has teamed up with Wing, a residential drone delivery company, to bring autonomous aerial delivery to the Queen City for the very first time. The partnership aims to revolutionise how Charlotte residents receive meals, snacks, and essentials, delivering speed,...

TELUS Health buys Workplace Options in $350M deal, expands global reach in employee wellbeing

TELUS Health has acquired Workplace Options (WPO), a major provider of employee wellbeing services to Fortune 500 companies, in a deal valued at approximately CA$500 million (US$350 million). The acquisition significantly expands the company’s international footprint, adding a network of...