Tag: US

Amazon workers in over 20 countries to protest during Black Friday weekend

Amazon workers across more than 20 countries, including the U.S. and the U.K., plan to strike from Black Friday to Cyber Monday, two of the retail giant’s busiest shopping days. The protests, organized by UNI Global Union and Progressive International,...

Bad customer experiences threaten nearly $4 trillion in global sales

Poor customer experiences could cost businesses $3.8 trillion in global sales, according to new research from Qualtrics. This figure, based on World Bank data and insights from the Qualtrics 2025 Consumer Trends Report, marks a $119 billion increase from last...

In-store holiday shopping grows as US consumers tighten budgets post-election

Consumers are embracing in-store holiday shopping this year, with a 53% year-over-year increase in those planning to shop exclusively at brick-and-mortar stores, according to a recent survey by customer-driven AI intelligence firm First Insight. This resurgence contrasts with a 21% decline...

Gen Z demands fast AI service, but human connection remains key

According to a recent Five9 survey, nearly 60% of Gen Z consumers value the speed and efficiency of AI-driven customer service but still prioritise human support for more complex issues. This shows a paradox: while this tech-savvy generation embraces the...

Mitel introduces new CX management platform to boost customer engagement

Mitel has launched Mitel CX, an AI-driven platform that allows organizations to enhance engagement, streamline operations, and exceed the expectations of today’s digitally savvy consumers. As customers demand faster, more tailored interactions, businesses invest heavily in communication technologies to stay competitive....

New DoorDash tool simplifies grocery shopping and enhances convenience

DoorDash has announced a new feature to streamline online grocery shopping, addressing the hassle of manually adding items to your cart. This allows users to sync their grocery lists directly with the app, facilitating the process of stocking up on...

Target harnesses AI and tech to elevate holiday shopping experience

Target is ready to deliver a seamless and rewarding shopping experience this holiday season with over 400,000 team members, including 100,000 seasonal hires. Backed by investments in technology, artificial intelligence (AI), and a robust supply chain, the omnichannel retailer aims...

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...