Tag: US

Mastercard targets password-free payments with biometrics by 2030
Mastercard has presented its ambitious vision to transform digital payments, aiming to phase out manual card and password entry by 2030. The company plans to leverage biometric authentication, such as fingerprints and facial recognition, alongside tokenization technology to create a...

95% of marketers set to boost AI investments in 2024
The latest Invoca report highlights the growing influence of AI across marketing sectors, with 95% of marketers planning to boost AI investments in the coming year. Based on a survey of 600 marketing professionals across the U.S. and U.K., this...

Is Amazon’s new platform a threat to discount giants like Temu and Shein?
Amazon has unveiled Amazon Haul, a mobile-only storefront which provides a range of budget-friendly items priced at $20 or less. Accessible through the Amazon Shopping app or on mobile browsers, the platform is Amazon’s answer to rising competition from Chinese...

Cognigy presents the next generation AI workforce
AI-powered customer service solutions vendor Cognigy has announced Agentic AI, the next generation AI workforce that is set to transform enterprise contact centers by enabling more efficient, personalised, and autonomous customer interactions. Designed for large-scale environments, Agentic AI leverages advanced...

Most US shoppers encounter generative AI without realising it
Generative AI is quietly reshaping the retail landscape, enhancing online shopping experiences with personalised recommendations and streamlined interactions. Yet, a new Bain & Company survey reveals that 71% of U.S. consumers are unaware they’re engaging with generative AI while shopping...

Five9’s latest AI Agents aim to combine speed, flexibility, and human-like engagement
Five9 has unveiled the latest in its Genius AI suite, the Five9 AI Agents, to allow businesses to deploy chat and voice bots that provide human-like conversational abilities, combining the depth of knowledge and speed of AI. By blending generative...

ServiceNow adds 150+ new AI features to boost automation and AI governance
AI automation vendor ServiceNow has launched over 150 new generative AI features on the Now Platform, focusing on enhancing AI capabilities while ensuring responsible and secure use. The latest updates include expanded Now Assist capabilities and new AI Governance tools,...

Big Lots launches app to streamline shopping experience for members
Big Lots has launched the Big Lots app to provide a more seamless and rewarding shopping experience for its customers. Available to both current and new members of the Big Rewards loyalty program, the app provides many features tailored to...

New survey reveals personalisation as top priority for car buyers
A recent survey by Blue Yonder highlights personalsation as a crucial factor for prospective car buyers across the U.S., UK, France, and Germany. The 2024 Consumer Automotive Personalisation Survey reveals that over 40% of respondents planning to purchase a car...

Dialpad revamps its AI contact centre platform
AI-powered communications vendor Dialpad has announced the launch of Dialpad Support, which expands its existing Ai Contact Center into a comprehensive next-generation platform. This enhancement builds on the company’s current capabilities, delivering significant upgrades that transform how businesses manage customer...