Smaller insurance firms that offer cheaper deals can win new customers as the cost-of-living crisis increases price competition.
The nuances within these policies are complex and expensive. We look at how to make sure they’re a good fit before investing in them.
Deal numbers and valuations plummeted after a record 2021. This year, early-stage and tech-focused insurtechs are positioned to win.
Chip orders hint at tech’s changing landscape: Big Tech companies are putting in their orders, or canceling them, for next-gen chips, which reveals a lot about their future strategy.
The US is now Klarna’s largest revenue market thanks in part to its app solutions, the Klarna Card, and merchant-facing marketing tools.
Twitter alternative Koo shines in Brazil: Platform benefits from Musk’s content moderation cutbacks and its own localization efforts.
National news organizations losing credibility among US consumers: Study shows concern about rising bias in media reporting.
The creator economy could be a more than $100 billion industry, but market sizing is difficult
Gen Z adults are most likely to try new brands: But fading brand loyalty and longer paths to purchase mean retailers will have to work harder to earn their patronage.
Alibaba’s profit skyrocketed 69%: That’s largely a reflection of the company’s increased focus on its bottom line.
Pros and cons of wider EV battery choice: Cheaper and more abundant EV batteries are here, but their range drops by as much as 60% in colder weather and customers don’t know what batteries they’re getting in their EVs.
Emergency SNAP benefits expire in 32 states next week: That could result in a significant loss for grocers like Walmart and Kroger since SNAP spending can account for a significant share of sales.
Price increases hurt Domino’s Pizza delivery sales volume: However, it also helped the pizza chain improve its profit margins.
Digital health players shift focus to B2B: We don’t think the pivot will guarantee success given the current economic environment.
Apple is making strides with a secret CGM project: The addition of a blood glucose monitor to the Apple Watch will drive sales beyond the diabetes patient pool to the “worried well.”
Digital health startups to watch: This week, we spotlight women’s pelvic health company Axena Health and digital MSK player IncludeHealth on the back of fresh funding.
Film and TV companies are expanding into video games: Whether it’s mobile games, mid-budget indie titles, or mega-franchise blockbusters, Hollywood’s next frontier is gaming.